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Billie Holiday: The Last Interview

2019144 pagesMelville House

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This collection brings together interviews with the legendary singer Billie Holiday from throughout her career, including her final interview given from her deathbed. Beyond the well-known tragic aspects of her life, these conversations reveal her childhood, musical influences, and personal relationships. Holiday discusses her substance abuse, her songwriting process, and her memoir, presenting a more articulate and intelligent portrait than often portrayed.

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Billie Holiday, the voice behind the classic "Lady Sings the Blues," was a truly singular talent in jazz and blues. Her recordings continue to move listeners with their raw emotion and unforgettable phrasing.

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