Bessie Smith
Bessie Smith, known as the 'Empress of the Blues', was a prominent African American singer in the 1920s and 1930s, whose powerful voice and emotive performances brought blues music to the forefront of American culture. Despite her immense popularity, Smith faced significant challenges, including exploitation by the music industry, due to her lack of formal education and the racial prejudices of the time.
Born on Apr 15, 1894 (131 years old)
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Bessie Smith, known as the 'Empress of the Blues', was a popular African American singer in the 1920s and 1930s who struggled with issues of intellectual property rights.
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