You might not recognize him by the name Paulo dos Santos Fernandes. However, if you were one of those who enjoyed Rio's funk parties between the 1990s and early 2000s, or are always up-to-date on modern-day memes, you've definitely heard of MC Gorila. A native of Rocinha, through the ups and downs of his nearly three-decade career, the 43-year-old singer continues to bring joy to people of all ages with his irreverent style.