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Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

blues, jazz, jazz blues, swing, vocal jazz

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "With a smoky timbre and an understated rhythmic pulse, her music melds tension and release through deliberate phrasing that lingers in the air."
Billie Holiday matters not just as a voice but as an emotional conduit for the complexities of human experience. Her ability to transform personal pain and societal struggles into timeless art resonates deeply, influencing generations of artists across genres.
Billie Holiday matters not just as a voice but as an emotional conduit for the complexities of human experience. Her ability to transform personal pain and societal struggles into timeless art resonates deeply, influencing generations of artists across genres. Holiday's performances evoke a sense of vulnerability and raw authenticity, allowing listeners to confront their own emotions through her haunting delivery. Her innovative approach lies in her unique phrasing and inflection, which breathes new life into every note she sings. Rather than adhering strictly to melodic conventions, she often bends phrases, creating a conversational intimacy that draws the listener in. This mastery of timing and rhythm reveals a deep understanding of both the music and the message, making her interpretations feel profoundly personal yet universally relatable. Lyrically, Holiday often explores themes of love, loss, and resilience, utilizing a storytelling method that blends irony with sincerity. Her voice serves as both an instrument and a narrative device, allowing her to convey deep emotional truths without overt exposition. This nuanced approach fosters a connection that transcends mere performance, inviting listeners into a shared space of reflection and empathy.

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Discography

28 releases • 23 studio • 1941–2007
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Singles ()

Good Morning Heartache

Good Morning Heartache

1972

Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) / That Ole Devil Called Love

Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) / That Ole Devil Called Love

1945

God Bless the Child / Solitude

God Bless the Child / Solitude

1941

All of Me / Romance in the Dark

All of Me / Romance in the Dark

1941

St. Louis Blues / Loveless Love

St. Louis Blues / Loveless Love

1941

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