Brazilian country music singer Felipe Silva died on Monday, July 14, at age 24 following a pickup truck accident in Araguaína, a city in the state of Tocantins. Silva was half of the emerging country duo Felipe & Raphael, formed with childhood friend Raphael Sousa in 2024.
The accident occurred on Saturday when Silva was sitting in the back of a parked pickup truck. Someone suddenly started the engine, causing the vehicle to jolt and forcing Silva to lose his balance. He fell from the truck and struck his head on the ground, according to his manager.
Silva was immediately transported to a local hospital where medical staff treated him for brain swelling. Despite medical intervention, he succumbed to his injuries two days later on Monday.
The official Instagram account for Felipe & Raphael announced Silva’s death on Monday. The duo’s management expressed that Silva was more than an artist, describing him as light, joy, courage and perseverance. They indicated that wherever he went, he left smiles and positive impacts on others.
Silva and Sousa had launched their musical partnership in 2024 after being friends since childhood. The duo performed their first show together in April and were preparing to release their debut project, an extended play titled “Extended Play,” later in 2025. They had performed as recently as early July, just weeks before the fatal accident.
In what would become his final social media post, Silva shared his optimism about his music career on June 29. He wrote about each chord being a step in his dream that grew stronger daily. Silva acknowledged that while it was just the beginning of his career, his desire to make a living from music was already substantial. He thanked his supporters for believing in him.
The duo’s Instagram page, which has accumulated over 3,000 followers, shared a comprehensive statement about Silva’s passing. The management noted that the day did not dawn as expected and that it was supposed to mark another chapter of their beautiful project filled with dreams, courage and music. They emphasized that the duo was born from genuine friendship and was nurtured with talent, faith and determination to succeed.
Diego Roni, the duo’s manager, published a tribute to Silva on his Instagram Story on Tuesday. Roni stated that “Felipe is no longer with us physically, and this pain is difficult to put into words.” He emphasized that what remains are the memories Silva left on stages, backstage areas, during rehearsals, in conversations and in their shared dreams.
Roni indicated that Silva’s spirit would continue to live through their work. He noted that the duo Felipe & Raphael was created with a specific purpose and flame that Silva helped ignite. The manager expressed that this flame would now be kept alive by all who knew and worked with Silva.
The statement from the duo’s official account revealed that Silva’s lifelong dream was to sing for the world, and they suggested he would now be singing with angels. The surviving members pledged to continue representing their music with the same strength and love that Silva brought to every note, rehearsal and song.
Silva’s death represents a significant loss to Brazil’s country music scene. The young artist had been gaining recognition for his performance abilities and dedication to his craft. His partnership with Sousa showed promise for future success in the Brazilian music industry.
Fans and fellow musicians shared tributes on social media following news of Silva’s death. Many commented on his infectious personality and the positive impact he had on those around him. Supporters described him as someone who brought joy wherever he went and left lasting impressions on everyone he encountered.
The tragedy occurred just as Silva’s career was beginning to flourish. The duo had been building momentum with their performances and were preparing for their first major release. Silva’s death cuts short what appeared to be a promising trajectory in Brazilian country music.
The circumstances surrounding the accident highlight the random nature of the incident. Silva was simply sitting in a stationary vehicle when the unexpected engine start caused the fatal fall. The accident occurred in a matter of seconds, transforming what should have been an ordinary moment into a life-ending tragedy.
Silva’s surviving partner Raphael Sousa shared throwback photographs and videos of Silva on his Instagram account to honor his bandmate’s memory. The social media posts suggest that the duo’s musical project may continue despite Silva’s death, though specific plans have not been announced.
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