Tita Lima

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years Active

2006

Genres

MPB, samba-jazz, bossa nova, hip-hop, dub, soul, avant-garde, brazilian pop, latin

Instruments

vocals, bass, piano

Biography

Tita Lima is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and music producer, born in São Paulo. She grew up in a musical household, learning piano from her grandmother and bass from her father, Arnolpho Lima, who was the bassist of the iconic Brazilian band Os Mutantes. This family background deeply influenced her, shaping her artistic identity and opening doors for her career.

Her music is known for a rich fusion of genres, which include MPB, samba-jazz, bossa nova, hip-hop, and dub, creating a vibrant and contagious sound that appeals to diverse audiences. Tita studied at the Musician's Institute in Los Angeles, which provided her with access to a diverse community of international musicians. She has collaborated and performed with a wide range of renowned artists, both from Brazil and abroad, consolidating her presence in the global music scene.

Despite having gained more recognition outside Brazil, especially in the United States, Tita Lima is considered an artist of singular talent. Her discography includes albums such as "11:11" (2006), "Possibilidades" (2006), and "Titanium" (2017). The artist demonstrates a strong connection to Brazilian music, citing influences from names like Clara Nunes, Gal Costa, Tim Maia, Jorge Ben, and Gilberto Gil, as well as international artists like Bill Withers and Curtis Mayfield.

Discography

• Ben Westbeech / Tita Lima – Brownswood Bubblers (Part 2) (2006)
• 11:11 (2006)
• A Conta Do Samba Remix (2007)
• Possibilidades (2010)
• Titanium (2019)