Fatima Guedes

Fatima Guedes (Rio de Janeiro, May 6, 1958) is a Brazilian singer and composer. She began composing at 15 years old, and won first place at the 1973 Festival de Música da Faculdade Hélio Alonso, with her song "Passional." Her songs have been recorded by Elis Regina, Maria Bethânia, Simone, Ney Matogrosso, among others. She has also appeared in two short films, Shadows of the Past (2012), and Strike (2010).