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Nina SimoneNina Simone Nina Simone American singer-songwriter (1933–2003) Nina Simone (/ˈniːnə sɪˈmoʊn/ NEE-nə sim-OHN;[1] born Eunice Kathleen Waymon; February 21, 1933 – April 21, 2003) was an American 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,[2][3] and accompanied expressive, jazz-like singing in her contralto voice.[4][5] Rolling Stone named Simone one of the greatest singers on various lists.[6][7] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Nina Simone Simone in 1969 Background information Born Eunice Kathleen Waymon (1933-02-21)February 21, 1933 Tryon, North Carolina,… (Source: Wikipedia)
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