Nina Simone (/ ˈniːnə sɪˈmoʊn / NEE-nə sim-OHN; [1] born Eunice Kathleen Waymon; February 21, 1933 – April 21, 2003) was an American pianist, singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Her music …

She was the consummate musical storyteller, a griot as she would come to learn, who used her remarkable talent to create a legacy of liberation, empowerment, passion, and love through a …

Apr 2, 2014 · Legendary performer Nina Simone sang a mix of jazz, blues and folk music in the 1950s and '60s. A staunch Civil Rights activist, she was known for tunes like "Mississippi Goddam," "Young,...

Jan 22, 2026 · Nina Simone (born February 21, 1933, Tryon, North Carolina, U.S.—died April 21, 2003, Carry-le-Rouet, France) was an American singer who created urgent emotional intensity by singing …

“The High Priestess of Soul,” Nina Simone was a singer, pianist, songwriter, and civil rights activist. Mostly known as a jazz singer, her music blended gospel, blues, folk, pop, and classical …

Nina Simone (1933–2003) was a singer-songwriter, musician, and activist. Born Eunice Waymon in Tryon, North Carolina, Simone was groomed into an accomplished pianist as a child, made possible …

Sep 27, 2025 · From classical prodigy to fearless voice of the Civil Rights Movement, Nina Simone used her music as both art and activism, leaving a legacy that still inspires generations worldwide.

Nina Simone was a singer, pianist, songwriter, and civil rights activist. She recorded in many genres–from soul and jazz to gospel and popular music.

Watch the official lyric video for Nina Simone’s “Feeling Good” from the album “I Put A Spell On You.”

Feb 13, 2026 · Nina Simone was a legendary artist and a civil rights activist. She pioneered a unique and complex sound that shaped the fabric of American society. Till this day, her music continues to …