Michael Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer.
[For last year's post on Charlie Parker click here.]
Beat It?
Michael Jackson, we’re conflicted --
Yes, we know you were afflicted,
Yes, it’s said you were addicted,
Yes, we know you weren’t convicted,
Still, if things were as depicted,
Should your songs be unrestricted?
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Dinah Washington (29 August 1924 – 14 December 1963) was an American singer and pianist.
One Man’s Opinion
“[Washington] was at once one of the most beloved and controversial singers of the mid-20th century – beloved to her fans, devotees, and fellow singers; controversial to critics who still accuse her of selling out her art to commerce and bad taste.” --- Richard S. Ginell, qtd. Wikipedia
Dinah Washington, said a reviewer
Shouldn't have embraced
Making recordings that brought lucre to her
But compromised her taste.
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