The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Released Thursday, 8th October 2020
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The United States vs. Billie Holiday
The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Thursday, 8th October 2020
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Billie Holiday helped shape American popular music with her voice and unique style. But, one song in particular has become her greatest legacy — "Strange Fruit." The song paints an unflinching picture of racial violence, and it was an unexpected hit. But singing it brought serious consequences.
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