Gusttavo Lima facts for kids

Nivaldo Batista Lima (born September 3, 1989), known as Gusttavo Lima, is a famous Brazilian singer, songwriter, and music producer. He is well-known in Brazil for his many hit songs. He became famous around the world with his 2011 song "Balada".

Gusttavo Lima began his music journey at just 7 years old. He started with his older brothers, Willian and Marcelo, in a group called Trio Remelexo. After leaving the trio, he joined a country music duo named Gustavo & Alessandro. In 2009, he released his first solo album. A song from this album, "Rosas, Versos e Vinhos," became very popular on local radio. It also reached the top 100 songs in Brazil.

In 2010, Gusttavo released his first live album, Inventor dos Amores. This album had three successful songs: "Inventor dos Amores," "Cor de Ouro," and "Refém." The song "Balada" came out in 2011 and made him a national star. It reached number 3 on the Billboard Brazil Hot 100 Airplay chart. "Balada" also became a hit in many other countries. These included the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, the United States, France, and Sweden. His second live album, Gusttavo Lima e Você (2011), which included "Balada," sold very well in Brazil.

In 2012, Gusttavo Lima went on his first international tour. He performed in the United States and Europe. His third live album, Ao Vivo in São Paulo (2012), featured the hit song "Gatinha Assanhada." This album sold over 200,000 copies. It was a huge success for him.

In 2014, his second studio album, Do Outro Lado da Moeda, did well. It was certified gold in Brazil. This album produced popular songs like "Diz Pra Mim," "Fui Fiel," "Tô Solto na Night," and "10 Anos." In 2015, he released his fourth live album, Buteco do Gusttavo Lima. This album featured many famous Brazilian artists. They performed popular country songs and some of his own music.

His fifth live album, 50/50 (2016), was one of his most successful. It had hit songs such as "Que Pena Que Acabou," "Homem de Família," and "Abre o Portão Que Eu Cheguei." All these songs reached the top of the Brazil Hot 100 Airplay chart. In 2017, Lima released his sixth live album, Buteco do Gusttavo Lima Vol. 2. This album included new songs and re-recorded old favorites. Its main song, "Apelido Carinhoso," was a massive hit. It also topped the Brasil Hot 100 Airplay.

In 2018, he released his seventh live album, O Embaixador. This album was recorded at the Festa do Peão de Barretos. Like his previous album, it had new songs and re-recordings. Its main song, "Zé da Recaída," was another huge hit. It also topped the Brasil Hot 100 Airplay. This was his sixth song to reach number one on that chart.

Early Life and Beginnings

Gusttavo Lima was born in Presidente Olegário, a city in the Minas Gerais state of Brazil. His parents are Sebastiana and Alcino Lima. When he was just 9 years old, in 1998, he moved to Patos de Minas. There, he started singing with his brothers. They had a band called 'Trio Remelexo'.

When he was 13, he left the band. He then moved to Brasília. In Brasília, he changed his stage name to "Gusttavo." He also formed a new music duo called Gustavo & Alessandro.

Musical Journey

First Albums and Early Success

In 2009, Gusttavo released his first album, simply titled Gusttavo Lima. This album had 24 songs. The song "Rosas, Versos e Vinhos" became very popular. It reached the top spot on a local radio station. It also climbed to number 57 on the Billboard Brazil charts.

In 2010, he signed with the Som Livre music label. He then released Inventor dos Amores as both a CD and DVD. This album sold 15,000 copies. The main song, "Inventor dos Amores," was a collaboration with the duo Jorge & Mateus. It reached number 17 on the Brazilian Billboard Brasil charts. Following this success, he released the song "Cor de Ouro," which reached number 18 in Brazil. Another song, "Refém," reached number 22 on the charts.

Becoming a National Star

Gusttavo Lima performing live in Bahia, Brazil (2012)

In 2011, Gusttavo released a CD and DVD called Gusttavo Lima e Você. This album was recorded live in Patos de Minas on June 3, 2011. It was during the Fenamilho music event. An estimated 6,000,000 people were in the audience. This very popular album reached number 7 on the charts. It was also certified platinum, meaning it sold a lot of copies.

The album featured his biggest hit, "Balada." The full title of the song is "Balada Boa (Tchê Tcherere Tchê Tchê)." This name comes from its famous chorus. "Balada" reached number 3 in Brazil. The famous Brazilian football player Neymar helped make the song even more popular. He appeared in many shows with Gusttavo Lima, similar to how he helped Michel Teló's hit song "Ai se eu te pego!"

International Tours and Continued Hits

In January 2012, Gusttavo Lima began his first international tour. He performed in Latin American communities in Florida, USA. He also had shows in Atlanta (Georgia), Newark (New Jersey), and Revere (Massachusetts). He released his hit song "Balada" in Europe. This followed the success of another Brazilian singer, Michel Teló. He also released another live album in 2012. It was called Ao Vivo em São Paulo and came out on October 6, 2012, in Brazil.

Music Releases

Gusttavo Lima has released many albums and singles throughout his career. His music often features the sertanejo style, which is a popular type of Brazilian country music.

Studio Albums

• Gusttavo Lima (2009)
• Do Outro Lado da Moeda (2014) - This album reached number 1 in Brazil.
• Buteco do Gusttavo Lima Vol. 2 (2017) - This album was certified 2x Platinum.

Live Albums

• Inventor dos Amores (2010) - Certified Platinum.
• Gusttavo Lima e você (2011) - Certified 2x Platinum.
• Ao Vivo em São Paulo (2012) - Certified 2x Platinum.
• Buteco do Gusttavo Lima (2015) - Certified Platinum.
• Gusttavo Lima 50/50 (2016) - Certified 2x Platinum.
• O Embaixador (2018) - Certified Diamond.
• O Embaixador in Cariri (2019) - Certified 2x Platinum.
• O Embaixador The Legacy (2020)

Extended Plays (EPs)

• Gusttavo Lima EP (2012)

Popular Singles

Gusttavo Lima has had many songs reach the top of the charts in Brazil and other countries. Some of his most famous singles include:

• "Rosas, Versos e Vinhos" (2010)
• "Inventor dos Amores" (2010)
• "Cor de Ouro" (2011)
• "Balada" (2011) - This song was a huge international hit. It reached number 1 in Belgium, France, Italy, Netherlands, and Switzerland.
• "Gatinha Assanhada" (2012)
• "Fui Fiel" (2013)
• "Tô Solto na Night" (2014)
• "Que Pena Que Acabou" (2016)
• "Homem de Família" (2016)
• "Abre o Portão Que Eu Cheguei" (2017)
• "Apelido Carinhoso" (2017)
• "Zé da Recaída" (2018)
• "Cem Mil" (2019)
• "Milu" (2019)
• "A Gente Fez Amor" (2020)

Film and TV Appearances

Gusttavo Lima has also appeared on television.

• In 2013, he played himself in the Brazilian TV show Amor à Vida. The show is also known as Rastros de Mentiras.

See also

In Spanish: Gusttavo Lima para niños