On Sunday, the Pipoca da Rainha bloc, led by acclaimed singer Daniela Mercury, celebrated its 10th anniversary in the streets of São Paulo, drawing a massive crowd in the city's center. Mercury, who received honors as a symbolic citizen of São Paulo back in 2009, expressed her deep connection to the city, stating, 'I am a citizen of São Paulo,' highlighting its role as a connector of diverse cultures.

The celebration also marks an important milestone in Mercury's career, as she commemorates three decades of performing in São Paulo. The event attracted fans not only for the spectacle but also for its strong theme of female empowerment, which was the centerpiece of this year’s procession. Daniela pledged to perform over a hundred songs, starting with her famous hit 'Nobre Vagabundo,' from her 1996 album, and moving through a range of her iconic tracks, creating a vibrant atmosphere for attendees.

The event serves as a reminder of the cultural significance of Carnaval in Brazil and the important role that artists like Mercury play in enriching the local festival scene. As one of the largest street blocks in the world, Pipoca da Rainha closes out São Paulo's street Carnaval, reaffirming the city's status as a cultural hub where various identities and histories converge and celebrate.