Carol Saboya

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Genres

mpb, bossa nova, brazilian popular music

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Carol Saboya is a Brazilian popular music singer born in Rio de Janeiro. Coming from a musical family, she is the daughter of instrumentalist and arranger Antonio Adolfo and the niece of composer Rui Maurity. She began her musical journey at a very young age, recording alongside Miele as a child and participating in vocal choirs for notable artists like Erasmo Carlos and Ângela Rô Rô. Her early exposure laid a strong foundation for a prolific career in Brazilian music, which later included a collaboration with Sérgio Mendes during her time living in the United States.

Gaining wider recognition in the mid-1990s, Saboya stood out through her interpretation of Guinga and Aldir Blanc's composition "Carta de Pedra". She released her debut solo album, Dança da Voz, which earned her the prestigious Sharp Award in the MPB Revelation category. Over the years, she has continued to explore the rich landscape of Brazilian songbook traditions, collaborating with esteemed musicians such as Nelson Faria to record tributes to Tom Jobim.

Throughout her extensive discography, Saboya has consistently demonstrated versatility and a deep connection to classic Brazilian genres. Albums like Sessão Passatempo and Chão Aberto further showcased her dedication to interpreting master composers, including Mário Sève. Her ongoing artistic endeavors have solidified her reputation as a refined voice in contemporary Brazilian popular music.