Caio Tiburcio

Origin

Patos de Minas, MG

Years Active

1970s–Present

Genres

MPB, samba

Instruments

voice, guitar

Biography

Caio Tiburcio is a Brazilian poet, lyricist, and composer born in Patos de Minas, Minas Gerais, on October 31, 1952. He moved to Brasília in 1973, where he established himself as an economist, professor, and public servant. Tiburcio has been writing since his adolescence and has a deep connection with the arts, particularly music, having influenced his children and grandchildren in this path.

In 2026, at the age of 73, Tiburcio released his first book, '(Re)verso da Memória,' a compilation of his poems and song lyrics. The book, supported by the Federal District's Culture Support Fund, showcases his poetic side through compositions that have been interpreted and recorded by various artists from the Brasília music scene. These artists include Milena Tibúrcio, Wilson Bebel, Sandra Duailibe, Rogério Midlej, Paula Nunes, Cely Curado, Aparício Ribeiro, the duo Zé Mulato e Cassiano, and the Rio de Janeiro-based singers Juliana Diniz and Ilessi.

The literary project was conceived with the help of his children—actress Caísa Tibúrcio and composers Milena and Lucas Tibúrcio—amidst his battle with Alzheimer's disease. The book's creation was spearheaded by Caísa, with curation by Caio and Milena, who also edited the work with Iara Ferreira. The release event, held at the Clube do Choro in Brasília, included a book signing and a show featuring Tiburcio's music.