Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Caetano Veloso

Role / Field:

Pioneering Brazilian singer-songwriter, key figure in Tropicália and global music.

Born:

1942-08-07

Century / Era:

1942s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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