Fernando Correia Marques

Fernando António Correia Marques de Matos, born on October 18, 1954, in Coimbra, Portugal, is a well-known Portuguese singer with a rich musical career spanning several decades. He began his musical journey in the early 1970s, initially as a vocalist with the White Star band and later founding the Trio Zumbaiar. After playing as a goalkeeper for several football clubs, including Sporting Clube de Portugal, he transitioned to a professional solo music career by the late 1970s. Marques gained popularity with hits like "Melodia Chá-lá-lá" and "Carlitos, Carlitos," and his songwriting includes "Viva Portugal, Viva!", a song created for the European Football Championship.

Throughout his career, Fernando Correia Marques switched record labels and continued to produce memorable songs, including "O Burrito," and formed the NUCAFE production company in the mid-1990s. Besides music, he is also recognized for appearances in Portuguese TV shows and films, such as "Abbacadabra" and "Musicaqui". His blend of pop and traditional Portuguese music, along with his contributions as a performer and producer, make him a notable figure in Portugal’s music scene.

Genres

Kuduro

Latest Release

A Magia do Amor

Fernando Correia Marques

Single - Released December 6, 2024