About Jamelão
Lived 1913 – 2008 (aged 95). Jamelão was a Brazilian singer and samba-enredo interpreter.
José Bispo Clementino dos Santos (May 12, 1913 – June 14, 2008) was a Brazilian samba singer known as Jamelão . He began in music as a tamborim player, but later became known as the official singer at samba school Mangueira's carnival parades, performing in every Carnival from 1949 to 2006. He also toured Europe as a solo performer.
He's considered to be the best singer of Lupicinio Rodrigues songs. He recorded in 1972 the album Jamelão Interpreta Lupicinio.
He died on June 14, 2008, of multiple organ failure.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jamelão?
Brazilian singer (1913–2008)
When was Jamelão born?
Jamelão was born on 12 May 1913 in Rio de Janeiro.
When did Jamelão die?
Jamelão died on 14 June 2008 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Jamelão's occupation?
Jamelão was a singer and samba-enredo interpreter.
What nationality was Jamelão?
Jamelão was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jamelão. https://biography.guide/jamelao/
MLA: "Jamelão." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jamelao/.
Chicago: "Jamelão." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jamelao/.
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