Brazilian Singer Rita Lee Dies at 75

Rita Lee, a singer and composer from Brazil, has died.

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At the age of 75, she passed away on May 10, 2023.

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Lee was a Brazilian rock music pioneer who enjoyed a long and fruitful career.

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She was renowned for her fusion of various genres, including rock, pop, and Brazilian rhythms, and her diverse manner.

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Lee supported environmental and social causes as well.

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Throughout her career, she put out many albums, including "Build Up" and "Rita Lee".

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Lee's music profoundly inspired Brazilian culture and a large number of its musicians.

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Her passing has triggered a flood of eulogies from admirers and musicians all across the world.

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Through her songs and the influence she had on Brazilian society, Lee will continue to be remembered.

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