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Louis Prima was a dynamic American singer, songwriter, and bandleader, whose unique blend of jazz, swing, and traditional Italian music captivated audiences from the 1930s through the 1960s. Known for his exuberant stage presence and hits like "Sing, Sing, Sing" and "Just a Gigolo," Prima's career spanned several decades and genres. He was instrumental in popularizing big band music and is remembered as one of the most entertaining and versatile performers of his era.
"My brother Leon started it all. He played the piano. In school they made me leader of the orchestra because I played the violin, but I followed Leon and the boys in his jazz band around."
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"My brother Leon started it all. He played the piano. In school they made me leader of the orchestra because I played the violin, but I followed Leon and the boys in his jazz band around."

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"I wasn't making it with the violin because I was playing all of the 'long hair' stuff."
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"I wasn't making it with the violin because I was playing all of the 'long hair' stuff."

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"There's nothing like walking out and watching the people get turned on. Nothing in the world could replace it."
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"There's nothing like walking out and watching the people get turned on. Nothing in the world could replace it."

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