I was reared in the church from the age of three. I've played piano since I was three. I performed at revivals and for my people around North Carolina for several years. People around town collected money to send me to school.
Nina SimoneBy the time I was eight I was taking classical piano lessons and I wanted to be a concert pianist. But that didn't work out. I graduated from high school and my formal education ended.
Nina SimoneGreed has driven the world crazy. And I think I'm lucky that I have a place over here that I can call home.
Nina Simone