Simone was inducted by Mary J. Blige, who called the pioneering R&B singer “bold, strong, feisty and fearless, and so vulnerable and transparent all at the same time.” “Her voice was so distinctive and warm and powerful; I never heard anything like it,” Mary continued. “She knew who she was and she …
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Mary J. Blige, Lauryn Hill & Andra Day honor Nina Simone at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony
“Her voice was so distinctive and powerful and I never heard anything like it,” the R&B superstar said. Simone was a leader in pushing for civil rights and influenced everyone from Aretha Franklin to Alicia Keys. Her brother, Sam Waymon, accepted the honor on his sister's behalf. The 33rd annual Rock …
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Bon Jovi, Nina Simone, Moody Blues, others inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Day, a Grammy-nominated R&B singer, was also extraordinary, hitting high notes that also earned her applause. Blige inducted Simone, calling the singer “bold, strong, feisty and fearless.” “Her voice was so distinctive and powerful and I never heard anything like it,” the R&B superstar said. Simone was …
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Bon Jovi, Nina Simone, Moody Blues make it into Rock Hall
