Gilliard

Gilliard Cordeiro Marinho, born on December 17, 1956 in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, is a Brazilian singer and composer. At age eight, he won his first singing contest as the "most beautiful voice in Rio Grande." Gilliard began his career in the 1970s, influenced by artists such as Luiz Gonzaga and Vicente Celestino. In 1979, Gilliard signed with RGE Records and released his debut album Gilliard, which included the hit "Aquela Nuvem." His career flourished in the 1980s, earning him multiple gold, platinum, and diamond records. Notable albums include Queria estar perto de você (1978), Pensamento (1980), and Um Convite à Minha Voz (2012). In 1983, Gilliard transitioned from romantic to children's music with the album A Festa dos Insetos. He also became a jury member on the TV show Canta Comigo in 2018.