Glorinha Gadelha, born in 1947 in Sousa, Paraíba, is a distinguished Brazilian singer and composer renowned for her contributions to Música Popular Brasileira (MPB). Her musical journey began in 1968 with a standout performance on TV Tupi's "A Grande Chance," leading to her victory at the III Festival de Música Popular Paraibana in 1969. A versatile artist, Glorinha's style seamlessly blends traditional Brazilian rhythms with contemporary influences. Her collaboration with husband Sivuca produced the iconic "Feira de Mangaio," a testament to her songwriting prowess. Throughout her career, she has released several acclaimed albums, including "Bendito o Fruto" (1982) and "Tudo Que Ilumina" (1992), and her compositions have been performed by esteemed artists like Clara Nunes and Elba Ramalho. ([dicionariompb.com.br](https://dicionariompb.com.br/artista/glorinha-gadelha/?utm_source=openai))