Who is Walkyria Santos?

Walkyria Fernanda dos Santos is a Brazilian singer, songwriter and producer. She is 28 years old and hails from the city of São Paulo. Walkyria’s music is a mix of soul, pop and funk that captivates her audience with its positive vibes.

Early Life

Walkyria was born in 1992 in São Paulo. She started singing at an early age, always surrounded by music. She took part in several musical events such as the International Music Festival in Rio de Janeiro. In 2012 she released her first album “Sou Eu” which was a great success among her fans.

Career

In 2016 Walkyria released her second album “Alegria” which was extremely well received both in Brazil and abroad. The album included collaborations with some of the most important names in Brazilian music, such as Gilberto Gil and Caetano Veloso. After the success of “Alegria”, Walkyria embarked on a world tour that took her to Europe and the United States. In 2019 she released her third album “Nova” which featured more electronic sounds than her previous albums. The album was well received by critics and fans alike.

Awards and Accomplishments

Walkyria has won several awards during her career. She has been nominated for the Latin Grammy Awards three times (in 2017, 2018 and 2019). She has also been nominated for the Latin American Music Awards twice (in 2018 and 2020). In 2019 she was named one of the most influential Brazilian singers by Rolling Stone magazine.

Personal Life

In her free time Walkyria enjoys cooking, reading and spending time with her family. She is also an avid traveler who loves to explore new cultures and countries. She currently lives in São Paulo with her husband and their two children.