Carlinhos Brown

Reggae Singer

Birthday November 23, 1962

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Salvador, Brazil

Age 61 years old

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About

Oscar-winning Brazilian singer who founded Timbalada and Tribalistas and is known for his distinct Tropicalia and reggae style.

Before Fame

He studied percussion instruments as a child.

Trivia

He was nominated for a 2012 Academy Award for his original music for the 2011 film, Rio.

Family Life

His parents are Renato Freitas and Madalena Santos.

Associated With

He wrote the song "A Namorada" for Speed 2, which starred Sandra Bullock .