Ney Matogrosso

World Music Singer

Birthday August 1, 1941

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Bela Vista, Brazil

Age 82 years old

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About

Brazilian singer and composer who is best recognized for his countertenor voice. He is known for his popular singles "Sangue Latino", "Rosa de Hiroshima", and "Homem com H". 

Before Fame

He moved to Rio de Janeiro in 1966 with the hopes of becoming an actor. Then in 1971, he joined the glam rock group Secos & Molhados. He started his solo career in the late 1970's when he released songs suchb as "Pecado" and Seu Tipo". 

Trivia

He is also known for having served in the Brazilian Air Force at the age of 17. 

Family Life

He was born and raised in Bela Vista, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. 

Associated With

He collaborated with fellow composer Ary Barroso on the song "Aquarela do Brasil".