Maria Bethânia
Maria Bethânia is a renowned Brazilian singer, poet, and actress, celebrated for her powerful voice and emotive performances. Born on June 18, 1946, in Santo Amaro da Purificação, Bahia, she has had a profound impact on Brazilian music and culture over her extensive 60-year career. Known for her deep interpretations of songs by iconic composers like Caetano Veloso and Chico Buarque, Bethânia blends musicality with theatricality, captivating audiences with her intensity and emotional depth. She is also recognized for her contributions to the Brazilian music scene, including pioneering works that showcase the richness of Brazilian folk and popular music.
Born on Feb 13, 1946 (79 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 3 | 9.00 | 0.28% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 599,573 | $1,500,000 | 4,261$ |
| Nigeria | 2 | 9.00 | 0.46% | +0% | 206,139,589 | 941,277 | $448,000 | 2,046$ |
| Paraguay | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 7,132,538 | 6,754 | $38,000 | 36$ |
| Totals | 6 | 424,321,654 | 1,547,604 | $1,986,000 | 6,343$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Brazil:
Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia won the best global music album category at the Grammy 2026.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia won the Best Global Music Album award with Caetano Veloso.
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Nigeria:
Maria Bethânia was part of the winning album for Best Global Music Album.
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Nigeria:
Maria Bethânia won Best Global Music Album for Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia and Caetano Veloso won the Grammy for Best Global Music Album.
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Paraguay:
Maria Bethânia won a Grammy for her live album 'Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo,' showcasing their artistic mastery.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia celebrated her 60 years of career in 2025, marking her debut in the show 'Opinião' in 1965.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia is a Brazilian singer who features in Lenine's album and film.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia is a Brazilian singer who was a significant figure in the music scene alongside Jards Macalé.
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Brazil:
Maria Bethânia is nominated in the MPB category for the Prêmio Multishow 2025.
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