Zélia Barbosa was a prominent figure in Pernambuco's music scene during the 1960s and 1970s, renowned for her contributions to Brazilian Popular Music (MPB). She began her artistic journey in theater before transitioning to music, where she became a leading voice in the region's Bossa Nova movement. In 1967, Barbosa recorded her debut album, "Brésil: Sertão & Favelas," in France, produced by Turíbio Santos. This album, featuring traditional Brazilian rhythms and socially conscious lyrics, was later released in the United States as "Brazil: Songs of Protest." Throughout her career, she collaborated with notable artists like Paulinho da Viola and Naná Vasconcelos, leaving an indelible mark on Brazil's musical heritage. ([jc.uol.com.br](https://jc.uol.com.br/canal/cultura/musica/noticia/2017/10/18/zelia-barbosa-destaque-da-mpb-pernambucana-morre-aos-85-anos-312037.php?utm_source=openai))