Song Info:
"The Girl From Ipanema" by Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto was released in 1964. The song was featured on the album "Getz/Gilberto" and became a major hit, reaching the top of the charts in the United States and winning the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in 1965. The smooth bossa nova sound and Astrud Gilberto's sultry vocals contributed to the song's popularity and enduring appeal.
Artist Bio:
Stan Getz was an American jazz saxophonist known for his smooth tone and lyrical playing style. Born in 1927, Getz began his career in the 1940s and became a prominent figure in the jazz scene, collaborating with artists like Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. Astrud Gilberto, a Brazilian singer, gained international fame with her vocals on "The Girl From Ipanema" and went on to have a successful career as a bossa nova and jazz singer. Born in 1940, Gilberto's distinctive voice and interpretation of bossa nova classics made her a beloved figure in the genre. The collaboration between Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto on "The Girl From Ipanema" helped introduce bossa nova to a wider audience and remains a classic of the genre.
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