Thiago Martins

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1998–presente

Genres

pagode, samba, sertanejo

Instruments

vocal, acoustic guitar, guitar, drums, percussion

Biography

Thiago dos Santos Martins, artistically known as Thiago Martins, was born in Rio de Janeiro on September 19, 1988. Raised in the Vidigal favela, his artistic career began in the Nós do Morro theater group, a social project that opened doors for his participation in a Xuxa Christmas special in 1998. He gained national prominence playing Lampião in the acclaimed film "City of God" (2002) and, in the same year, played João Victor in the series "City of Men". His acting career solidified with roles in soap operas such as "Da Cor do Pecado" (2004), "Belíssima" (2005), "Insensato Coração" (2011), and "Avenida Brasil" (2012), where he played a soccer player, exploring his former aspirations.

Alongside acting, Thiago Martins has developed an expressive musical career, with a strong inclination toward samba and pagode. He released his self-titled debut solo album in 2014, featuring a guest appearance by Ivete Sangalo. His musical projects, such as "Quintal do TG" and "7550 Dias", celebrate the culture of samba and pagode, reviving the essence of musical circles and promoting gatherings between artists and the public. He has also been a member of the band Trio Ternura and participated in projects with other pagode names, such as Sorriso Maroto and Turma do Pagode.

Thiago Martins transitions naturally between acting and music, demonstrating versatility and a passion for both arts. His humble origins in Vidigal are a constant in his work, inspiring songs and projects that celebrate Carioca identity and the strength of Brazilian popular culture. With a solid and constantly evolving career, he has established himself as an important name in the new generation of samba and pagode, in addition to being recognized for his striking performances on television and in film.

Discography

• Quintal do TG (Rua Nova) [Ao Vivo] (2021)
• 7550 Dias (Ao Vivo no Rio de Janeiro, 2021) (2021)
• Quintal do TG (Largo do Santinho) [Ao Vivo] (2022)
• Quintal do TG (Rua Délio dos Santos) [Ao Vivo] (2022)
• Quintal do Tg (De Noronha a Vitória), Vol. 1 [Ao Vivo] (2025)
• Quintal do Tg (De Noronha a Vitória), Vol.2 [Ao Vivo] (2025)
• Quintal do TG (De Noronha a Vitória), Vol. 3 [Ao Vivo] (2025)
• Resenha do Brito (Ao Vivo) (2026)
• Quintal do TG (De Noronha a Vitória), Vol. 4 [Ao Vivo] (2026)