Capiba, born Lourenço da Fonseca Barbosa in 1904 in Surubim, Brazil, was a renowned composer and poet known for his significant contributions to Brazilian Popular Music (MPB) and Carnival music. His work combines traditional rhythms with a modern sensibility, and he is especially celebrated for compositions like Madeira que Cupim Não Rói. Capiba passed away in 1997, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence Brazilian music.