The Song of the Day: The High Priestess of Soul

Posted by Shaun Harvey on August 12th, 2008 3 Comments

August 12:  Song of the Day.  Nina Simone–Sinnerman

Nina Simone Pastel Blues [cover art]When the name Nina Simone comes up in conversation there will surely be a mention of her take on the old spiritual “Sinnerman” not far behind.  This is the definitive version from Simone’s 1965 album Pastel Blues.  The accompanying video uses the song as a backdrop for a series of clips that trace the ills and evil of mankind throughout history and is the only one I could find that includes the entire 10 mintue and 20 second recording. 

Whenever I listen to this song it gives me the chills.  Simone’s voice and skill at the piano are both stunning.  As an artist her influence is not to be overlooked as the music of Nina Simone has become a touchstone for a whole generation of African-American artists and this performance highlights just one of the many reasons why.[video after the break]

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Sinnerman by Nina Simone

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3 Responses to “The Song of the Day: The High Priestess of Soul”

  1. 13 Aug 2008 at 1:16 pm1Maeby said:

    absolutely beautiful! thanks for posting it.

  2. 13 Aug 2008 at 2:27 pm2Kyle said:

    Shaun, this song is amazing!

  3. 13 Aug 2008 at 2:49 pm3Shaun Harvey said:

    thanks guys…glad you like it. It’s one of my personal faves. Chills every freakin’ time!

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