There are several popular musicians of Portuguese descent. Luso-francofonic artists include
Linda de Suza (Portuguese born and later an immigrant in France) and
Marie Myriam, winner of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1977.
Nelly Furtado reflected some of her Portuguese origin, especially in lesser-known songs in her first albums (songs like "Scared" sung by Furtado in English and Portuguese, "Nas Horas do Dia" and "Força"). Portugal-born
Nuno Bettencourt's heritage is also reflected in the title of
Extreme's 2008 album
Saudades de Rock.
Steve Perry, former lead singer of rock group
Journey is American of Portuguese ancestry, as is
Aerosmith's
Joe Perry (both their original paternal family names being Pereira). The lead singer from
Jamiroquai,
Jay Kay is descendent from Portugal through his father.
Ana da Silva, founding member of the cult
post-punk band
The Raincoats is also of Portuguese origin. Others include
Katy Perry and
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