– A sultry, rhythmic opener that demands the listener's attention.
– A haunting, operatic interpretation of the George Gershwin classic. 📝 The Verdict
I think this is her best album because it feels so personal. You can hear every breath and every bit of pain in her voice. [1]
Her voice is at its most expressive—growling, whispering, and soaring.
– One of her most potent civil rights anthems, featuring lyrics by Langston Hughes.
Her piano playing blends classical precision with gut-bucket blues.
Nina moves from the seductive "Do I Move You?" to the searing protest of "Backlash Blues."
– A fast-paced, rhythmic reimagining that diverges from the famous folk versions.