Simone Honors Brazilian Music Icons in "Que Mulher é Essa?" Show Premiere

Brazilian singer Simone launched her new show, "Que Mulher é Essa?", in São Paulo on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, performing a repertoire of 22 songs. The concert, held at Tokio Marine Hall, featured a diverse selection of Brazilian music, paying tribute to numerous influential artists. Among the highlights were songs by Rita Lee and Roberto de Carvalho, including a medley of "Cor de rosa choque" (1979) and "Bem me quer" (1980). Simone also performed "Quando eu te conheci," originally by Dona Onete, which was recorded by Onete ten years prior. The show's musical direction was handled by Ana Frango Elétrico, who also contributed her song "Mulher homem bicho" (2020), a collaboration with Ava Rocha. The setlist delved into the works of legendary artists such as Erasmo Carlos, with "Migalhas" (2009) and a rendition of "Se você pensa" (1968) co-written with Roberto Carlos. Simone also explored the catalogs of Belchior, represented by "Velha roupa colorida" (1976), and Caetano Veloso, with his song "Baby" (1968). Marina Lima's "Grávida" (1991), a collaboration with Arnaldo Antunes, was also featured. The show's artistic direction was overseen by stylist Ronaldo Fraga. Other artists honored included Gonzaguinha, Sueli Costa, Dalto, Francis Hime, Chico Buarque, Pablo Milanés, Lô Borges, Márcio Borges, João Rebouças, Cazuza, Milton Nascimento, Fernando Brant, and samba-enredo composers from União da Ilha do Governador.