Elba Ramalho

Elba Ramalho
Ramalho in November 2013.
Background information
Born	(1951-08-17) August 17, 1951 (age 65)
Origin	Conceição, Paraíba, Brazil
Genres	MPB, salsa, forró
Occupation(s)	solo singer-songwriter, musical artist, performer, writer

Elba Ramalho (born August 17, 1951 in Conceição, Paraíba) is a Brazilian songwriter, performer, poet and actress. She is sometimes called "The Queen of Forró".

In addition to her successful solo career, Elba has collaborated with a number of well-established Brazilian acts, including Alceu Valença and her first cousin Zé Ramalho.