Roberta Flack
Roberta Flack was a legendary American singer and songwriter, known for her soulful voice and timeless hits such as 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' and 'The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.' Born in 1937 in Black Mountain, North Carolina, she began her musical journey at a young age, ultimately earning a scholarship to Howard University. Flack's unique blend of genres, including soul, jazz, and R&B, allowed her to create a lasting impact on the music industry, earning multiple Grammy Awards and influencing countless artists. Her artistry transcended boundaries, making her one of the most celebrated figures in American music history.
Born on Feb 10, 1937 (88 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 35,888 | $1,700,000 | 1,605$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 8.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 10,903 | $160,000 | 181$ |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 8.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 625,978 | 676 | $73,000 | 79$ |
| Tanzania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.22% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 130,140 | $63,000 | 137$ |
| Totals | 4 | 108,025,780 | 177,607 | $1,996,000 | 2,002$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Tanzania:
Hill honoured the late Roberta Flack during the In Memoriam segment.
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Luxembourg:
Roberta Flack was honored in a tribute performance at the Grammys.
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Hungary:
Roberta Flack was honored during a tribute performance.
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Canada:
Ms. Lauryn Hill will pay tribute to D’Angelo and Roberta Flack.
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Denmark:
Roberta Flack is mentioned as having written 'Killing Me Softly' which is associated with Mick Hucknall.
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United Kingdom:
She even knew the song lyrics that I have etched on my arms – Nick Cave and Roberta Flack.
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Australia:
Roberta Flack performed at the 1972 One to One charity fundraising concert.
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Pakistan:
Roberta Flack's fans took to social media to mourn her loss after her death in February.
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Ecuador:
Roberta Flack is also noted as a celebrity diagnosed with ALS.
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Costa Rica:
Eulalia included musical influences from Roberta Flack in her work.
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