I wanna show that gospel, country, blues, rhythm and blues, jazz, rock ‘n’ roll are all just really one thing. Those are the American music and that … - Etta James

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I wanna show that gospel, country, blues, rhythm and blues, jazz, rock ‘n’ roll are all just really one thing. Those are the American music and that is the American culture.

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About Etta James

Jamesetta Hawkins (January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012) , known professionally as Etta James, was an American singer who performed in various genres, including gospel, blues, jazz, R&B, rock and roll, and soul. Starting her career in 1954, she gained fame with hits such as "The Wallflower", "At Last", "Tell Mama", "Something's Got a Hold on Me", and "I'd Rather Go Blind".

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Birth Name: Jamesetta Hawkins
Also Known As: Miss Peaches
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Most of all, I just don't, I just don't want to be free no.
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