Discover the music of Fábio Jr., the beloved Brazilian singer-songwriter!
List of Fábio Jr.'s featurings
Shirley Carvalhaes, Gal Costa & Raul Seixas
Fábio Jr.'s age
Fábio Jr. is currently 74 years old.
Fábio Jr.'s country of origin
Fábio Jr. is from Brazil.
Fábio Jr.'s real name
Fábio Jr.'s real name is Fábio Júnior da Silva.
The Success Story of Fábio Jr.
Fábio Jr., a Beloved Brazilian Singer-Songwriter
Fábio Júnior da Silva, known professionally as Fábio Jr., is a Brazilian singer-songwriter and actor. Born in 1950 in Rio de Janeiro, he started his career as a child actor and quickly became one of the most famous figures in Rio de Janeiro's music scene. He has released more than 15 studio albums and has collaborated with some of Brazil's most renowned artists, such as Shirley Carvalhaes, Gal Costa, and Raul Seixas.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Fábio Jr. was born on June 14, 1950 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He is the son of popular Brazilian singer-songwriter Fábio Sr. and actress Maria Cláudia. He began his career as a child actor at the age of eight and appeared in several films and television series throughout the 1960s. In 1969, he released his first album titled “Depois do Carnaval”. The album was well received by critics and helped to launch his career as a singer-songwriter.
Rise to Fame
In the 1970s and 80s, Fábio Jr. became one of the most popular singers in Brazil. He released several successful albums throughout this period such as “Amor e Sexo” (1974) and “Eu Te Darei o Céu” (1985). In 1984, he participated in the song “Faroeste Caboclo” with Renato Russo, which became a hit single in Brazil. In 1999, he released his greatest hits album “Por Mais Que o Mundo Insista em Mudar”, which was certified gold by ABPD (Brazilian Association of Record Producers).
Recent Years
In recent years, Fábio Jr. has continued to be an active presence in Brazil's music scene. In 2008, he released his 17th studio album “Ao Vivo em Copacabana” which was certified platinum by ABPD. He also continues to tour extensively throughout Brazil and other countries in South America. In addition to his music career, he has also acted in several films and television series including “Cobras & Lagartos” (2006) and “Dupla Identidade” (2014).
Legacy
Fábio Jr. is one of the most beloved singers in Brazil and is widely considered to be one of the pioneers of Brazilian pop music. His legacy extends beyond his own music career to include his collaborations with other artists such as Gal Costa and Raul Seixas. He continues to be an influential figure in the Brazilian music scene with his latest album “O Melhor de Fábio Jr.” being released in 2018.
