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Mamie Smith

Singer · Actor 1883–1946

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About Mamie Smith

American vaudeville singer (1891–1946)

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Art Authenticity Business Consumption Emotion Music Responsibility

In their words

“The best is none too good for the public that pays to hear a singer.”

“The typical blues song comes from the very heart and to sing it well you have to feel it.”