On April 21, 2003, the legendary singer, pianist, and civil rights activist Nina Simone passed away at the age of 70 in Carry-le-Rouet, near Marseille, France. Known as the High Priestess of Soul, Simone’s music blended classical, jazz, blues, gospel, and protest into a voice of unwavering defiance and deep emotional resonance. From “Mississippi Goddam” to “To Be Young, Gifted and Black,” her songs became anthems of resistance and Black pride. Simone’s fearless artistry and political outspokenness left a global impact far beyond the stage. Her death marked the end of an era—but her voice continues to echo through generations.
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