Nina Simone, the definition of authentic work, is undeniably the best Singer/ Pianist from the fifties/sixties; her trek across many different Genres and style of music is superb. Enjoy your Sunday while drinking in some of her touching ones here: I put a spell on you , Ain't got no, I got life , Don't let me be misunderstood , Sinnerman , I loves you porgy , I wish I knew how it would feel to be free , Feeling good , Young gifted and black , Baltimore , Little girl blue , I got it bad and that ain't good and My baby just cares for me
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nina_Simone
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Eunice Kathleen Waymon |
| Born | February 21, 1933 Tryon, North Carolina, United States |
| Died | April 21, 2003 (aged 70) Carry-le-Rouet, Bouches-du-Rhône, France |
| Genres | Jazz, blues, R&B, folk, gospel |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter, pianist,arranger, activist |
| Years active | 1954–2003 |
| Labels | Bethlehem, Colpix, Philips, RCA Victor, CTI, Legacy Recording |
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