Vinicius de Moraes

Marcus Vinícius da Cruz e Mello Moraes (19 October 1913 – 9 July 1980), better known as Vinícius de Moraes () and nicknamed O Poetinha ("The little poet"), was a Brazilian poet, lyricist, essayist, musician, singer, and playwright. He was known for writing many popular bossa nova songs such as "The Girl from Ipanema".

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Category:1913 births
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Category:Brazilian singer-songwriters
Category:Singers from Rio de Janeiro
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Category:Brazilian playwrights
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