Criolo

In this Portuguese name, the first or maternal family name is Calvacante and the second or paternal family name is Gomes.
Criolo
Background information
Born
Kleber Cavalcante Gomes

(1975-09-05) September 5, 1975
OriginSão Paulo, Brazil
GenresHip hop, MPB, samba-rock, soul, Afrobeat
OccupationsRapper, songwriter
InstrumentPhonic
Years active1989-present
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Kleber Cavalcante Gomes (born September 5, 1975), known professionally as Criolo (formerly Criolo Doido), is a Brazilian rapper and songwriter who has been nominated for four Latin Grammy Awards. He began his career in 1989 and initially gained recognition in Brazil as the creator of Rinha dos MCs. However, he later achieved worldwide attention for his solo work, particularly the album Nó Na Orelha (2011).

In 2019, he was nominated for two Latin Grammy Awards, for "Boca de Lobo" (Best Music Video, Short Version) and "Etérea" (Best Song in Portuguese). In 2022, he was nominated again for two Latin Grammy Awards, for "Sobre Viver" (Best Rock or Alternative Album) and "Me Corte Na Boca Do Céu - A Morte Não Pede Perdão" (Best Song in Portuguese).

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