Ma Rainey (Biography) | Wild Women of Song

In this episode of "Pamela Rose presents Wild Women of Song," Pamela discusses the story of the "Mother of the Blues" - Ma Rainey. A fascinating talent who, through her songwriting, helped create the persona of the Classic Blues Woman...earthy, real, and delightfully flawed.

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"Pamela Rose presents Wild Women of Song" is a captivating video showpiece celebrating the lives, times and music of the women songwriters of the Tin Pan Alley era. Host Pamela Rose features a new segment every WILD Wednesday! Look out for photo archives, fascinating facts, and some guest appearances in our weekly episodes!

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[abrahamisaacmuciusiii]

Ma Rainey was definitely one of the greatest blues singers to have ever lived!

[lyfemultimedia]

Who else is here cause of Netflix Ma Rainey's Black bottom?

[mirandarebecca]

She had stage presence. It’s a gift. I loved the movie! Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman, Oscar worthy performances.

[rowlaanbennett]

I dont like the "She was not a beautiful woman" comment

[traydahlthejugtimeragband]

Excellent! As a modern day jazz/blues singer & songwriter with a 1920's style that is heavily influenced by the melodies of Clarence Williams, Lil Hardin, Irving Berlin and Bix Beiderbecke's cornet, I do love any little nuggets about all the singers & writers of that age. Thanks for publishing.

[berylwright]

I hate that you try to discredit Ma Rainey as the creator of the blues. Your attempting to whitewash her achievements.

[MarriageandtheSingleLady]

She may not have been a beautiful woman to YOU. Comment wasn't necessary. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

[dadko]

So nice to see someone so passionate about the topic, really really good job. positive energy from watching....thank you

[briancampbell]

4:00 THE NERVE OF HER TO SAY " SOME MAY SAY... LOOK AT THIS WOMAN. SHE WASN'T A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN..." WHOA Well some may say you're unattractive who are we to judge?!? Anywho
Netflix brought me here. Ending kind of weird & wanted to know more about her!

[afterthestorm]

Umm check your delivery and put more respect on it..

[catrathat]

They can never encompass the genius that we possess. That’s why we create, while others study.

[momofsonsatl]

She wasn't a beautiful woman? Turned off.

[Jahmai]

I have a question: what was not GOOD LOOKING about her... ? Why on earth would post a tribute video and call the woman UGLY?

[pinkymuffy]

I am enjoying your channel. I found it by accident looking for a bio pic on Steve Winwood.

[SoddyMcWombat]

Great stuff Pamela--keep them coming. This is what YouTube SHOULD be about--not dancing cats or frat tricks. I like your easy style of presentation and, as a lover of jazz and blues (and women), the content is fantastic. Thanks.

[pjbrownemusic]

What do you mean by she wasn't beautiful?

[SteveRamm]

Another nice piece Pamela! Wednesdays are Wild now!

[WildWomenOfSong]

Thanks! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

[WildWomenOfSong]

Thanks for the suggestion! This was only our second episode into this series and the show has certainly evolved since we posted this video. That being said, doing an episode on Ma's vocal style (which was definitely unique!) sounds like a fine idea!

[quanalofton]

Did she refer to Ma Rainey as an unattractive woman? 😒 According to who's standards?