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The tradition of dapping in the Black community was tested recently when I and another Black man failed in a way that let the ancestors down.
We make kids apologize in an attempt to teach them accountability. Why does that seem to become so difficult when we’ve grown up?
Two of Boyz II Men’s singers share the last name Morris so I just assumed they were brothers. In 2020, I found out that wasn’t true.
We’ve been waiting for one of hip-hop’s best rappers to respond to a diss from one of hip-hop’s best artists, and finally we got action!
Some albums, including Usher’s “Confessions,” on streaming services are different from the original version and have changed the experience.
Diarra from Detroit, the true-crime-romantic-dramedy series set in Detroit, is tomfoolery and heart, and I absolutely love it.
9 thoughts about Beyoncé’s latest release, ‘Cowboy Carter’ — a Beyoncé album with some country tunes
OPINION: Beyoncé’s eighth solo studio album is a fun ride through several genres that demonstrates that all music is Black music.
OPINION: The debut collaborative album of Murs and 9th Wonder was a clinic in storytelling and world-building with lyrics and music.
When “Madvillainy” dropped in March 2004, hip-hop heads swore it was the greatest thing since sliced bread, and we were not wrong.
My 3-year-old doesn’t suffer fools when it comes to getting his way. And he is adamant about letting all who obstruct his kingdom know.
I don’t know why I have so much paranoia about being wrongly accused of stealing from a store. Is it because I’m Black? Yes. Yes it is.
While my level of fame doesn’t match up to actual celebrities, Amazon’s Alexa answers questions about me and that’s good enough for my kids.
While very few probably know the true origins of Black community staples, it’s always fun to provide a possible history.
Starz announced the prequel series we’ve all asked for: ‘Power: Origins’ — the Ghost and Tommy story
If the new series about the early days of Ghost and Tommy is as good as the series about Kanan, we’re in for another thrilling Queens story.
De La Soul’s debut album “3 Feet High & Rising” (featuring Prince Paul) was a game-changer in 1989 that still feels unique 35 years later.
Nelly was on “The Shop” talking about success at the Grammys and made the bold claim about how competitive it was for a rapper in the aughts.
MC Hammer’s most edgy album, “Funky Headhunter,” came with some controversy over his image and a legendary Speedo.
Trying to plan a day of shuffling kids from points A through Z is often an exercise in futility and has me, again, appreciating my parents.
The Harlem duo made it to the height of success and with one statement, changed the way the Black community was able to pull itself together.
“Mea Culpa,” the latest Netflix film by Tyler Perry stars Kelly Rowland, Trevante Rhodes and a breakout star — paint. Exciting.