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Quote by Bessie Smith

“No time to marry, no time to settle down; I'm a young woman, and I ain't done runnin' around.”

Quote by Bessie Smith

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Bessie Smith
Bessie Smith

Bessie Smith, known as the 'Empress of the Blues', was a pioneering jazz and blues singer from the United States. Born on April 15, 1894, and passing away on September 26, 1937, Smith's deep, soulful voice and distinctive performance style left a lasting impact on future musicians. She was one of the most famous black female singers of her time, with her music career spanning the 1920s and 1930s. more

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