Billie Holiday, Strange Fruit (1939). Written by Abel Meeropol, a son of Russian Jewish Immigrants, and originally based on his poem about the lynchings in the South during the 30s this song became the ultimate protest, and #Woke anthem when Billie sang it. #wokesongs #BillieHoliday #StrangeFruit
Billie Holiday Strange Fruit with Lyrics on Screen - YouTube
07:46 PM - Mar 16, 2023
In response to The Black Music Project.
She feels every syllable of the song.
08:04 PM - Mar 16, 2023
In response to The Black Music Project.
I never knew it was written by the son of Russian Jewish jmmigrants. I'm glad to know that, thanks.
07:57 PM - Mar 16, 2023
