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Mavis Staples

3 months

I’m so excited to share my new single “Worthy” written and produced by @MNDR . It’s a pick-me-up song – it’s a celebration, and you can’t help but move. listen:

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

4 years

I’m relieved to have received my 2nd dose of the covid vaccination, and feeling fine. I encourage everyone to get yours as soon as you have the opportunity ❤️

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

I've lost another sister but I am so thankful for all the wonderful memories that we have had. I will love you always Re.

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5 years

80 years ago today I was brought into this beautiful world. With a mixture of hard work, guidance, ❤️ from my family & friends, I have been able to accomplish so much in my life & am honored that I get to share it with you. Let’s celebrate! More photos at

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5 years

Getting ready to throw out the first pitch at today’s @Cubs vs @Pirates game ⚾️ How’s my form?

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Mavis Staples

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4 years

Extremely excited for you all to hear this on June 5th. Thanks for including me @runjewels .

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

Honored to be a part of my great friend’s new record ‘Wasteland, Baby!’ @Hozier

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

79 years is made all the more special by the love and well wishes I've received today! 🎉💖🤗😘🤗😘💗🎉

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

I'm not saying exactly how many years ago this picture was taken 😂 @StephenAtHome @nickkroll #PuberMe #PuertoRicoRelief ❤️ 🇵🇷

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Hi!!! 😘

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Today I celebrate all of the women who came before me and all who will make their mark after me. You are beautiful, you are strong 💕 #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2019 (📸 @Danny_Clinch )

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Mavis Staples

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2 years

Well dang! Thanks @RollingStone for the honor! Full article here:

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Current view! I’m coming to your 📺 tomorrow on @TheEllenShow with my friend @Hozier . Peep my story on @instagram to see my super fun day! Xoxox 😍🤩😘

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Mavis Staples

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4 years

We're going to broadcast my 80th birthday show taped last year from LA! All proceeds will benefit @newportfestsorg , which not only produces the @Newportfolkfest but also does lots of great work supporting musicians & music education programs across the US.

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

aw shucks 😊

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

SO FUN ❤️ Thanks for having me!

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Is there anything @mavisstaples can’t do? 🙌

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Mavis Staples

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4 years

This Saturday night at midnight. Catch me with @runjewels as they perform RTJ4 in full on @adultswim . And then make sure you vote!

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Mavis Staples

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1 year

“Only precious memories” Photo credit unknown April 26, 2005 The Theatre At Madison Square Garden

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Mavis Staples

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4 years

. @runjewels 4 is out now - FREE on their website and available everywhere you listen to music.

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

You can't stop me. You can't break me. I'm too loving. These songs are going to change the world. #IfAllIWasWasBlack

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

I’m still here and I’ve got something to say. 9.11.2017 #IfAllIWasWasBlack

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Missing and thinking of you, I know Heaven is rejoicing and celebrating your birthday 🎶🎶 Love you always-

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

New phone. Who dis? #SoundOn

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6 years

My friend @Hozier and I made a stop at @TheEllenShow show to perform 'Nina Cried Power'! 📽:

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Yesterday @DeltaState

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Mavis Staples

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2 years

My DMs are open @FIJIWater 😉

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Excited to announce my new album ‘We Get By’ coming out May 10th on @antirecords . This record was produced by my good friend @BenHarper and I can’t wait to share what we’ve been up to. Listen to the first single “Change” and pre-order the record here:

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

My new record is out today!! Thank you to @BenHarper and everyone who made this release possible. Have a listen and let me know what you think 🖤Get ‘We Get By’ here: “No matter what happens I’ll be there for you. We get by.”

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Been rehearsing for my NYC birthday show tomorrow and ran into these handsome fellas! Love the new music you’re putting out, keep it up ⭐️

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

1 year

I’m floating on Cloud 9, thanks to all of my friends, relatives, and fans, for so many uplifting birthday wishes. I am still overjoyed from your kindness. Love, Mavis ©️Montreux Jazz Festival 2023

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Stayed an extra day in the wonderful city of NOLA to see my dear friend @MsGladysKnight 😘❤️👑

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Just found out I was nominated for Artist of the Year at the 2019 Americana Honors & Awards! Can you believe it?! Blessed to be nominated alongside such beautiful creatures @brandicarlile @RhiannonGiddens @KaceyMusgraves ⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Happy Father’s Day, Pops! Thanks for being such a great role model for me and my siblings, and a best buddy for Bigfoot here 🐕 💕

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

Unforgettable evening with @Hozier at Love Rocks NYC a couple nights ago. #loverocksnyc 📸 Kim Mancuso

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

It meeeee 🙃 📸 @kickeventphotography

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

3 years

Follow me on TikTok @mavis_staples_ 🤠

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

So where are the keys to my car? 😂 Thanks @GlastoFest !! ❤️

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

7 years

This picture isn’t from today. 🤪

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

💅🏾 💄

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Mavis Staples

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1 month

Summer of Mavis 🤝 Hozier 🤝 Charli XCX !

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

this was soooo much fun with my guurl dolly!! 🤩

Dolly Parton

@DollyParton

6 years

Happy Sunday, y'all! I'm sharing a few clips leading up to the release of #Dumplin ! Here's the first one, 'Wonder Why' featuring @mavisstaples ! Just tweet to unlock the song & video! 💗

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

Feeling the love in #804 .

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

1 month

Thank you @ForbesWomen for included me in this year’s Forbes 50 Over 50. It’s such an honor! ❤️ And the biggest congratulations to all the other women creating an impact. See the full list: #forbesover50

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

3 years

Late night party with @prince in ‘94… Get your house in order!

bArON3121

@Baron3121

3 years

can we get @mavisstaples 2 sing one more • MA - VIS • MA - VIS • MA - VIS • welcome 2 the powerhouse • House in Order • the Steeles • the Hornheadz #NPG #PRINCE #PRINCE4EVER O(+>

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

I’m excited to be part of @SherylCrow ’s new record, Threads, which is out today. I love you Sheryl! 🖤 #Threads

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

3 years

50 years since we cut I’ll Take You There! Time flies #FlashbackFriday

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

9 years

my gurls Bonnie & Brittany were holding it DOWN at the #GRAMMYs tonight--you go with your bad selves! :) @TheBonnieRaitt @Alabama_Shakes

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Mavis Staples

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3 years

2 new shows just added--this weekend y'all! @brandicarlile called me in to perform this Sat Sept 11 & Sun Sept 12 at @RedRocksCO All I need is a little bit of oxygen for that mile-high altitude. Gonna be big fun! Tix at

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Looking forward to performing at the @RecordingAcad salute to my friend Prince.

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

always have big fun with @waitwait proud to be one of their best-of moments #decade #notmyjob #butimgoodatit ☺️

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

Heading into the weekend like...

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7 years

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

Just finished up some promo in London. Now taking a moment to breathe in the fresh London air and chill. Such a great day!

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

Making President @BarackObama ’s Favorite Music of 2019 list has me feeling like... 💫 @MichelleObama @BenHarper

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

Nice shirt Keith! 🙃

Keith Richards

@officialKeef

6 years

Bonjour Marseille🇫🇷

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

my friend @JeffTweedy wrote some beautiful words that I was lucky enough to sing. big congrats to him on his grammy nomination today for best american roots song for “build a bridge” @RecordingAcad

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

SO many great friends are coming out to participate in the very special MAVIS & FRIENDS shows this May! I am honored to celebrate my 80th birthday with all of them. Get your tickets at More friends to be announced. Oooh I can’t wait❣️ #MavisandFriends

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7 years

#mysquad

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

I’m thrilled to announce my new album ‘Live in London’ - recorded from my show on my 79th birthday at London’s Union Chapel. 😎 Watch the live performance of my first single “No Time For Cryin’” and pre-order the record, out 2/08/19, all at

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

For me to now come back to receive the @rockhall Honors tribute is just beyond belief & I know my father, Pops Staples, would be so proud. I am thrilled that they would think to honor me with this, & I can't wait for the event on 9/20 at @playhousesquare !

