He began his career in the 1940s as a member of several vocal groups : Anjos do Inferno ( who came to travel to the United States following Carmen Miranda ) Namorados da Lua , Quatro Ases e Um Curinga , Milionários do Ritmo , Cancioneiros do Luar . In 1960 he released his first solo album , " Um Novo Astro " , starting a highly successful career in the early marked by his nasal voice , accustomed to samba-teleco teco and romantic songs . Was devoted to the success Mulher de 30 . With this song he won a lot of money and public recognition . He received several awards , took part in the major television programs of the time . In 1979 he represented Brazil in the eight edition of the OTI Festival which was held in Caracas , Venezuela . His competing song entitled " Conselho " ( Advice ) was critically well received in the festival . At the end of the show , he got a more than respectable fifth place tied with his Puerto Rican counterpart Ednita Nazario with 21 points
eight edition
OTI Festival 1979
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