Sued Nunes

Origin

Sapeaçu, BA

Also known as

Sued Nunes Nascimento dos Santos

Years Active

2021–2024

Genres

MPB, black brazilian music, axé music, samba de roda

Instruments

acoustic guitar, vocals

Biography

Sued Nunes is a singer, songwriter, and poet born in Sapeaçu, in the Recôncavo Baiano region. Her given name, Sued, is a reference to "Deus" (God) spelled backward, a wish by her mother for her daughter to be blessed. She grew up immersed in the world of samba de roda and received her first acoustic guitar at age seven, an instrument that would guide her musical journey.

She studied History at the Federal University of Recôncavo Baiano (UFRB) and worked as a Philosophy teacher. Her musical career gained momentum when she performed alongside her brother, Nino, in bars. In 2021, she released her debut self-authored album, "Travessia", which achieved widespread acclaim, especially with the song "Povoada", which went viral on TikTok. The album addresses themes such as ancestry, religiosity, and the experiences of Black women, solidifying her signature artistic language.

In 2024, she released the album "Segunda-feira", exploring new sonic aesthetics and collaborating with artists such as the Kabusa Oriental Choir and Samba de Roda de D. Dalva. In 2025, she was nominated for "Breakthrough Artist" at the Brazilian Music Award, demonstrating her growing recognition in the music scene. Sued Nunes is a powerful voice in MPB, known for her musicality that blends Afro-Brazilian rhythms with electronic elements and a strong connection to spirituality.

Discography

• Travessia (2021)
• Maz (BR), Antdot, Sued Nunes – Povoada (Remix) (2023)
• Concha (Dre Guazzelli & Talbot Remix) (2024)
• Segunda-feira (2024)