Matias Damásio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Matias Damásio
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| Background information | |
| Also known as | Ola |
| Born | 9 May 1982 Benguela, Angola |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Associated acts | Maravilha, João Alexandre |
Matias Damásio was born on May 9, 1984. He is a famous singer and songwriter from Angola. He is known for his popular music, romantic songs, and Kizomba music. Kizomba is a popular dance music style from Angola.
Matias Damásio is also very popular in Portugal. His album Por Amor reached number 4 on the Portuguese music charts in 2016. Another album, Augusta, even reached number 1 in Portugal in 2018.
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Matias Damásio's Journey in Music
Early Life and Career Start
Matias Damásio was born in Benguela, Angola. He later moved to Luanda, the capital city, to find more chances for his music. He started singing in the year 2000. At first, he sang at religious festivals.
Breaking into Television and Contests
Matias Damásio first appeared on TV in 2003. This was on Angolan Public Television. Before that, he took part in a TV show called Estrelas no Palco. This means "Stars on Stage." He made it to the final round of the show.
Later, he joined a band called Maravilha. He also worked with another artist, João Alexandre. They competed in a show called Domingão Coca-Cola. They finished as the runner-up.
Success and Awards in Angola
Matias Damásio has released many albums. He has also performed at big music festivals. He has won many awards in Angola. In 2015, he won Best Male Singer and Best Song at the Rádio Luanda awards. He won Best Song again at the same event in 2017.
Becoming Popular in Portugal
In 2016, Matias Damásio became very famous in Portugal. This happened with his song "Loucos." He sang this song with Héber Marques. After that, he went on a tour across Portugal. He performed at big festivals like Sudoeste. He also sang at famous venues like the Coliseu of Lisbon and Porto.
Special Collaborations
In 2020, Matias Damásio joined 20 other Angolan artists. They sang the Angolan national anthem, Angola Avante. This was to celebrate the anthem's 45th anniversary. Other famous singers like Filipe Mukenga and Yola Araújo were also part of this project.
Matias Damásio's Music Albums
Studio Albums
- Vitória (2005)
- Amor É Festa Na Lixeira (2009)
- Por Angola (2012)
- Por Amor (2015 and 2016)
- Augusta (2018)
Popular Songs and Music Videos
Top Hits and Collaborations
- 2007: "Porquê"
- 2008: "MBoa Ana"
- 2009: "A Outra"
- 2012: "Kwanza Burro"
- 2013: "Saudades de Nós Dois"
- 2015: "Papa"
- 2015: "Agi sem Pensar"
- 2015: "Loucos" (featuring Héber Marques)
- 2017: "I Wanna Be Your Hero" (This song is in both Portuguese and English.)
- 2017: "Porque queramos vernos" (Vanesa Martín featuring Matias Damásio)
- 2017: "Matemática do Amor"
- 2018: "Nada Mudou"
- 2018: "Voltei com Ela"
- 2019: "Teu Olhar"
