Netinho's career in SE was marked by the recording of a historic CD and shows that drew crowds in Pré-Caju

Bahian singer Netinho died this Tuesday (13), aged 60. Death occurred due to kidney complications and multiple organ dysfunction.

The artist made a mark at Pré-Caju, in Aracaju, commanding blocks such as Bora Bora and Por Amor ao Iate. He received the title of Citizen of Aracajuano.

The CD “Netinho Ao Vivo!” 1996 sold more than 3 million copies. In Aracaju, the singer also recorded the DVD “A Caixa Mágica” in 2009.

After his diagnosis in March 2025, the singer stepped away from social media in September 2026 to focus on his recovery.

Bahian singer Netinho, who died this Tuesday (13), aged 60, developed a special affection for Sergipe and won a legion of fans in the state throughout his career. Known nationally for hits such as “Milla” and “Beijo na Boca”, the artist was one of the most popular names in axé music in the 1990s.

At Pré-Caju, a carnival preview held at Orla de Atalaia, in Aracaju, the singer was present at several editions of the party, drawing crowds in front of Bloco Bora Bora. Netinho also led several editions of the traditional block Por Amor ao Iate and stood out in his participation in the Odonto Fantasy party.

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But it was the fourth CD of his solo career, entitled “Netinho Ao Vivo!”, recorded in Aracaju in 1996, that consolidated the artist's success. The song “Milla” broke performance records and was re-recorded in more than eight languages. The album sold more than 3 million copies and culminated in the VHS recording in São Paulo.

Netinho — Photo: Ricardo Matsukawa/UOL/archive

The relationship with the Sergipe public became so strong that Netinho, once again, chose Aracaju to record, in 2009, his second DVD, “A Caixa Mágica”, a project written, produced and directed by him and dedicated to his daughter.

In addition to the public success, gratitude and love for Aracaju led Netinho to receive the title of Cidadão Aracajuano.

On social media, businessman Fabiano Oliveira, one of the creators of Pré-Caju, paid tribute to the artist.

"Thank you for everything, Netinho! Sergipe loves you and it was an honor to share so many moments with you. May God receive you and give the necessary comfort to all your family, your friends and fans. You are eternal!", Fabiano published.

Cancer treatment

Netinho was diagnosed with type B non-Hodgkin lymphoma in March 2025. During treatment, he underwent chemotherapy sessions and improved.

At the end of September 2026, the team announced that the singer would temporarily step away from social media to dedicate himself to his recovery.

The disease progressed to kidney complications and multiple organ dysfunction, according to the singer's press office.