Where learning is fuelled by creativity

Nina Simone – Musician of the Month – May 2024

3rd May 2024 in Creative Team

About: Eunice Kathleen Waymon, known professionally as Nina Simone, was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist. Her music spanned styles including classical, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, and pop. 
Genres: R&B/Soul, Jazz
Active from: 1954 – 2002
Origin: North Carolina, U.S.A.

 

“My Baby Just Cares for Me” captures the tender devotion between two souls. Her unique voice and exquisite piano arrangement evoke love’s blissful embrace with captivating grace.

“Mississippi Goddam” is a searing protest against racial injustice and the violence faced by African Americans. With fierce vocals and bold lyrics, she confronts the systemic oppression with unapologetic courage and righteous anger.”

“Feeling Good” is an empowering anthem of self-liberation. Her soul-stirring vocals and the song’s infectious energy uplift the spirit, urging listeners to embrace newfound joy and confidence in the face of adversity.

 

Why (The King of Love is Dead)” by Nina Simone is a powerful protest song mourning the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., capturing the collective grief, anger, and hope for change in just three minutes.

Read more about Nina Simone…

No Comments »

No comments yet.

RSS feed for comments on this post. TrackBack URL

Leave a comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *