Manoel Jardim Gomes (born December 2, 1969), is a Brazilian brega singer and songwriter. He is known for creating the song "Caneta Azul" ('Blue Pen') which became an internet meme. Biography Manoel Gomes was born in Balsas, in the Brazilian state of Maranhão and, since childhood, was interested in music. The singer even claimed, in interviews, that he has been writing songs since he was 15 years old. He attended high school and until 2019 worked as a security guard. Career The musician gained notoriety in the second half of 2019 from the song "Caneta Azul" ('Blue Pen') written by Manoel himself. He wrote the song based on a personal experience of frequently losing his pens at school. The song went viral and received interpretations from several important artists in the Brazilian music scene, such as Wesley Safadão and Simone Mendes. Manoel only recorded the song after its success. After the immediate success, Manoel started traveling around Brazil and performing in different states. At this time, the singer even stated that he intended to record his first album, with a completely authorial repertoire. However, in 2020, sudden fame coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil. In this scenario, the singer still managed to stand out with the promotion of lives. One of them even attracted more than 1.5 million viewers. Despite this, Manoel Gomes faced monetization problems and took a hit from his former manager. In August 2020, Manoel Gomes released Caneta Azul, his debut album. The contour project with musical production and arrangements by percussionist Laércio da Costa. In addition to the title track, produced in two versions – bachata and axé –, the repertoire brought songs like "Maura", "Ela É muito É Vagabunda" and "Parabéns". "Eu Vou Deixar de Ser Besta", from the same album, won a videoclip version and yielded around 100,000 views in less than a week. In January 2023, he released the single "Lá Ele" alongside singer-songwriter Tierry. The following month, the two released the single "Olha, se Você não Me Ama". Politics With the Caneta Azul project, Manoel Gomes managed to revive his popularity in 2022, especially on social networks like TikTok and Instagram. In the same year, the musician ran for state deputy for Maranhão for the Liberal Party. The musician received 7,000 votes and did not win the elections, but managed to get an alternate seat. Discography 2020: Caneta Azul References External