Bio of nina simone

Nina Simone (/ ˈniːnə sɪˈmoʊn / NEE-nə sim-OHN; [1] born Eunice Kathleen Waymon; Febru – Ap) was an American pianist, singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Her music spanned styles including classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, and pop. When Nina Simone died on Ap, she left a timeless treasure trove of musical magic spanning over four decades from her first hit, the Top 10 classic “I Loves You Porgy,” to “A Single Woman,” the title cut from her one and only Elektra album. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Nina Simone (born Febru, Tryon, North Carolina, U.S.—died Ap, Carry-le-Rouet, France) was an American singer who created urgent emotional intensity by singing songs of love, protest, and Black empowerment in a dramatic style, with a rough-edged voice.