Carlos Lyra is a pioneering Brazilian musician and songwriter known for his significant contributions to the Bossa Nova genre. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he became one of the key figures of the Bossa Nova movement in the late 1950s and 1960s, alongside artists like João Gilberto and Tom Jobim. His music often reflects his deep concerns with social issues and education, which is evident in his lyrics.
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