3 Things to Know About Mariza's Fado em Mim

Portuguese labels rejected the album Major Portuguese record labels turned down Mariza’s debut because they were unwilling to risk money on an unknown artist.

A Dutch label took the chance World Connection, a small Dutch label, picked up the album and released it internationally.

The album became a global hit Fado em Mim found major success abroad, proving that local industry gatekeepers can be wrong about talent.