Opinion

James Weldon Johnson’s lyrics to “Lift Every Voice and Sing” have no meaning when sung by white people who can’t relate to the struggle. 
/ February 14, 2024
Cancel culture or the idea that Kanye should be held accountable for his antisemitism has become a strong headwind holding him back.
/ February 14, 2024
The big reveal at the end of the season finale left a whole lot of questions that the show is going to have to answer in season 4.
/ February 13, 2024
Part 1 of theGrio’s Black History Month series explores the myths, misunderstandings and mischaracterizations of America’s slaveholding past.
/ February 13, 2024
The agency behind the ad claims it had not seen the videos by a Black TikTok creator, but Black content is always mined for use.
/ February 12, 2024
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Several Super Bowl ads featured prominent stars from hip-hop, but Beyoncé made the most of her Verizon commercial by dropping new music.
/ February 12, 2024
75 years ago, the Grambling alum signed as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams and paved the way for hundreds of HBCU players.
/ February 9, 2024