Tivas

Origin

Juripiranga, PB

Years Active

1987

Genres

sertanejo

Instruments

composer

Biography

Tivas is a highly sought-after composer in the Brazilian sertanejo music scene, with over 40 recorded works to his name. His most frequent collaborators include Danimar, Carlos Randall, and Waldir Luz. He is part of the generation of songwriters who, starting in the late 1980s, revitalized sertanejo music, propelling it to national success.

His career began with early compositions recorded in 1987, such as "Mesmo apesar da chuva," co-written with Mário Maranhão and performed by Leandro e Leonardo. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Tivas penned numerous hits for prominent artists like Zezé Di Camargo & Luciano, João Paulo & Daniel, Roberta Miranda, Edson & Hudson, and Wanessa Camargo, solidifying his reputation as a prolific and successful songwriter.

Beyond his prolific songwriting, Tivas also released his own album with the Continental label, earning him the "Prêmio Sharp" (now "Prêmio da Música Brasileira") in the "Revelation of Popular Song" category. This recognition further enhanced his standing, leading more artists to seek out his lyrical talents. His work has been instrumental in shaping the sound and success of modern sertanejo music.

Discography

• Tivas (1989)
• Loucuras de Amor (1995)