Pauline Black, iconic lead singer of the ska band The Selecter, shares her remarkable journey from an adopted mixed-race child in 1960s Romford to a pioneering musician. Facing racism and personal traumas, including childhood abuse, she found solace in music and self-expression. Known for her blunt humor and distinctive style, Black reflects on her impactful role in the 2-Tone music scene, marked by her leadership in a multicultural band. Now, she presents her life story in a documentary, aiming to portray her experiences authentically, which stems from her complicated upbringing and personal struggles.
I was never going to be a nice little white girl, says Pauline Black, singer with the ska band the Selecter and a woman with an amazing personal story to tell.
Black was adopted as a baby and at that time in Romford racism was everywhere. It would come at you like a slap.
Today, she is still rocking her 70s rude girl look: the sharp boy's suits and pork pie hats.
Given everything in her personal history, you can see why she wants to tell it her way.
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