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Betty Carter

Betty Carter (born Lillie Mae Jones) was an American jazz singer known for her improvisational technique, scatting and other complex musical abilities that demonstrated her vocal talent and imaginative interpretation of lyrics and melodies. Vocalist Carmen McRae once remarked: "There's really only one jazz singer—only one: Betty Carter."

Other name:

Lillie Mae Jones,

Betty Bebop

Gender:

Female

Birthday:

May 19, 1929

Deathday:

26 thg 9, 1998

Place of birth:

Flint, Michigan, USA