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Brazilian singer
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22 March 1938
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Biography
Getúlio Francisco Côrtes (born 22 March 1938) is a singer, songwriter, and music player from Brazil.
Born in Rio de Janeiro, he began his career as a music artist by interpreting the music of American musicians such as Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong.
Côrtes gained notability as a songwriter thanks to fellow Brazilian musician Roberto Carlos, who received wide appraise for his interpretations of songs written by Côrtes. These songs include: Negro Gato (1966), Atitudes (1973), O Sósia (1967), O Gênio (1966), Noite de Terror (1965), Por Motivo de Força Maior (1976).