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Silent Superhero – Rafiya

July 29th, 2010 - By Candace Amos
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“Silent Superheroes” is a weekly column on Madame Noire, which showcases ordinary women doing superordinary things. Stay tuned for more topics, comment or write us at editors@madamenoire.com if you have suggestions!

Rafiya is a Philadelphia based Afro-Soul performer who spends her days immersed in masterful conversations with young crowds. That’s right, in true superhero form she operates a dual lifestyle — high school teacher by day, and soulful songbird at night. Her smooth and solid sound is comparable to India Arie and Les Nubians.

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