"Sinnerman" is one of Nina Simone's most iconic and powerful recordings, serving as the 10-minute finale to her 1965 album Pastel Blues . A tour de force of jazz, soul, and gospel, the track is celebrated for its frenetic energy, complex arrangement, and Simone's impassioned vocal delivery. Origins and History
: The recording features Simone on piano and vocals, Al Schackman and Rudy Stevenson on guitar, Lisle Atkinson on double bass, and Bobby Hamilton on drums. Nina Simone - Sinnerman
: The song is an African American traditional spiritual that dates back to the early 20th century. "Sinnerman" is one of Nina Simone's most iconic
Crying to the Lord: Nina Simone's "Sinnerman" - VoegelinView Lisle Atkinson on double bass