Maria Bethânia

Maria Bethânia Viana Teles Velloso (born June 18, 1946 in Santo Amaro da Purificação, Bahia), known by her stage name Maria Bethânia, is a Brazilian singer-songwriter. Her brother is the singer Caetano Veloso.

 Career 
Her career began in 1965 after moving to Rio de Janeiro. She made her debut in the show Opinião. The same year she signed a contract with RCA Records and released her first album: Maria Bethãnia. In 1978 she was the first female singer in Brazil to have sold over a million CD's with her album: Álibi.

In 47 years she has released over 50 albums. With over 26 millions in record sales she is one of most successful singers in Brazil.

 References 

 Other websites
 Official Website   
 Revista Veja - A nação das cantoras  
 All Music Guide profile

Category:1946 births
Category:Living people
Category:Brazilian singers
Category:Musicians from Rio de Janeiro