Maria Luiza Jobim

Biography

Maria Luiza Lontra Jobim, born March 20, 1987, is a Brazilian singer, composer, and music producer, best known for her work in bossa nova, MPB, synth-pop, and lo-fi genres[2]. The daughter of the legendary composer Antônio Carlos 'Tom' Jobim and Ana Beatriz Lontra Jobim, Maria Luiza grew up immersed in a profoundly artistic environment, surrounded by icons of Brazilian music such as Chico Buarque and Dorival Caymmi[3]. Her musical journey began at age seven, when she recorded 'Samba de Maria Luiza' and 'Forever Green' with her father on his 1994 album 'Antônio Brasileiro'—a project that later won a Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Performance[1][2]. Despite her early exposure to music, Maria Luiza initially pursued studies in architecture and literature before fully committing to a musical career[1][2].

Maria Luiza's professional trajectory includes stints as the vocalist for the band Baleia and as part of the electronic duo Opala with Lucas de Paiva[2]. In 2006, she recorded the theme song for the Brazilian telenovela 'Páginas da Vida' alongside her nephew Daniel Jobim, offering a Portuguese version of her father's classic 'Wave'[2]. Her solo career took off with the release of her debut album 'Casa Branca' in 2019, followed by 'Azul' in 2023, which features collaborations with prominent artists such as Arnaldo Antunes, Adriana Calcanhotto, and Lisa Ono[1]. Maria Luiza's music is marked by a blend of traditional Brazilian styles with contemporary influences, reflecting both her heritage and her personal evolution, especially after motherhood, which she cites as a period of healing and artistic rediscovery[1].

Fun Facts

• Maria Luiza Jobim made her recording debut at age seven, singing with her father on the Grammy-winning album 'Antônio Brasileiro'[1][2].
• Before fully embracing music, she studied architecture and literature, which she says continue to influence her songwriting and artistic vision[1][3].
• She is part of a musical dynasty: her father, Tom Jobim, is considered one of the founders of bossa nova and a giant of 20th-century music[2][3].
• Her 2023 album 'Azul' reflects her personal journey through motherhood and self-discovery, marking a new phase in her career[1].

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• Antônio Carlos Jobim (Tom Jobim) - Father and primary musical mentor; introduced her to music and recording at a young age ('Antônio Brasileiro' (1994), 'Samba de Maria Luiza', 'Forever Green') [1990s]
• Chico Buarque - Family friend and influential figure in her artistic upbringing (N/A (childhood influence)) [1990s]
• Dorival Caymmi - Family friend and influential figure in her artistic upbringing (N/A (childhood influence)) [1990s]

Key Collaborators

• Daniel Jobim - Nephew and musical collaborator (Theme for 'Páginas da Vida' (2006)) [2006]
• Lucas de Paiva - Duo partner in Opala (Opala (electronic music duo)) [2000s]
• Arnaldo Antunes - Featured artist on 'Azul' (2023) ('Azul' (2023)) [2023]
• Adriana Calcanhotto - Featured artist on 'Azul' (2023) ('Azul' (2023)) [2023]
• Lisa Ono - Featured artist on 'Azul' (2023) ('Azul' (2023)) [2023]

Source: Wikipedia

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. Meu Amor (Meu Amor)
2. Farol (Farol)
3. GO GO GO (GO GO GO)
4. Insensatez (Insensatez)
5. Samba De Maria Luiza (feat. Maria Luiza Jobim) (Antonio Brasileiro)
6. O Culpado é o Cupido (Azul)
7. Boca de Açaí (Azul)
8. Tiramisù (Tiramisù)
9. Boca de Açaí (Boca de Açaí)
10. Forever Green (feat. Maria Luiza Jobim) (Antonio Brasileiro)

External Links

• Spotify
• Wikipedia