Personalities mourn the death of Gal Costa , icon of Brazilian popular music (MPB), this Wednesday (9). The artist’s cause of death was not disclosed.
The singer Gilberto Gil expressed itself in a post on Twitter. “Very sad and impacted by the death of my Gaúcha sister”, said Gil.
“Ah, Brazil…how empty. Without Gal Costa, what an endless sadness,” he said. Zélia Duncan 🇧🇷 “Unbelievable to think about life without Gal…” djavan on Instagram.
“I can’t write about what happened. Gal was everything. I used to say she was a treasure, a light. I’m torn apart. Today we lost one of the greatest singers of all time. I say and repeat as many times as necessary: I love you, very much! I will love you for life,” said the singer-songwriter. Teresa Cristina 🇧🇷
The singer Rita Lee said: “Her name is Gal, the girl with the velvet voice…the forces of light are with you…”.
Zeca Pagodinho posted a message of condolence on his Instagram profile. “What an immense sadness the departure of Gal Costa, one of the biggest names in our music! May her son, her family, friends and fans find comfort in the fond memories she leaves for us!” said the singer.
The singer Leci Brandão posted on Twitter: “Gal Costa is gone. Hard to believe! One of the greatest interpreters in Brazil, she helped to make a revolution in Brazilian music. He made an impact not only for his unique voice, but for his forward and inspiring posture. May our Muse rest in peace. Thank you for everything!” she told her.
“What emptiness, what silence in Brazilian music. His voice is eternal within all of us. Thanks for teaching so much! Gal, infinite light,” he said. Marisa Monte 🇧🇷
What an emptiness, what a silence in Brazilian music💔 Your voice is eternal within all of us. Thanks for teaching so much! Gal, infinite light. pic.twitter.com/rIe9daAT7r
— Marisa Monte (@marisamonte) November 9, 2022
the rocker pitty highlighted Gal as a musical reference. “Superlative GAL, of the giants that walked the earth. love you forever <3 immortal reference”.
Vanessa da Mata highlighted the artist’s impact over the generations. “I have no words to describe such a loss. The face of Brazil. The most beautiful and heartfelt voice of many generations. One of the greatest voices in the world of all time. Spontaneous, true, free! I’m paralyzed. I feel orphaned as a Brazilian artist. I was never prepared to say goodbye to this brilliant generation.”
“Your voice, our life. Thank you gal,” he said. Lulu Santos on Instagram.
“Unparalleled,” he said. toquinho : “Gal, Gal, Gal….. What a loss. Much sadness. Great voice. Unequaled. I met Gal when he was Gracinha. Daughter of Maria and great friend. Rest in peace my dear Gal”, said the composer who gave an interview to CNN 🇧🇷
The author and novelist Walcyr Carrasco said on Instagram: “A great loss. Gal Costa, thank you for your immense contribution to our culture. You will be eternal! One of the biggest names in Brazilian music leaves us today, at the age of 77”.
“Our treasure is gone, deep sadness. She left her legacy as an artist, a singer and a revolutionary and with me, above all, this tender hug in one of our last meetings. I love you,” he posted. Samuel Rosa from Skunk.
Our treasure is gone, deep sadness. She left her legacy as an artist, a singer and a revolutionary and with me, above all, this tender hug in one of our last meetings. I love you @GalCosta pic.twitter.com/UUgnKKQPUz
— Samuel Rosa (@samuelrosa) November 9, 2022
The actor Bruno Gagliasso also expressed regret. “Gal is unique. A legend. An artist who is part of each of our lives. Gal Costa beautifully translated our emotions and will remain part of our culture and identity. Thanks for so much, Gal. EVOÉ!” she said.
The singer Daniela Mercury published a video of the last meeting with Gal in person.
“How to live without Gal? I’m split in half. I don’t know how to say goodbye to the greatest singer of MPB. People never say goodbye to the eternal. The most beautiful and important female voice in the world for me. My wonderful friend, extraordinary and very personal interpreter. Tropicalist goddess. Vanguard of MPB. Protagonist of historical scenes. One of the greatest artists on the planet. Mandatory reference for everyone”, said Daniela.
Maria Gadu highlighted the power of Gal Costa’s voice on Instagram.
“The voice. Tearing, sure, sharp and deep, wet and dry like a wind. The laugh. Nothing will take away the gal’s impact on the world. nothing will take away the impact of your departure. There is no silence. in my heart I hear loudly saying: MY NAME IS GAL!! We know, Gal!!! People love it!!! Today eternity gains the voice of Brazil and our hearts an abundant dose of deep sadness”, said Gadu.
“A goddess, a star that shone here on earth, rose to heaven. A whole school, Brazil that I pray every day so we don’t fade away. Água Viva, Balancê, gogoia fruit, Our veranda, pure tropical cinema. Thank you so much Gal, I love you!”, said the singer. Heaven on Instagram.
Valesca Popozuda stated on Twitter: “How sad the death of Gal Costa!! May he rest and may the family be well, my sincere condolences.”
“You under a sky of stars, one summer past, playing London, London, I remember. I was in love. You taught us to love with your art! Dear Gal, what a beautiful journey! See you one day!”, said the actor and director. Miguel Falabella 🇧🇷
The artist’s death was also reported in the official profile on instagram by the press office.
(Published by Lucas Rocha, with information from Carolina Figueiredo, Gabriela Ghiraldelli, Vinícius Bernardes)
Source: CNN Brasil
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