Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out

Artist Bio:
Nina Simone, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon on February 21, 1933, was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and civil rights activist. She was known for her unique voice and eclectic musical style that combined elements of jazz, blues, classical, and folk music. Simone rose to fame in the late 1950s and 1960s with hit songs like "I Put a Spell on You," "Feeling Good," and "My Baby Just Cares for Me."

Simone was also a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, using her music to address issues of racial inequality and social injustice. She penned powerful protest songs such as "Mississippi Goddam" and "To Be Young, Gifted and Black," which became anthems for the movement. Nina Simone's music continues to inspire and resonate with audiences around the world, cementing her legacy as a pioneering artist and activist.