Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday, born on April 7, 1915, was an iconic American jazz and blues singer, renowned for her deeply emotive voice and unique phrasing. Often referred to as 'Lady Day,' she became an influential figure in music, with hits like 'Strange Fruit' and 'God Bless the Child' highlighting her ability to convey profound emotions. Holiday's career was marked by both immense success and personal struggles, including battles with addiction and a tumultuous life. Despite her challenges, she left an indelible mark on American music and culture, influencing countless artists and continuing to resonate with audiences long after her passing on July 17, 1959.
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Billie Holiday popularized the song 'Strange Fruit,' which is considered one of the greatest protest songs in American history.
Strange Fruit - Stabroek News
Guyana· 2026-02-08Billie Holiday was an artist with courage immersed in a context of macho racism that ultimately broke her spirit.
un amor platónico atravesado por la tragedia de las adicciones y el racismo
Argentina· 2025-12-25
Billie Holiday is mentioned as one of the most famous jazz singers from the 1930s and 1940s.
Problem je, kaj imaš v glavi
Slovenia· 2025-12-14
Maria Bethânia compares her admiration for Gal Costa to that of Billie Holiday.
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Liechtenstein· 2025-10-04
Billie Holiday is one of the artists whose works are included in the Internet Archive's Great 78 Project.
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France· 2025-09-16
Billie Holiday is one of the jazz artists the author admired.
Esto es una carta de amor | Opinión
Spain· 2025-08-05
Celeste's voice is reminiscent of Billie Holiday’s racked beauty, sparkling with a distinctly British lilt.
‘I have different weathers in my brain’: how Celeste rekindled her love of music after heartbreak and loss | Music
United Kingdom· 2025-08-01
Billie Holiday is referenced as a notable musician in comparison to Allison Mosshart.
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Germany· 2025-07-30
Billie Holiday is described as a fragile and immense artist who faced discrimination for her life choices.
Rea come MCCoy nel nome di Billie H.
San Marino· 2025-07-24
Billie Holiday is mentioned as one of the artists who loved Jimmy Scott.
El cantante que parecía un niño y tenía una voz que hizo llorar a MadonnaArgentina· 2025-07-19
Billie Holiday was considered one of the most important jazz singers of all time, known for her unique voice and emotional delivery.
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Romania· 2025-07-16
Billie Holiday is mentioned as part of the influential generation of female artists.
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Monaco· 2025-07-15
Billie Holiday used her position to activate change for other performers and pioneer momentous changes.
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New Zealand· 2025-06-18
Billie Holiday is mentioned as one of the many models Elodie has had in her life.
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Italy· 2025-05-21
Billie Holiday is one of the jazz greats that Charles Lloyd listened to as a child.
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Kenya· 2025-03-16
Billie Holiday is another influential jazz artist whose music impacted Jacky Terrasson.
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Trump announced multiple civil rights leaders, including Billie Holiday, will also get statues.
Trump reveals incoming Kobe Bryant, Muhammad Ali and Jackie Robinson statues
United States· 2025-02-21
