Nina Simone Passes Away

Nina Simone, known for her deep, raspy, powerful voice, passes away at the age of 70. She was a unique artist whose musical style included classical, jazz, blues, folk, r&b, gospel and pop. As an activist, she helped chronicle the civil rights movement, illustrating powerful messages in her music. Some of her most popular songs were "I Loves You, Porgy," "Young, Gifted and Black," and "I Put a Spell On You."