– A sultry, rhythmic opener that demands the listener's attention.
The way she plays the piano on 'Backlash Blues' is just incredible—it's like the keys are talking back to her. [2]
I think this is her best album because it feels so personal. You can hear every breath and every bit of pain in her voice. [1] nina_simone_full_album_sings_the_blues
Nina moves from the seductive "Do I Move You?" to the searing protest of "Backlash Blues."
– A fast-paced, rhythmic reimagining that diverges from the famous folk versions. – A sultry, rhythmic opener that demands the
– One of her most potent civil rights anthems, featuring lyrics by Langston Hughes.
Her voice is at its most expressive—growling, whispering, and soaring. You can hear every breath and every bit of pain in her voice
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