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We didnt have any segregation at the Cotton Club. No. The Cotton Club was wide open, it was free
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"We didn't have any segregation at the Cotton Club. No. The Cotton Club was wide open, it was free"

- Cab Calloway

About this Quote

This quote by Cab Calloway is describing the famous Cotton Club in Harlem, New York. The Cotton Club was a popular jazz club in the 1920s and 1930s, and was understood for its lively atmosphere and diverse clientele. Cab Calloway's quote is highlighting the reality that the Cotton Club was a place of approval and inclusivity, despite race or ethnic background. This was a plain contrast to the segregation that was rampant in the United States at the time. The Cotton Club was a location where individuals of all backgrounds could come together and take pleasure in the music and atmosphere without fear of discrimination. This quote is a testimony to the power of music and culture to bring individuals together, and to develop a space of approval and understanding.

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Cab Calloway This quote is written / told by Cab Calloway between December 25, 1907 and November 18, 1994. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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