A Brazilian vocalist who recorded solo albums from the 1970s through the 2010s.
For a quick sense of his style, try 'A Família' first, it's the one people remember for its subject matter. Then maybe 'O Amor Em Paz' to hear him handle a classic.
His song 'A Família' became particularly known for its direct treatment of difficult subjects, which wasn't common in Brazilian popular music at the time. He kept recording into the 2010s with albums like 'Voz e Violão' in 2016, showing a consistent voice across decades. Songs like 'Por Causa de Você, Menina' and 'O Amor Em Paz' demonstrate his approach to melody and lyric.
Born José Renato de Almeida in 1946 in Santos, Brazil, he recorded his first solo album 'Zé Renato' in 1973. He followed with 'Canção pra Ingleses Verem' in 1977 and continued making albums into the 2010s. His recorded work includes songs like 'Desafinado' and 'Flor do Lodo' alongside his own compositions.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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