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Jovelina Pérola Negra
Queen of pagode whose voice was raw, emotional and utterly magnetic.
▲ Steady·Score +16
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Best Samba Dancers of All Time
Samba is the heartbeat of Brazil — these legendary dancers defined the art form and electrified the world.
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02
Fundo de Quintal
The group that launched the pagode movement and modernised samba forever.
▲ Steady·Score +14
03
Nei Lopes
Master of samba-enredo and chronicler of Afro-Brazilian culture through music.
▲ Steady·Score +13
04
Beth Carvalho
The godmother of pagode samba, responsible for launching dozens of samba legends.
▲ Steady·Score +13
05
Martinho da Vila
A samba composer and performer who crafted some of the genre's most enduring classics.
▲ Steady·Score +11
06
Clementina de Jesus
Grandma of samba — her powerful voice and authentic style influenced generations.
▲ Steady·Score +7
07
Zeca Pagodinho
The most beloved pagode singer of his generation — authentic, joyful, irreplaceable.
▲ Steady·Score +6
08
Clara Nunes
The Queen of Samba — the most beloved voice and dancer of Brazil's golden samba era.
▲ Steady·Score +5
09
Alcione
The Maranhão Marvel whose powerful voice is synonymous with samba de raiz.
▲ Steady·Score +4
10
Bezerra da Silva
Defender of samba de morro, giving voice to the favelas through music.
▲ Steady·Score +2
11
Carmen Miranda
The Brazilian Bombshell who brought samba's joy and colour to Hollywood.
▲ Steady·Score +2
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Xande de Pilares
Modern samba's greatest voice — breathtaking phrasing and emotional depth.
▲ Steady·Score -1
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