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emalvick t1_jdmhn2i wrote

Angel of Harlem by U2

The song is primarily about Billie Holiday with direct references to her as Lady or Lady Day, and Angel. The song also drops references to John Coltrane and Miles Davis.

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Gonzostewie t1_jdnmkdo wrote

Gil Scott Heron also has Lady Day and John Coltrane.

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