Ivan Lins

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Ivan Lins began his career at festivals in 1968 and gained national recognition with Madalena, recorded by Elis Regina. On Modo Livre and Chama Acesa, he developed his partnership with Vitor Martins, which shaped much of his work.

His songs were also recorded by artists such as George Benson and Sarah Vaughan. He continued recording and performing in Brazil and abroad, with albums such as Cantando Histórias and América Brasil.