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Nina SimoneNina Simone was an American singer, songwriter, musician, arranger, and civil rights activist.
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Her music spanned a broad range of musical styles including classical, jazz, blues, folk, R&B, gospel, and pop.
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She changed her name to "Nina Simone" to disguise herself from family members, having chosen to play "the devil's music" or so-called "cocktail piano".
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Simone was the recipient of a Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2000 for her interpretation of "I Loves You, Porgy".