Nina Simone: 7 Cool Facts

Nina Simone was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist who lived from 1933 to 2003. She began her music career as a classical pianist but later turned to jazz, blues, and soul music. Simone's music often addressed social and political issues, and she became known as the "High Priestess of Soul." In addition to her music career, Simone was a prominent civil rights activist who worked with Martin Luther King Jr. and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee. Simone's legacy continues to inspire musicians and activists around the world.

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