The World of Nat King Cole

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"The World of Nat King Cole" (1919-65), including his fight against racism in the entertainment industry. Also: his musical origins as a young Chicago jazz pianist; clips of him singing "Mona Lisa," "Too Young" and "It's Only a Paper Moon."

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