He began his solo journey with the album Uni-Verso (1994), recorded in Paris. He is ranked in the top 10% of songwriters on Muso.ai . The "Tchiluf" Phenomenon
Originally featured on the 2004 album Amor di Cristal , "Tchiluf" became a massive success, winning "Song of the Year" through the RCV Top As 10 Mais program.
(born José António Oliveira Delgado) is a prominent Cape Verdean singer and songwriter recognized as a key figure in the first generation of Cape Verdean World Music . He is best known for his hit song "Tchiluf" , which was elected Song of the Year in Cape Verde in 2005. Professional Background
Born on May 20, 1968, in São Vicente, Cape Verde, he began performing as a child in radio programs and cultural events. As of 2026, he lives in Luxembourg and has been studying at the national music conservatory.
He began his solo journey with the album Uni-Verso (1994), recorded in Paris. He is ranked in the top 10% of songwriters on Muso.ai . The "Tchiluf" Phenomenon
Originally featured on the 2004 album Amor di Cristal , "Tchiluf" became a massive success, winning "Song of the Year" through the RCV Top As 10 Mais program.
(born José António Oliveira Delgado) is a prominent Cape Verdean singer and songwriter recognized as a key figure in the first generation of Cape Verdean World Music . He is best known for his hit song "Tchiluf" , which was elected Song of the Year in Cape Verde in 2005. Professional Background
Born on May 20, 1968, in São Vicente, Cape Verde, he began performing as a child in radio programs and cultural events. As of 2026, he lives in Luxembourg and has been studying at the national music conservatory.
