Antônio Carlos Jobim

Date of Birth:

Jan 25, 1927

Place of Birth:

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Antônio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim, also known as Tom Jobim, was a Brazilian composer, pianist, songwriter, arranger and singer. He was a primary force behind the creation of the bossa nova style, and his songs have been performed by many singers and instrumentalists within Brazil and internationally.