The original post: /r/todayilearned by /u/Ill_Definition8074 on 2024-10-08 05:24:55.

Original Title: TIL Ruth Brown, a 1950s R & B superstar had her earnings withheld by her record company. She then spent several years working low paying jobs until making a comeback in 1976. She used her newfound fame to fight for musicians to receive royalties for their music.