Illy

Origin

Salvador, BA

Years Active

2012

Genres

MPB, pop, samba

Instruments

voz

Biography

Illy Cruz de Almeida Gouveia Santos, known artistically as Illy, is a Brazilian singer and songwriter born in Salvador, Bahia, on September 6, 1987. Her musical career began in 2012, when she joined the group Samba Dibanda in her hometown. In 2016, she released her debut EP, "Enquanto você não chega", produced by Kassin and featuring renowned musicians such as Domenico Lancellotti and Pedro Sá. The EP featured original tracks and covers, and the release show was presented in Rio de Janeiro, with musical direction by Moreno Veloso.

In 2018, Illy released her first full-length album, "Voo Longe", co-produced by Alexandre Kassin and Moreno Veloso. The record explored a rich blend of genres, including MPB, bossa nova, and rock, and addressed themes such as love and daily life. The work was acclaimed by critics and earned praise from artists such as Caetano Veloso and Gal Costa. In 2019, she presented the show "Alô, alô, marciano – Illy canta Elis", as a tribute to Elis Regina, with a special appearance by singer Silva.

Her most recent work is the album "O Que Me Cabe", released in 2022, which reaffirms her position as a prominent figure in the new Brazilian music scene. Born and raised in Cidade Baixa, in Salvador, Illy's tropical "baianidade" permeates all her works, giving a unique identity to her music. The artist, who currently resides in São Paulo, continues to enchant the public with her powerful voice and her ability to navigate different musical styles, consolidating herself as one of the most promising names in MPB.

Discography

• Voo Longe (2018)
• Te Adorando pelo Avesso (2020)
• Totsouko & Illy – AT (2022)
• O que Me Cabe (2022)
• 5 Days On A Floating Board (2024)
• Samba Djanira (Ao Vivo) (2024)