Watch Yola perform a dazzling cover of Nina Simone’s “To Be Young, Gifted and Black” on LNSM
Filmed in the empty venue, with its recognizable stained-glass windows illuminated behind her, Yola and her band delivered an empowering, joyful take on the 1970 civil rights anthem, which first appeared on Simone’salbum. “Playing ‘To Be Young, Gifted and Black’ means so much to me. I grew up with that song and it was the first time I felt a song was directed at me, in a world that didn’t represent me in any way,” Yola said.
Yola also announced her headlining debut at the Ryman. She’s set to play the Nashville theater on May 11th, 2021, which, assuming touring resumes, is shaping up to be a high-profile year for the vocalist. She’s also slated to open dates on Chris Stapleton’s summer tour.
conference. In addition to her solo work, Yola has recorded and performed with Carlile and the Highwomen.
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