Nina Simone transformed Jay Hawkins’ shock-rock original into a sophisticated jazz-blues masterpiece. Vocal Jazz / Blues. Mood: Intense, obsessive, and authoritative. Key Elements: Sultry piano arrangements. Brass accompaniment. Simone's distinctive, rich contralto voice.
He utilized a wide vocal range, including gritty growls and clean falsetto.
He combined the soul of Simone with the theatricality of the original "Screamin' Jay" Hawkins version.
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