The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Podcast: ThroughlinePublished On: Thu Oct 08 2020
Description: Billie Holiday helped shape American popular music with her voice and unique style. But, one song in particular has become her greatest legacy — "Strange Fruit." The song paints an unflinching picture of racial violence, and it was an unexpected hit. But singing it brought serious consequences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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