Singer and actress, Freda Payne is a legend. She is the older sister of Scherrie Payne, a singer in a little group called the Supremes and has been entertaining us from the 1960’s. In the 1970’s her hit “Band of Gold” was huge and since then she’s starred in movies, on stage, had a talk show and much more.
But bless her, she still had time for little old me.
If you could be any other musician past or present, which one would it be and why?
I would like to of been Hazel Scott, she was an African-American pianist affluent in all genres of music. She played in night clubs as well as concert halls in the United States as well as Europe. She was married to congressman Adam Clayton Powell. My reason for wanting to be her is that she was a true Renaissance woman.. She accomplished many things and was an excellent concert pianist in the classical feel. She stood up for herself and was afraid of nothing.
If you had to name one song from any genre that really speaks to you, which one would it be and why?
“Here’s to Life”. The lyrics are simply philosophical and sobering, recognizing one’s mortality and the desire to continue to live and accomplish more things in life.
Are you a Mulder or Scully? Do you believe aliens have visited planet earth and if so what do you think they think about mankind?
I am neither a Mulder or a Scully. Yes, I most definitely feel that aliens have visited planet earth and that there are probably humanoids walking around among us. They probably think we are idiots and are stupid.
Note: Then you’re a Mulder and the FBI have a file on you.
What was the happiest day of your life and why?
When I had my son. Because it was life-changing and it changed me for the better. Even my body chemistry had changed.
Note: Same for me, only it was my bank account that changed.
If “God” (whatever your idea is on that) were stood before you now, what one question would you ask him/her and why? I'd ask why are we here?
If God stood before me I would ask him why does he allow so many horrible things to happen to mankind and why did he allow this pandemic to come upon us.
This is an extract from the Book, Minds Behind the Music. More HERE
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