Vinícius de Moraes - Jonathan Eler

Vinícius de Moraes

        Marcus Vinícius da Cruz e Mello Moraes (October 19, 1913 - July 9, 1980), also known as Vinícius de Moraes and nicknamed O Poetinha (the little poet), was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Son of Lydia Cruz de Moraes and Clodoaldo Pereira da Silva Moraes, he was a seminal figure in contemporary Brazilian music. As a poet, he wrote lyrics for a great number of songs that became all-time classics. He was also a composer of bossa nova, a playwright, a diplomat and, as an interpreter of his own songs, he left several important albums. 
        Essentially lyrical poer, became famous for his sonnets. Known as a bohemian inveterate smoker and whiskey connoisseur, was also known for being a great womanizer. His work is vast, through literature, theater, cinema and music. In the music field, the poetinha had as main partners Tom Jobim, Toquinho, Baden Powell, João Gilberto, Chico Buarque and Carlos Lyra.

Jonathan Eler - INF1A