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Elza Soares (1930–2022), Brazilian samba star

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Elza Soares was a Brazilian samba singer called “Singer of the Millennium” by BBC Radio.Soares famously rose from poverty to stardom after being forced to marry when she was 12 years old.

She entered a singing competition at 15; after being mocked by the host for her tattered clothing, she stunned the audience with her talent.

Her career quickly took off. Soares became known for innovating samba as she added scat singing to her music and brought attention to the samba style of Brazil’s impoverished favelas.

Her singles included “Se Acaso Você Chegasse” and “Aquarela Brasileira.”Soares’ personal life was fraught with scandal when she married soccer superstar Garrincha (1933–1983) after he left his marriage for their relationship.

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