Maiara and Maraisa, who were born on December 31, 1987, in São José dos Quatro Marcos, Brazil, form a distinguished sertanejo duo made up of twin sisters Maiara Carla Henrique Pereira and Carla Maraísa Henrique Pereira. Their upbringing in various cities, such as Rondonópolis and Belo Horizonte, set the stage for their musical endeavors, which began at the age of five with performances at local festivals. They achieved significant acclaim with their hits "10%" and "Medo Bobo," especially after the successful releases of their live albums, Ao Vivo em Goiânia (2016) and Ao Vivo em Campo Grande (2017). Their collaboration with the duo Jorge & Mateus played a pivotal role in their career advancement, earning them the nickname "As Patroas." The sisters have established themselves as icons within the feminejo genre and have been involved in numerous promotional initiatives, including a campaign for CAIXA lotteries in 2021. Their body of work includes solo albums such as Totalmente Livre (2004) and Incomparável (2021), along with collaborative albums featuring Marília Mendonça, which demonstrate their artistic range and enduring appeal.