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

let’s do it again... 🎤🎼

9Gem

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6 years

They'll take you there! @MarenMorris @ChrisStapleton @mavisstaples #CMAawards

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

7 years

Sunday 🤗

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

I met @Hozier at @Newportfolkfest in 2014. The first time we got to sing together is on this song. Listen to it here:

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6 years

🙂💕😘

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

👀 it me! #IfAllIWasWasBlack

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Mavis Staples

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5 years

Brewing up something with my friend @NRateliff ! - @wfuv

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

So glad my friend @hozier joined me on stage today! I am incredibly excited for next week. 😍💕🤩💋✨✨✨ 📸: Darren McLoughlin

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

I must be the happiest girl in the world... Celebrate 80 with me and my friends! May 09 at @ApolloTheater in New York City May 15 at @TheRyman in Nashville May 22 at @theatre_acedtla in Los Angeles Tickets go on sale this Friday

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

oh my lord they went to the vault for this one y'all! and yes i was making records as a small child 😇🤣😂

VMP

@VinylMePlease

6 years

Read the new Liner Notes for @mavisstaples self-titled debut LP.

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Mavis Staples

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4 years

All In It Together. Out Now. All proceeds will be donated to @mbmhmc – a Chicago organization ensuring seniors have access to the essentials needed to fight COVID-19. Listen & donate: @AntiRecords @JeffTweedy

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

What a beautiful honor to be the very first recipient of the #RockHallHonors award! 💜 @rockhall

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

29 days

Thank you to all who have listened to my newest single, “Worthy.” It’s a pick-me-up song celebrating both the good times and the tough moments — and when you listen, I hope it makes you wanna get up and move. Take a listen now at @AntiRecords

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

7 years

Happy Birthday to my first love Bobby Be ready, this time I'm proposing ❤️💍🎉

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Had a wonderful time performing alongside @katyperry at such an important event like #SilenceTheViolence . Much thanks to @LynchFoundation for hosting a such special evening.

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

4 years

Mavis and @NorahJones were nominated by @RecordingAcad for their song 'I'll Be Gone' as Best American Roots Performance. 🎉 If you haven't heard it yet, find it on Norah's latest album 'Pick Me Up Off the Floor (Deluxe Edition).' Listen here: #GRAMMYs

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Magical time in Nashville at @theryman last night! Love and appreciation to everyone who came you to celebrate 80 with me ✨See you next week for the last Mavis & Friends show, LA. @Newportfolkfest #Mavis80

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Mavis Staples

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3 years

@JasonIsbell Thank you Jason, Donny sure was a gift to us all

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Mavis Staples

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7 years

Sup Saint Paul? 😝

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6 years

🙂

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7 years

😘

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Mavis Staples

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6 years

I love you too Emmylou. 📸: @taylorehill

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

9 months

I’m excited to announce that I’ve collaborated with award-winning poet Carole Boston Weatherford & illustrator Steffi Walthall to tell my story to children. My picture book memoir will be released on the eve of my 85th birthday (July 9th)! Pre-order at

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

7 years

Landed in Toulouse, France. I've got the night off to celebrate my 29th birthday! ;)

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

Proud of @Hozier and his #1 album this week! Thank you for having me on the record. Congrats dear friend 💙 @billboard

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

4 years

Can't wait to play @Cubs Wrigley next summer with my good friends @ChrisStapleton and @TheHighwomen .

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

I am so honored and excited to have been named @LivingBlues Female Blues Artist of the Year!!!!!🎉💃🎉 Check out the full list of winners here!!! Less

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

6 years

awww thanks Jimmy we had big fun!! @Hozier

The Tonight Show

@FallonTonight

6 years

Tonight Show Music Break: @Hozier ft. @mavisstaples performs "Nina Cried Power" for Studio 6B!

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Mavis Staples

@mavisstaples

5 years

It’s always a pleasure to spend time with @Hozier and I was thrilled when he invited me to guest on his Cry Power Podcast, which is available to listen to now: