Yolande Cornelia "Nikki" Giovanni, Jr. (Nikki Giovanni) Quotes
I think it's the strength of her music, using art to make a statement. I think it really is. It was not a cheap gift. The gift was an expensive gift for Nina [Simone]. Diamonds are expensive. Her music was expensive. She paid for it, but I think it's her greatest gift.
Yolande Cornelia "Nikki" Giovanni, Jr.
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I think it's the strength of her music, using art to make a statement. I think it really is. It was not a cheap gift. The gift was an expensive gift for Nina [Simone]. Diamonds are expensive. Her music was expensive. She paid for it, but I think it's her greatest gift.
Yolande Cornelia "Nikki" Giovanni, Jr.
