Paulo Diniz

Paulo Lira de Oliveira, known professionally as Paulo Diniz, was born on January 24, 1940, in Pesqueira, Brazil. He started his career as a journalist at 14 and later moved to Recife for various roles. In 1964, he relocated to Rio de Janeiro and began composing music more frequently. His first recording, "O Chorão," was released in 1966 and became a national success. In 1970, Diniz composed "Quero Voltar Pra Bahia" with Odibar, which topped the charts nationwide and became an anthem for a tumultuous period in Brazilian history. Throughout his career, he released notable albums such as ...E Agora José? (1972). Diniz's songs were recorded by prominent artists including Clara Nunes and Emílio Santiago. Paulo Diniz passed away on June 22, 2022, at the age of 82.