Naila Skorpio

Brazilian composer, lyricist, percussionist and singer. Lived in the U.S. in the 60s. Returning to Brazil in the early 70s, worked as a drummer with Maysa Matarazzo and later as percussionist with Rita Lee during the heyday of Rita's solo career. She also developed partnerships with producer Guto Graça Mello, her husband at that time, and arranger Lincoln Olivetti, recording themes for TV ("Marilyn Forever" features Wayne Shorter) and movie soundtracks such as the iconic film "Rio Babilonia."