Birthdate: December 7, 1910
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Died: August 24, 1978
Louis Prima was a versatile American musician known for his career in jazz, swing, and jump blues. He popularized jump blues and performed as a Vegas lounge act with various musical groups. Prima incorporated Italian folk music into his songs, celebrating his Sicilian heritage. He played a significant role in promoting ethnic diversity in music, inspiring other Italian-American and ethnic American musicians to embrace their cultural roots openly.
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