The Tragic Price Billie Holiday Paid for "Strange Fruit"

In this video, we uncover her heartbreaking childhood—marked by poverty, abandonment, and exploitation—and discover how her passion for music became her lifeline. We delve into her remarkable rise in Harlem’s vibrant clubs, her electrifying collaborations and the uncompromising spirit she poured into her performances.

From the chilling protest anthem “Strange Fruit” to her battles against a government determined to silence her, Billie Holiday’s story reflects the power of music to challenge injustice. Learn about the cultural forces shaping her era, the exploitation she faced at the hands of those closest to her and the enduring legacy that echoes in every chord of jazz today.

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00:00 Intro
00:56 Chapter 1 - A Childs Shadow
01:35 Chapter 2 - Harlems Bitter Songbird
03:01 Chapter 3 - Strange Fruit
04:36 Chapter 4 - Betrayal
05:30 Chapter 5 - The 1950's
07:01 Conclusion

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