Nina Simone had 'visions of laser beams and heaven' when experiencing mania - bipolar
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No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone — Virginia Stage Company
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The Stool Pigeon Music Newspaper Issue 029 by The Stool Pigeon - Issuu
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The Extraordinary Life of Nina Simone was Tragic and Empowering
The Burden of Brilliance: Nina Simone's Tortured Talent
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No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone
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Nina Simone on Shock - Blank on Blank
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The Burden of Brilliance: Nina Simone's Tortured Talent
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7 Captivating Truths About Nina Simone
The Burden of Brilliance: Nina Simone's Tortured Talent
Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape
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TIL that Nina Simone was diagnosed with Bipolar in the 80s and had