Papas da Língua

Origin

Porto Alegre, RS

Years active

1993–present

Genres

pop rock, pop, reggae, rock

Instruments

vocals, guitar, bass, drums, acoustic guitar, keyboard

Biography

Papas da Língua is a Brazilian pop rock band established in 1993 in the city of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul. The group was originally brought together by guitarist and composer Léo Henkin, who invited vocalist Serginho Moah, bassist Zé Natálio, and drummer Fernando Pezão to form the project. Throughout their career, they successfully blended pop, rock, reggae, and groove elements, earning significant national recognition through various soap opera soundtracks and festival appearances.

The band achieved widespread mainstream success with albums like their sophomore release "Xa-La-Lá", which sold over 50,000 copies and featured tracks chosen for film and television, working alongside prominent artists such as Adriana Calcanhoto and Caetano Veloso. In 2004, they celebrated a decade of music by recording their first acoustic live album and DVD at the historic Theatro São Pedro. Their distinctive sound became a staple of the southern Brazilian music scene while also leaving a mark on the broader national landscape.

After celebrating twenty-five years together, the group experienced a temporary hiatus following the departure of longtime frontman Serginho Moah in 2019 to pursue a solo career. However, the hiatus ended in 2023 when the original members reunited to take the stage once again. Their enduring legacy remains deeply tied to the evolution of contemporary Brazilian pop rock and the vibrant cultural scene of Rio Grande do Sul.