(ThyBlackMan.com) Gladys Knight’s legacy as the “Empress of Soul” is cemented not only by her powerhouse voice but also by her ability to make every lyric feel like lived experience. While her catalog includes numerous gospel-inspired, socially aware, and funky numbers, it is her love songs that continue to define ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The O’Jays stand as one of the most defining groups in soul and R&B history. Rising from the streets of Canton, Ohio, and cementing their legend under the Philadelphia International Records label, the group created music that blended rich harmonies with lyrics that spoke to both personal emotion and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “I think it’s worth it to have a cost of, unfortunately, some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the second amendment to protect our other God-given rights. That is a prudent deal. It is rational.” – Charlie Kirk April 5, 2023 Political flamethrower Charlie Kirk was shot dead ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Prince Rogers Nelson’s music was always about more than rhythm and hooks—it was about emotion. He could transform love into an anthem, heartbreak into poetry, and desire into a symphony. While the world knows his blockbuster singles, the true magic of Prince lies in his ability to capture the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Most Americans grow up with the following maxim: “Socialism is bad.” This is despite the fact that relatively few of us actually know what the term means. Socialism is an expansive concept that encompasses a range of economic, political and social philosophies. This notwithstanding, Americans usually have a reflexively ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I started out this year, 2025, in Chicago, honored to give the Martin Luther King Day address at Reverend Jesse Jackson’s big gathering. The timing was unforgettable. As I stepped to the podium on the South Side, Donald Trump was taking the oath of office in Washington, D.C. His inaugural ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Bad things are happening in the world, and a close examination reveals that many of these bad things are happening because people are consumed with fear. Of course, coercion has succeeded over the centuries because the victims were consumed with fear, not wanting their secret (often embarrassing or disgusting) ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Bill Withers remains one of the most timeless voices in soul and R&B history. While his most celebrated tracks—like Ain’t No Sunshine, Lean on Me, and Lovely Day—are permanent fixtures in the cultural soundtrack, his catalog is far richer than the handful of songs everyone knows. To explore Withers ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “Stupid” That was the word Trump used to describe himself for not grabbing the money and running for his business interests during his first term. He made it clear that he wouldn’t be that dub again. He wasted no time in rushing to correct his ‘mistake.” He hosted packs ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Patti LaBelle has never been just a singer—she’s been a cultural voice, a bridge between generations, and a living reminder of how Black artistry can shape the American story. Beyond her Grammy-winning songs and unforgettable live performances, her words often capture truths that go beyond the stage. Each quote ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When most people think of James Brown, they remember the Godfather of Soul as the architect of funk, the tireless showman, and the revolutionary force who redefined rhythm. But tucked throughout his career are some of the most enduring love songs ever recorded in soul music. Before he was ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I am pretty sure the “End of Democracy” is when nobody is allowed to disagree with you. Today, I was reminded of this the hard way when I was made aware of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. I have not had this feeling, or felt like this, since Thursday, ...