Sérginho Meriti, born Sérgio Roberto Serafim on October 1, 1958, in Rio de Janeiro, is a distinguished Brazilian singer and composer. Raised in São João de Meriti, he adopted his stage name in homage to his hometown. Influenced by his musical parents—his father a violinist and his mother a composer of religious hymns—Meriti embarked on his professional music career in 1976. He gained prominence by composing for artists like Bebeto, Alcione, and Zeca Pagodinho. His notable composition "Deixa a Vida Me Levar" earned a Latin Grammy in 2003 and the Prêmio TIM in 2004. Meriti's style blends samba with elements of funk and soul, reflecting the vibrant Black Rio movement. His discography includes albums such as "Bons Momentos" (1981) and "Bem Natural" (1984). With over 800 compositions, Meriti's enduring influence continues to shape Brazilian music. ([pt.wikipedia.org](https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serginho_Meriti?utm_source=openai))