Nina Simone ✓
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Nina Simone (1933–2003) was a United States jazz pianist, known for Feeling Good|To Be Young, Gifted and Black.
About Nina Simone
Nina Simone was an American composer, concert pianist, singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Simone's bearing and stage presence earned her the title the High Priestess of Soul. Her music spanned styles including classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, and pop. Her piano playing was strongly influenced by baroque and classical music, especially Johann Sebastian Bach, and accompanied expressive, jazz-like singing in her contralto voice. Rolling Stone named Simone one of the greatest singers on various lists.
Feeling Good|To Be Young, Gifted and Black
I put a spell on you
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame|honorary doctorate
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