Mariza is a multi-platinum Portuguese fado singer celebrated for introducing the genre to a global audience. Born in Mozambique and raised in Lisbon, she blends the emotion of traditional fado with influences from jazz, soul, and Latin music. Her debut "Fado em Mim" in 2001 went six-times platinum, marking the start of an international career. With a voice both powerful and expressive, Mariza continues to push the boundaries of tradition as the defining figure of contemporary fado.