Which female singer, often called the 'Empress of the Blues,' became one of the highest-paid Black performers of the 1920s?
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Correct answer: Bessie Smith
Bessie Smith's powerful voice and emotional depth brought the Blues to a mainstream audience. Her success symbolized the growing economic potential of Black performers in the recording and entertainment industries.
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