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    Bessie Smith

    Bessie Smith, known as the "Empress of the Blues," was a legendary American blues singer whose powerful voice and emotional delivery captivated audiences during the 1920s and 1930s. Her raw, uninhibited vocal style profoundly influenced subsequent generations of jazz and blues musicians, solidifying her status as one of the most important figures in early American music.

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