Brazilian country music singer Felipe Silva died Monday, July 14, at age 24 following a pickup truck accident that occurred Saturday in Araguaína, a city in the state of Tocantins. Silva, who performed as half of the duo Felipe & Raphael, succumbed to head injuries sustained when he fell from the back of a parked truck.

According to Silva’s manager, the singer was sitting in the back of a parked pickup truck when someone suddenly started the engine. The unexpected jolt caused Silva to lose his balance and fall, striking his head on the ground. He was immediately rushed to a local hospital where he was treated for brain swelling.

Silva and his childhood friend Raphael Sousa formed the country music duo Felipe & Raphael in 2024. The young artists had performed their first show together in April and were planning to release their debut project, an extended play titled “Extended Play,” later this year.

The duo’s official Instagram page, which has over 3,000 followers, announced Silva’s death on Monday. The statement indicated that Silva was more than an artist, describing him as light, joy, courage and perseverance. The post noted that wherever he went, he left smiles and planted seeds of positivity.

Just two weeks before his death, Silva had shared an optimistic post on Instagram thanking his fans for their support. On June 29, he wrote about his growing dream and expressed gratitude to those who believed in him. The post reflected his enthusiasm for his music career, stating that while it may have been just the beginning, his desire to live from music was already substantial.

Diego Roni, the duo’s manager, shared a tribute to Silva on his Instagram Story on Tuesday. Roni indicated that while Silva was no longer with them physically, what remained forever was what he left on their stages, backstage, in rehearsals, conversations and dreams.

The manager expressed that the duo Felipe & Raphael was born with a purpose and a flame that Silva helped ignite. He noted that this flame would now be kept alive by all of them, suggesting the musical project would continue in Silva’s memory.

Silva’s partner Raphael Sousa shared throwback pictures and videos of his bandmate on his Instagram account to commemorate their friendship and musical partnership. The duo had recently performed together in July, just weeks before Silva’s death.

The official statement from Felipe & Raphael’s Instagram page reflected on the promising future the duo had planned. The post indicated that the day had not dawned as expected, as it was supposed to be another chapter of a beautiful project filled with dreams, courage and music. The statement described their collaboration as a project born from the heart and true friendship, nurtured with talent, faith and a strong desire to succeed.

The statement emphasized Silva’s aspirations, noting that “his dream was always to sing for the world.” The post suggested that he would now be singing in heaven with angels, while his surviving partner would continue representing their music with the same strength and love Silva carried into every note, rehearsal and song.

Silva’s death represents a significant loss to the Brazilian country music scene. Despite his young age, he had already established himself as a promising artist with a dedicated following. The duo’s social media presence and planned releases indicated they were gaining momentum in their musical careers.

Fans flooded the duo’s social media accounts with tributes and condolences following the announcement of Silva’s death. Many expressed shock at the sudden loss and shared memories of his performances and positive impact on their lives. The outpouring of support demonstrated the connection Silva had established with his audience during his brief but impactful career.

The accident occurred just as Silva’s musical partnership was beginning to flourish. The timing of his death, coming so soon after the duo’s formation and first performances, has left both fans and the music community mourning the loss of a young artist whose potential remained largely unfulfilled.

Sources:

https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/14717946/felipe-silva-death-accident-raphael-country-singer-brazil/
https://americansongwriter.com/24-year-old-country-singer-suddenly-killed-in-tragic-pickup-truck-accident/
https://www.express.co.uk/celebrity-news/2082486/felipe-silva-dead-music-star