Nelson Cavaquinho
- Cast
- Born
- 29 October 1911 (died 18 February 1986)
- Place of birth
- Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Known for
- Acting · Nelson Cavaquinho, O Casal, Muito Prazer, Andança: Os Encontros e as Memórias de Beth Carvalho
Nelson Antônio da Silva (October 29, 1911 – February 18, 1986), better known by the stage name Nelson Cavaquinho, was one of the most important singer/composers of samba. He is usually seen as a representative of the tragic aspects of samba thematics, with many songs about death and hopelessness. He was a prominent figure of samba school Estação Primeira de Mangueira.
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