Marília Mendonça facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marília Mendonça
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Mendonça in 2018
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Marília Dias Mendonça
22 July 1995 Cristianópolis, Goiás, Brazil
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| Died | 5 November 2021 (aged 26) Piedade de Caratinga, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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| Cause of death | Plane crash |
| Resting place | Goiânia Memorial Park Cemetery, Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil |
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| Years active | 2011–2021 |
| Children | 1 |
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| Genres | Sertanejo |
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| Labels | Som Livre |
Marília Dias Mendonça (born July 22, 1995 – died November 5, 2021) was a very famous Brazilian singer and songwriter. Many people in Brazil called her the Queen of Sofrência. This is a special type of sertanejo music. She was also known for helping women feel stronger and more independent through her music. She truly changed the world of sertanejo music.
In 2015, Marília released her first music collection, called an EP. She became super popular in 2016 with her first live album. This album sold 240,000 copies in Brazil. A song from this album, "Infiel," became one of the most played songs in the country. This made Marília famous all over Brazil. Her second live album, Realidade, came out in 2017. It was even nominated for a Latin Grammy award. In 2019, she released Todos os Cantos. This album won a Latin Grammy for Best Sertaneja Music Album.
Sadly, Marília Mendonça died on November 5, 2021. She was only 26 years old. She passed away in a plane crash in Piedade de Caratinga, Brazil. She was traveling to perform a concert there.
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About Marília Mendonça
Early Life and Music Start
Marília Mendonça was born in Cristianópolis and grew up in Goiânia, Brazil. She first learned about music in church. She started writing songs when she was just 12 years old. She wrote songs for many other popular singers. Some of her famous songs include "Minha Herança" and "Cuida Bem Dela."
Rising to Fame: 2011–2016
Marília began her singing career in 2014. Her first EP was released that year. In 2015, she released her first single, "Impasse." This song featured the popular duo Henrique & Juliano. In March 2016, Marília released her first live album. It included hit songs like "Sentimento Louco" and "Infiel." "Infiel" was one of the most played songs on Brazilian radio that year. This helped Marília become known across the country.
New Albums and Success: 2017–2018
In 2017, Marília released her second album, Realidade. This album featured popular songs like "Amante Não Tem Lar." She also released "Transplante" with the duo Bruno & Marrone. By July, Marília was the most listened-to Brazilian artist on YouTube. She was even ranked 13th worldwide. In 2018, she released Agora É Que São Elas 2. This album was a collaboration with the duo Maiara & Maraisa.
Major Tours and Collaborations: 2019–2021
In 2019, Marília released parts of her third live album, Todos os Cantos. This album included hit songs like "Ciumeira" and "Todo Mundo Vai Sofrer." Spotify announced that she was the most listened-to woman in Brazil. Later that year, Todos os Cantos won a Latin Grammy Award for Best Sertaneja Music Album.
In 2020, Marília released new singles like "Graveto" and "Tentativas." In September, she released the album Patroas with Maiara & Maraisa. This album had new songs and re-recorded hits. It was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2021. In October 2021, she released another album, Patroas 35%, also with Maiara & Maraisa.
Songs Released After Her Passing
After Marília Mendonça passed away, several songs she recorded with other artists were released. These included "Amigos con Derechos" with Dulce María and "50 por Cento" with Naiara Azevedo. Her team also released three EPs of her music. These EPs were called Decretos Reais, Vol. 1, Vol. 2, and Vol. 3.
Personal Life
Marília Mendonça had a son named Léo. He was born on December 16, 2019, in Goiânia. His father is singer and songwriter Murilo Huff.
Her Passing
On November 5, 2021, Marília Mendonça was traveling by air taxi for a concert. The plane crashed, and Marília and four other people on board died. This included her uncle, who was also her manager, her producer, and two crew members. Her death was a huge shock in Brazil and around the world. Many famous artists shared their sadness and paid tribute to her.
After her death, Marília became the most listened-to artist globally on streaming services. Many of her songs appeared on Spotify's top charts in Brazil.
Funeral and Memorial
Marília Mendonça's funeral was held in Goiânia. An open casket service allowed over 100,000 fans to say goodbye. She was buried at Cemitério Parque Memorial in Goiânia.
Her Impact and Legacy
Marília Mendonça is remembered as a leader of feminejo music. This is a type of sertanejo music that focuses on women's stories. She helped women feel more powerful and changed the music scene in the 2010s and 2020s. People often called her the queen of sofrência because her songs were full of deep feelings.
Tributes and Recognition
Marília Mendonça is still honored in many ways. At the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, she was remembered in a special segment. A market in Goiânia was renamed the Marília Mendonça Popular Cultural Center. In Caratinga, where her accident happened, she is honored every year. Other artists, like Henrique & Juliano, have also paid tribute to her during their concerts.
Discography
Awards and nominations
See also
In Spanish: Marília Mendonça para niños
