Zezé Miguel came up in Rio de Janeiro in the 1990s, mixing samba with rock and funk. His 1995 hit 'Acabou' broke through with a catchy melody and lyrics about heartbreak that connected with listeners across Brazil.
He released several albums through the 2000s, including 'Eu Sou o Samba' and 'Sambadilha'. Other songs like 'Eu e Você' and 'Sonho de Amor' kept his sound in rotation at parties and festivals.
In 2001, he was arrested for drug possession, which caused some public backlash and a dip in his career. He kept working with a core band that included bassist André Ricardo and drummer Jorjão.
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