The singer’s funeral happened today and his funeral procession was accompanied by thousands of people
A tribute to the artist who has colored Brazil with art, solidarity and empowerment: remember the trajectory
After an intense battle against Colon -Terre Cancer, Brazil lost Preta Gil, a singer, actress and business woman of 50 years, who was very well experienced, thanks. A woman who knew how to live, spoke to us about the empowerment long before this word became fashionable, was the face of important guidelines at a time when she was harmful to manifest himself for them and loved his family, his friends, his loves, but above all: life. So and much more, Malu Gives your tribute to this woman with giant heart and art, remembering some facts of her life.
Rich in art
Preta Maria Gadelha Gil Moreira was born on August 8, 1974, daughter of the legendary singer Gilberto Gil and by the women’s company Sandra Gadelha. It had practically born militant, since the parents had to fight in the register to record it as “black”, a story that was proud to tell in the interviews. “You know my father, you know he likes to talk and has already started the speech.” But why? Are there white, white, light, roses and can’t have black? “” The artist insisted until he convinces the notary.
And this was a strong name for a strong woman, who at the beginning ignored her call as an artist: in the 90s, she worked behind the scenes, in producers, where she helped to produce music videos of various artists, from Ivete Sangalo to the Snz band. But this phase did not last and, in 2003, came Prêt-à porterHis debut album, which he described as a rebirth in his life.
Signs of fire
But the beginning was not easy. The cover of the album, in which Preta appeared naked, caused controversy and even attacks that we know today is the result of Fatophobia and Machism. The artist himself described, years later, those who seemed most worried about what his father thought of the photos than for his songs. And this would not be the last time that it would hate, since over the years many low people have tried to decrease it.
But Preta Gil has never made a pleasant point. And it was from this album that was the greatest success of his career, Signs of fireA great success composed of none other than Ana Carolina, who was a friend (and a crush) of her. In this period, later, he would have said: “Black said around, always laughing, that he was in love with me. And I always said:” We weren’t staying, but I made songs for her. “Because that’s how we loved each other.
Art and power
Gradually, Preta was conquering Brazil and his career still had the albums Black (2005), They are how they are (2012) e All colors (2017), in addition to a series of successful partnerships with other artists, such as Go further (2019), together with Gal Costa, which was also his godmother, neckline (2017), with Pabllo Vittar and Peaks or detachment (2014), together with Tiaguinho. Another culminating point was the block of prete, designed by her in 2010, which for years brought thousands of celebrations on the streets during the carnival.
His specialty had to be plural, both artist and person: in music, he flowed between Axé, pop, MPB and more. And speaking of MPB, we highlight here the last song that he sang in a show, the rewriting of 2025 of the track DarmThe music composed in honor of her mother and sung next to her father, Gilberto Gil. A powerful goodbye, worthy of a great artist.
Militancy and inheritance
Black was a positioning woman. Fat, black, bisexual, Axé and feminist woman, was one of the artists who defended these flags before they became more popular. In 2011, he went to the National Congress to defend the right to the same marriage, arousing the anger of extremists. He never agreed to lower his head. Not even when Misoginia hit her more directly after being betrayed by the then husband when he was diagnosed with colon cancer -for the first time in 2023.
Still shaken, he transformed the pain in struggle by exposing his situation, with emphasis on an exciting testimony in the globe special Female speechesSince 2024, where he brought to light a serious social problem and still little discussed: women who suffer from abandonment in vulnerability situations.
But despite the setbacks, it has never been alone and knew it: in recent months, it has moved Brazil by facing the disease with a unique lightness and often said that although she wanted to heal, she was ready for what came. On July 20, 2025, surrounded by his numerous friends and family, preta let it shine forever. For us, our eternal “thanks” for being able to accompany you.
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
