Elisa Lucinda

Origin

Cariacica, ES

Years active

1980

Genres

mpb, spoken word, poetry

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Elisa Lucinda Campos Gomes is a renowned Brazilian actress, poet, writer, and singer, born in Cariacica on February 2, 1958. She moved to Rio de Janeiro in the 1980s to pursue her artistic career, studying at the Casa das Artes de Laranjeiras and establishing herself as one of the most prominent figures in Brazilian theater, television, and spoken poetry. Over the decades, she has released several poetry albums and books, blending literature with musical performance and social activism.

As a recording artist and performer, Lucinda is celebrated for popularizing spoken-word poetry in Brazil, touring with shows such as A letra que eu canto, alongside maestro and pianist João Carlos Coutinho, and Ô Danada, with musician Marcus Lima. Her work bridges the gap between complex literary thought and accessible colloquial expression, earning her recognition from both cultural institutions and the Brazilian government, including the Ordem de Rio Branco.

In addition to her musical and poetic endeavors, she has maintained a prolific career in Brazilian telenovelas, films, and theater productions, often using her platform to discuss social issues such as racism and human rights. She frequently collaborates with other cultural figures and has cemented her legacy alongside renowned Brazilian artists like Chico Buarque and Gilberto Gil in the broader landscape of national culture.