?Lambada? singer Laolwa Braz found dead in Brazil

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Brazilian singer, Laolwa Braz best known for the 1980s hit Lambada, was found dead in a burnt-out car on Thursday.

Local media and police confirmed the death of 63-year-old Braz, who was found near her home in the Rio de Janeiro state. The circumstances of her death are unknown.

Braz provided the lead vocals for the international hit song released by French group Kaoma in 1989. It sold millions of copies around the world.

The song continues to inspire artists today, from the likes of Jennifer Lopez who used ‘Lambada’ in her 2010 hit ‘On The Floor’.