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Brazilian composer, pianist, songwriter, arranger, and singer, considered the primary force behind the creation of bossa nova. Jobim rose to global fame in the 1960s, collaborating with João Gilberto and Stan Getz. His compositions like 'The Girl from Ipanema' and 'Desafinado' became jazz standards, blending samba rhythms with harmonic sophistication. He received Grammy Awards and influenced generations of musicians worldwide.

• Jobim's grandfather was a prominent poet and diplomat, influencing his artistic upbringing.
• He initially studied architecture but dropped out to pursue music, playing piano in bars and working in recording studios.
• The 1964 album 'Getz/Gilberto', featuring Jobim's compositions, won Album of the Year at the Grammys, catapulting bossa nova to international stardom.
• Jobim faced creative disagreements with lyricist Vinícius de Moraes during the creation of the opera 'Orfeu da Conceição', though their partnership yielded classics like 'Garota de Ipanema'.
• He died of heart failure in New York City while undergoing treatment for bladder cancer. His funeral in Rio de Janeiro drew massive crowds, with samba schools paying musical tribute.