Carlos Gonzaga, one of the pioneers of Brazilian rock, has died at the age of 99. The news was published on Friday (25) on the musician’s official Facebook page.
The artist was hospitalized in Velletrihas Italy. However, the cause of death has not been revealed.
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Born in Paraisopolis, Minas Geraison February 10, 1924, he became known for having Brazilianized foreign songs, with Portuguese versions sung by his voice.
“Diane”which was originally recorded by Canadian Paul Anka, is the singer’s most famous adaptation. The production became a hit on Brazilian radio the same year it was released, in 1958, and returned to prominence in the 1970s, when it was part of the soap opera’s soundtrack. “Stupid Cupid”.
Gonzaga has also performed national versions of songs such as “Only you”, “Masterson Bat”, “The Great Pretender“, “Oh Carole”It is “It’s not for me to say.”.
The singer’s body will be buried on Monday (28), at 5 a.m. (Brasilia time), at Monumental cemetery from the town of Velletri.
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