Check for errors: Make sure the album titles and years are correct. Verify if they were part of Som Livre and their active years. Also, make sure to not suggest that one should download illegally, but perhaps mention the legal ways like streaming and digital purchases.
Sorriso Maroto is a Brazilian sertanejo music duo that played a pivotal role in shaping the "sertanejo popular" (sertanejo pop) genre during the 2000s. Active from the late 1990s until their disbandment in 2013, the group became synonymous with the urban, romantic, and pop-influenced sertanejo movement. Their discography reflects the genre’s evolution, blending traditional sertanejo rhythms with contemporary sounds. Simultaneously, the rise of digital music downloads in Brazil in the 2000s and 2010s transformed how fans accessed their music, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges of the digital age.
Make sure to use correct Portuguese names for albums and the group's name. Use English for the essay since the user's query is in English. Be factual, avoid slang, and present the information clearly.
Structure the essay: Introduction about the group, their musical style and importance. Discography timeline with notable albums and hits. Then transition into the digital age, how their music was downloaded, the impact of piracy, the shift to streaming, and the current availability. Conclude with their legacy and how fans can legally access their music today.
First, I should outline their discography. Let me check the dates. They were active from the late 90s to around 2013. Their first album was "Sorriso Maroto" in 1999. Then there were several others like "Família Sertaneja" in 2000. I think they had a peak with "Cúmplices do Sucesso" in 2002-2003. They were signed to Som Livre Records, so their discography is with that label. They also did some collaborations with other artists.
I should mention the impact of illegal downloads on their sales. For a group like Sorriso Maroto, who had a lot of pop and adult contemporary fans, maybe their albums were more downloaded illegally. Legal download stores in Brazil, like iTunes Brazil (but when did they start?), or maybe Google Play Music. Also, streaming services like Spotify, where their discography is available.
Possible points: The group's music was popular for downloading because of its pop-sertanejo blend. They had many hits that were downloaded. The transition from CDs to digital downloads affected their sales, especially with piracy. However, their music is now available on legal platforms, so fans are encouraged to download or stream legally.
Also, some of their songs became hits in Brazil and other countries, so their discography has a wide reach. Maybe mention popular singles and their chart performance. Their breakup in 2013 could be a reason they haven't released recent material, but their old music is still available for download.