Tom Zé is a Brazilian musician, singer, and multi-instrumentalist born in 1936. He is a prominent figure in the Tropicalia musical movement, which had a significant influence on the development of Latin American music. Tom Zé is known for his experimental approaches to composition and the use of unconventional instruments. His best-known works include the albums "Estudando o Samba" and "Com Defeito de Fabricação" His work is highly regarded for its contribution to the development of the genre and for its innovation, which has inspired many followers.

• Genres: Латиноамериканская музыка, Поп
• Country: Brazil
• Language: Portuguese, English, Spanish, Basque