Corinne Bailey Rae grew up in Leeds, performing in small venues, and used her experiences, including the metaphor of sapphire, alongside the influence of Billie Holiday in her work.
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Updated Jul 26
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What happened
Corinne Bailey Rae grew up in Leeds, performing in small venues, and used her experiences, including the metaphor of sapphire, alongside the influence of Billie Holiday in her work.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Corinne Bailey Rae
British singer and songwriter
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Leeds
city in West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
- The UK government is reviewing funding models for England, recognizing the need for stronger, essential cities like Birmingham, Leeds, and Liverpool to drive national growth, while also addressing capital city pressures in London.
- The X84 bus route was established on September 1, 2026, linking Leeds, Otley, and Ilkley.
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Billie Holiday
professional name of Canadian radio and television personality Amanda Dunn
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- cbsnews.comCorinne Bailey Rae on the sadness of loss and the beauty of life