Mari Fernandez Biography: Real Name, Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Height

Mariana Fernandes de Sousa, professionally known as Mari Fernandez, is a rising Brazilian singer-songwriter and instrumentalist whose emotive piseiro tracks have quickly established her as a fresh voice in the forró scene.

She burst onto the national stage in 2021 with her debut album Piseiro Sofrência and the breakout single “Não, Não Vou,” which topped Spotify Brazil’s charts and resonated with fans through its raw tales of love and resilience.

Fernandez’s blend of traditional Northeast rhythms with modern production, seen in hits like “Parada Louca” featuring Marcynho Sensação, has earned her millions of streams, sold-out tours, and awards, marking her as a trailblazer for young women in Brazilian regional music.

Profile

• Full Name: Mariana Fernandes de Sousa
• Stage Name: Mari Fernandez
• Born: 19 February 2001
• Age: 24 years old
• Birthplace: Alto Santo, Ceará, Brazil
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Instrumentalist
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Girlfriends: Júlia Ribeiro
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Mariana Fernandes de Sousa was born on February 19, 2001, in Alto Santo, Ceará, Brazil, to parents whose names are unknown.

She might have had siblings but details about them are not publicly known.

Fernandez attended local schools in Ceará, where she balanced studies with informal vocal practice, but she left formal education after secondary level to pursue music professionally, opting for hands-on experience over higher studies.

She is of Brazilian ethnicity and though her religion is unknown.

Career

Mariana Fernandes launched her career in 2021 after friends connected her with a manager seeking a female voice for a piseiro project, leading to her debut album Piseiro Sofrência with 10 tracks, including the viral “Não, Não Vou” that hit number one on Spotify Brazil.

The single’s heartfelt lyrics on empowerment drew immediate attention, amassing millions of streams and radio play in the Northeast.

Fernandez’s raw delivery and accordion-infused sound quickly built a grassroots following, with early live gigs at regional festivals showcasing her stage energy and setting the stage for broader recognition.

Her momentum grew that year with the live album Ao Vivo em Fortaleza, recorded in Ceará’s capital and featuring collaborations with Nattan, Simone & Simaria, Xand Avião, and Zé Vaqueiro, which captured her dynamic performances and expanded her reach through TV spots.

The hit “Parada Louca” with Marcynho Sensação became a party anthem, earning diamond certifications and TikTok virality that introduced her to younger audiences.

Fernandez launched her first tour, Mari Sem Fim, packing venues with all-night sets, with nominations at the TikTok Awards and Contigo! Online highlighted her rapid ascent as a piseiro innovator.

Fernandez marked her third year with singles like “Eu Gosto Assim” alongside Gustavo Mioto and “Seu Brilho Sumiu” with Israel & Rodolffo, blending sofrência ballads with upbeat rhythms that dominated charts and festivals.

Her 2023 Prêmio Jovem Brasileiro wins for Young Singer and Best Feat, plus features on tracks with Maiara & Maraisa, solidified her influence, inspiring a new wave of female forró artists.

Through packed São João events and a growing discography, her work continues to celebrate Ceará’s roots while pushing genre boundaries for global appeal.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @marifernandez
• Facebook Handle: Mari Fernandez
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Mariana Fernandes is not married and has no children.

She is publicly in a relationship with Júlia Ribeiro.

Discography

• Piseiro Sofrência (2021)
• Ao Vivo em Fortaleza (2021)
• Não, Não Vou (2021)
• Parada Louca (feat. Marcynho Sensação) (2021)
• Eu Gosto Assim (feat. Gustavo Mioto) (2023)
• Seu Brilho Sumiu (feat. Israel & Rodolffo) (2023)
• Comunicação Falhou (2022)

Net Worth

Mari Fernandez has an estimated net worth of $2 million, built primarily from streaming royalties on hits like “Não, Não Vou,” revenue from nationwide tours such as Mari Sem Fim, and label partnerships with Sony Music that fuel her piseiro releases.