Gil, The Music Man

Celebrating the life and career of Brazilian cultural icon, Gilberto Gil

80 years of talent

How he has changed over his life

The effects of time in the life and works of Gilberto Gil

Subjects such as aging and death are recurrent in the compositions by the artist, as well as family values.

“I knew that music was my language, really. That music would take me to know the world, it would take me to other lands. Because I thought I had the music of the earth and the music of the sky.”Becoming Gilberto Gil

In his own words

Be a part of history and join Gil in his Brazilian Academy of Letters inauguration

Now Sing Along!

Follow the lyrics to the beat of Gil's most popular songs

A karaoke experience with original instrumental recordings

Grab your Backstage Pass

And visit the studios where Gil recorded most of his songs

5, 6, 7, 8...!

Jam along and see where music comes to life

The Festivals

Relieve Gil's iconic moments on stage

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