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What role did Bessie Smith play in the Harlem Renaissance? Bessie Smith
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What role did Bessie Smith play in the Harlem Renaissance?

Bessie Smith played a significant role in the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural, social, and artistic movement during the 1920s. Her music and performances were a key part of the era's artistic expression, and she became a leading female voice in the burgeoning music scene of Harlem and beyond, contributing to the cultural flourishing of African American arts.