Pedro Barbosa release his debut solo album entitled “Reborn” in 2018. When he’s not playing solo gigs around Gauteng, he’s also the frontman of The Barbosa Experience (a band that has blown audiences away at festivals all around South Africa).
Once upon a time Pedro Barbosa was also the frontman for the Pretoria based rock band Mrs B. He was born in Mozambique, but has spent a huge part of his life in South Africa.
Most of you reading this article probably know this already and if you’re curious to find out more about him, I’ve got a little treat for you today…
Here are 11 Interesting Facts You Did Not Know About Pedro Barbosa
1. He actually met Brenda Fassie when she was still alive.
(Now it makes sense why The Barbosa Experience played an amazing cover of her song Nomakanjani at Oppikoppi a few years ago).
2. His grandad met Bob Marley once.
(I’m jealous, really jealous…)
3. Pedro Barbosa has a huge soft spot for bulldogs.
(Who doesn’t?)
4. He loves children and tend to be involved with charities who really help children.
(Nothing wrong with that, children are our future)
5. Every single stitch in his body was formed by cycling. Except for one stitch: He got that one from drunk swimming.
(Impressive!)
6. Every stitch in my body was on the left side of my body.
(I’m impressed)
7. Pedro Barbosa played basketball from the age of 7 until 20.
(How many 3 pointers did you score in your career Pedro?)
8. Once upon a time he weighed 187 kilograms.
(He weighs a lot less know thanks to a rigorous training programme)
9. He has the serenity prayer tattooed on his back – the only addiction he has are cigarettes though.
(Good. Drugs are bad, mkay?)
10. Pedro Barbosa really loves cuddles and what it leads to
(Who doesn’t?)
11. To date Pedro has released 3 studio albums: Reborn (in 2018), Journey To Reborn (in 2019) and Lock Me Down (in 2020).
Well, there you have it, 11 facts you didn’t know about Pedro Barbosa. I hope that you’ve learned something that you did not know.
If you’re familiar with Pedro Barbosa’s music, check out the video for “Crazy Love Is” below:
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