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Chicago Sun-Times
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Lizzo’s ‘SNL’ tribute to Chicago-raised artist Annie Lee’s iconic ‘Blue Monday’ was ‘awe-inspiring,’ family says

Singer Lizzo paid tribute to Chicago artist Annie Lee’s “Blue Monday” painting during her performance on “Saturday Night Live.” (Lizzo photo by NBC; “Blue Monday” courtesy of Abe Ilo)

To many Black Americans, the image is instantly recognizable.

A blue bedroom, a Black woman in a delicate white nightgown rising from sleep. With one slipper on and slumped shoulders, it’s clear she’s exhausted, but still she rises.

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