Elida Almeida

About

Singer and songwriter known for her album Ora Doci Ora Margos (Sweet Times Bitter Times). Some of her hits include "Txica," "Mar Sagrado" and "Djam Nkrel Pa Mi."

Before Fame

She sang at church and presented at a radio show before making her first album.

Trivia

She had considered becoming a judge or attorney before focusing on music.

Family Life

Her father died when she was young. She had a child while going to school.

Associated With

In 2016, she posted an Instagram photo that shows Harriet Tubman on a $20 bill.