Mumuzinho Essentials

The celebratory mood of pagode, a subgenre of samba, runs deep in the sound of Mumuzinho. Born Márcio da Costa Batista, the Rio artist made a successful pivot from acting to singing with his 2012 debut album Dom de Sonhar. Cuts like “Dengo Nego”, “Homem Perfeito” and “Se Você Jurar” not only showcase his smoky, agile vocals but also his penchant for heartfelt, soulful melodies. And recordings of his show-stopping stage performances—such as his live rendition of “Quase Um Mês”—demonstrate how Mumuzinho embodies pagode’s very essence.