Morre Bira Haway

Ubirajara de Souza, known as Bira Haway, was a prominent samba and pagode producer from Rio de Janeiro, who played a vital role in shaping the Brazilian music scene. He was also the father of Anderson Leonardo, a member of the popular group Molejo. Bira began his musical journey as a percussionist and later transitioned into production, collaborating with various notable samba and pagode groups throughout the 1980s and beyond. His contributions to the genre were significant, and he was revered by many in the music community.