Vinícius de Moraes Brazilian Singer From Rio de Janeiro
Vinícius de Moraes · poet and singer · Brazilian
Biography
Born on 19 October 1913 in Rio de Janeiro, Vinícius de Moraes was a Brazilian singer. Vinícius de Moraes died on 9 July 1980 at the age of 66. He performed as part of Toquinho & Vinicius.
Early life
Schooling on record includes Magdalen College, Rio de Janeiro State University and St. Ignatius College.
Career
Released between 1966 and 1990, 10 albums and 2 singles carry his name. Os Afro-sambas (1966) is the oldest release listed, Os Afro-sambas (1990) the newest. He worked mainly in bossa nova. There are 2 screen credits listed as well, such as Di Cavalcanti (1977) and Black Orpheus (1959).
Recognition
Among his honours is the Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil), won in 2010.
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Tati de Moraes (1938 to 1950).
Groups and bands
- Toquinho & Vinicius
Discography
12 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Os Afro-sambas | Album |
| 1976 | La voglia la pazzia l'incoscienza l'allegria | Album |
| 1976 | Palco, Corpo e Alma | Album |
| 1975 | O Poeta e o Violão | Album |
| 1971 | A tonga da mironga do kabuletê / Le lunghe spiagge di Itapoan | Single |
| 1971 | A tonga da mironga do kabuletê / Tarde em Itapoan | Single |
| 1971 | Como dizia o poeta… | Album |
| 1971 | Vinicius + Bethânia + Toquinho – En "La Fusa" (Mar del Plata) | Album |
| 1969 | Em Portugal | Album |
| 1969 | La vita, amico, è l'arte dell'incontro | Album |
| 1966 | Os Afro-sambas | Album |
| Vinícius de Moraes en "La Fusa" | Album |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil) | Won |
Filmography
3 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Orfeu | Writer | Film |
| 1977 | Di Cavalcanti | Writer | Film |
| 1959 | Black Orpheus | Writer | Film |
Vinícius de Moraes on Social Media
Counts with the date they were readFrequently asked questions
How old was Vinícius de Moraes at the time of death?
Vinícius de Moraes died on 9 July 1980 at the age of 66. He was born on 19 October 1913.
What is Vinícius de Moraes known for?
Vinícius de Moraes was known as a former member of Toquinho & Vinicius.
What is Vinícius de Moraes’s nationality?
Vinícius de Moraes was Brazilian, born in Rio de Janeiro.
Who was Vinícius de Moraes married to?
Vinícius de Moraes’s marriages on record are to Tati de Moraes (1938 to 1950).
Has Vinícius de Moraes won any awards?
Yes. Vinícius de Moraes won Order of Cultural Merit (Brazil) (2010).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q333856), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: Ricardo Alfieri · Public domain
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