Simone Saback

Origin

Jacobina, BA

Years active

1978

Genres

mpb, pop, rock

Instruments

acoustic guitar, vocals

Biography

Simone Saback is a multi-talented Brazilian artist known for her work as a composer, singer, and writer. Born in Jacobina, Bahia, she moved to Brasília during her childhood, where she began her musical journey. A self-taught guitar player, she started composing as a teenager. Before fully dedicating herself to the arts, Saback built a successful career in journalism, working for major Brazilian publications and serving as an editor and editor-in-chief in Brasília.

In the late 1970s, she emerged as a performer in the Brazilian capital, eventually shifting her focus to behind-the-scenes cultural production and songwriting. Her breakthrough as a composer came in the early 2000s when her songs became national hits. She is particularly celebrated for "Mãos Atadas," recorded by Zélia Duncan and Frejat, and "Vai," which became a major success in the voice of Ana Carolina. Her versatility is evident in the diverse range of artists who have recorded her work, including Fábio Jr., Leonardo, and Leila Pinheiro.

Saback's deep connection with the legendary Cássia Eller led to the posthumous release of "Flor do Sol" and a duet version of "Mãos Atadas," both based on rare early recordings from the 1980s. Beyond music, she has made significant contributions to Brazilian theater and cinema, writing musical plays like "As Robertas" and collaborating on hit films such as "Loucas Pra Casar." She remains an influential creative force in the Brazilian cultural landscape.