Being Black and Free
Freedom for us is still only a dream. When I sing, I sing about reality.
Nina Simone
American singer, pianist and civil rights activist whose music combined jazz, blues and classical traditions.
All moments: Nina Simone
- Inner Harmony Through Art — Nina Simone
I found peace in music when the whole world was against me.
- Pride in Black Culture — Nina Simone
I am proud to be Black. My race, my people is my strength.
- Fighting is Survival — Nina Simone
If you want to be heard, you must speak the truth. Truth is a weapon.
- Music Without Borders — Nina Simone
Music is a language that speaks to all hearts without words.
- The Artist's Duty to Society — Nina Simone
The artist must serve truth and justice.
- Art is Life — Nina Simone
Art is my life. I cannot separate my music from my feelings about society.
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I'll never sell my soul for money or fame. It's my only true asset.
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