Carmen McRae
Born: 1922-04-08
Birthplace: New City, New York, USA
Biography
Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer. She is considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century and is remembered for her behind-the-beat phrasing and ironic interpretation of lyrics.
Known For
Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling
Hotel
The Unpredictable Pudgy!
The Subterraneans
The Square Jungle
Music in Monk Time
The Long Night of Lady Day
Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2
Umbria Jazz Story
Top Movie Credits
Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling
Grandmother
Hotel
Christine
The Unpredictable Pudgy!
Herself
The Subterraneans
Carmen McRae
The Square Jungle
Singer
Music in Monk Time
Self
Jazz Voice - The Ladies sing Jazz Vol.2
Self (archive footage)
Umbria Jazz Story
herself