Renato Corrêa

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Renato Corrêa Joaquim Maria

Genres

jovem guarda, pop rock, mpb

Instruments

vocals, guitar

Biography

Renato Corrêa Joaquim Maria is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and music producer born in Rio de Janeiro on July 10, 1944. He is widely recognized for his work as a member of the iconic vocal group Golden Boys, performing alongside his brothers Ronaldo and Roberto. Throughout his career with the group, he contributed significantly to the Jovem Guarda movement and the broader landscape of Brazilian pop and rock.

In addition to his performing career with the Golden Boys, Renato has been active as a producer and composer, helping shape the sound of popular music in Brazil. His familial ties to the music industry extend to his children, Rodrigo and Diego, who were members of the notable 1980s children's band Os Abelhudos. His enduring presence in Brazilian music aligns him with contemporaries of the era, such as Roberto Carlos and Erasmo Carlos.