fyblackwomenart:Sister Rosetta TharpeSister Rosetta Tharpe was an American singer, songwriter, guita

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Sister Rosetta Tharpe was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and recording artist. She attained popularity in the 1930s and 1940s with her gospel recordings, characterized by a unique mixture of spiritual lyrics and rhythmic accompaniment that was a precursor of rock and roll.