Black Voices, American Stories: Songs That Still Speak to the Soul of the Nation
Celebrate America's 250th by understanding the complexities of Black American patriotism through powerful music and history.

This year, America celebrates its semiquincentennial. However, Black Americans’ patriotism is still complicated. As our freedoms continue to be challenged by an administration determined to hold on to power at any cost, the fight continues.
In the playlist below, we highlight songs that honor the resilience of the Black American experience. From the Civil Rights movement to today, Black voices continue to shape the conscience of our culture.
