Mildred Bailey did not have a happy life. She disliked her looks (being overweight) and drank too much at times. However, she was one of the finest singers of the 1930s. She was influenced by Bessie Smith, Ethel Waters und other blues singers. Although she partly had indian … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #160: Savin’ Myself For You
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