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“I'm sorry that I did not become the world's first black classic pianist. I think I would have been happier.”

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Nina Simone, born Eunice Waymon, was an American jazz, blues, and soul singer, pianist, and civil rights activist. Known for her distinctive voice and musical style, as well as her commitment to social issues, Simone's musical career spanned over half a century. Her works include 'Feeling Good', 'My Baby Just Cried Her Last Tear', and 'I Want a Little Sugar in My Bowl'. more

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Author:Janice Erlbaum

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Author:Janice Erlbaum

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Author:Janice Erlbaum

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