Roberto Carlos (singer)
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| Birth name | Roberto Carlos Braga |
| Born | 19 April 1941 |
| Origin | Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil |
| Genres | Jovem Guarda, MPB |
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| Years active | 1951–present |
| Website | robertocarlos |
Roberto Carlos Braga (Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation: [ʁoˈbɛʁtu ˈkaʁlus]; born 19 April 1941) is a Brazilian singer-songwriter, also known as "King of Latin Music" or simply "the King". Most of his songs were written in partnership with his friend Erasmo Carlos (no relation). Roberto Carlos has sold over 70 million albums around the world. He is considered one of the most influential artists in Brazil, being cited as a source of inspiration by many artists and bands. His net worth is estimated at US$160 million.