Sandra de Sá, born Sandra Cristina Malafaia Frederico de Sá on August 27, 1955,
in Rio de Janeiro, is a Brazilian singer-songwriter and instrumentalist whose
vast catalog encompasses MPB, samba, soul, pop, and R&B. Raised in the Pilares
neighborhood, her musical talent was influenced by her father, a drummer. Her
musical journey began in her adolescence when she attended samba, soul, and
gafieira dances. She taught herself to play the guitar and started composing
songs. Encouraged by her parents, she performed in samba schools and soon earned
the title "Queen of Brazilian Soul." ...