At 83 years old, Sergio Mendes of Brasil '66 has passed away.
Sergio Mendes, a legendary Brazilian musician, was renowned for his hit tune "Mas que Nada."
Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes has died, Planet Chronicle Digital has learned.
On September 5, 2021, Mendes passed away peacefully in Los Angeles, surrounded by his wife, Gracinha Leporace Mendes, and his children.
The family stated that for the past few months, his health had been affected by the long-term effects of COVID-19.
The family is still grieving the loss of Mendes and has not yet decided on funeral and memorial arrangements.
In 1992, Mendes won a Grammy Award for best world music album for "Brasileiro" and two Latin Grammy Awards. Additionally, he received an Oscar nomination in 2012 for best original song for "Real in Rio" from the animated film "Rio."
The soundtrack for the film "Pelé" was composed by Mendes, featuring saxophonist Gerry Mulligan, and an album was produced by the legendary Brazilian soccer player.
In the 1960s, "Mas que Nada" by the international musician helped spread bossa nova, a Brazilian music genre, globally.
In the U.S., a version of the song by the Black Eyed Peas later topped the charts.
The song on Mendes' "Timeless" album featured Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, and the Black Eyed Peas, and was produced by will.i.am.
In an episode of "Seinfeld," Kramer, played by Michael Richards, decides to make money by selling used records. He takes a stack of vinyl to Bleeker Bob's Records, where the store owner offers $5 for the set.
"In the episode, Kramer defended Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes, stating that he has a devoted fan base and is unable to stroll down the streets of South America without being mobbed by fans."
According to his family, Mendes last performed in November 2023 to sold-out crowds in Paris, London, and Barcelona.
The musician began his career as part of the band Brasil ’66.
"In the 2020 HBO documentary "Sergio Mendes in the Key of Joy," Leila Cobo, a Latin music scholar, stated that Sergio Mendes' sound was completely different from anything and rock 'n' roll, according to The New York Times. This highlights how confident Sergio was in his unique sound, as he didn't attempt to imitate what was popular at the time."
This report was contributed to by Larry Fink of Planet Chronicle Digital and The Associated Press.
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