Pearl Reaves
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Publicity photo of Pearl Reaves and the Paul Farano Trio taken in the 1960s. Robert Green, Eddie Shaw, Pearl Reaves Farano, Paul Farano. | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Pearl Reaves |
| Born | June 7, 1929 Raleigh, North Carolina |
| Died | March 6, 2000 (aged 70) Boston, Massachusetts |
| Genres | R&B, Rock and roll, Soul, Gospel |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Guitar player |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, Guitar |
| Years active | 1950s |
| Labels | Harlem |
Pearl Reaves (June 7, 1929 – March 6, 2000), also known by her married name, Pearl Farano, was an American R&B singer and guitar player, best known for her 1955 single, "I'm Not Ashamed (Ugly Woman)". She was unusual for her time in that she sang lead and played guitar, backed by male performers.