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Episode 13: “Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean” by Ruth Brown

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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The Rise of Ruth Brown

This chapter tells the story of Ruth Brown's journey to stardom, from her breakthrough performance at a club to her success with Atlantic Records. It covers the origins of her hit songs, her impact on the music industry, and the challenges she faced along the way.

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