Janis Joplin: The Queen of Rock and Roll and Her Legacy

Janis Joplin: The Queen of Rock and Roll and Her Legacy


The singer, known as the Queen of Rock and Roll, celebrates her 53rd birthday this Wednesday (04)

Janis Joplin is considered the legendary queen of rock and roll. This is because, with his aggressive and strong voice, he made the history of 20th century music. But her He died prematurely, at the age of 27, from an overdose. This Wednesday (04) we remember the legacy of this icon, 53 years after his death.




“Mercedes Benz” and “Cry Baby” These are the Janis Joplin classics that still remain on fans’ lips today. The singer was one of the biggest rock and soul influences of the 60s, leaving an incredible legacy: his songs.

Furthermore, it was taken into consideration by the magazine Rolling Stone one of the 100 greatest artists of all time and is still remembered today for her memorable performance at Woodstock.

Indeed, Janis’ songs had themes of grief over loss and distanced themselves from the “peace and love” movement of the time. During her career she was a singer for a while Big Brother and the Holding Company. Subsequently, he became a solo artist and accompanied two backing bands: Kozmic Blues and Full Tilt Boogie.

In Brazil, the singer left a memory. This because she was kicked out of a hotel in Copacabana for swimming naked in the pool.

Source: Terra

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