(ThyBlackMan.com) Mary J. Blige isn’t just the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul—she’s an institution in R&B music. Her career, spanning over three decades, has given fans timeless classics that speak to love, heartbreak, triumph, and self-empowerment. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering her catalog in 2025, these ten essential ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The tension between Drake and Kendrick Lamar has been bubbling for years, but things took a dramatic turn when Kendrick performed his Grammy-winning diss track “Not Like Us” during the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The performance, a clear shot at the Toronto rapper, was one of the most ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Kendrick Lamar has proven time and again that his music is more than just art—it’s a cultural movement. With his deep lyrical prowess, cinematic storytelling, and ability to translate complex themes into gripping anthems, he’s now lending his talents to the Marvel Cinematic Universe once again. According to none ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) For millions of people, the Super Bowl is the most highly anticipated event of the year — in sports or otherwise. With all due respect to baseball fans, it is the culmination of America’s actual favorite pastime. (The numbers don’t lie.) For other people, the “big game” is simply ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Duke Ellington, a giant in jazz history, was more than just a composer and bandleader—he was a cultural architect whose music told the stories of Black excellence, struggle, and triumph. His compositions, spanning from the swing era to the avant-garde, remain deeply embedded in the fabric of American music. In ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists in hip-hop have embodied the spirit of Black history and culture as masterfully as Kendrick Lamar. Through intricate lyricism, powerful storytelling, and unflinching honesty, Kendrick’s music serves as a modern-day Black history book, detailing the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of the Black community. In 2025, when conversations ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists in music history embody resilience, raw talent, and cultural impact quite like Tina Turner. Born Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee, she shattered racial and gender barriers to become the undisputed Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her powerful voice, electrifying stage presence, and ability to reinvent herself ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Kendrick Lamar’s artistic dominance continues to break barriers, and now he can add another impressive accolade to his already legendary career. According to newly released statistics, the Compton-born rapper’s Super Bowl halftime performance on February 9 has become the most-watched in history, drawing in a staggering 133.5 million viewers. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Cardi B has never been one to hold back, and her latest rant proves that once again. The Bronx-born rap superstar recently took to Instagram Live to air out her frustrations about her Super Bowl experience, and the unexpected source of her anger? None other than former President Donald ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) (***) “In the beginning it was all about the music. Then it became all about other things,” says a former band member. That’s the path of many bright, famous musicians. Struggle. It’s all about the art. Breakthrough. Success. Excess. Downward spiral. Comeback. Fizzle under the weight of drugs, drink and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In an era where brand partnerships have become as valuable as record deals, GloRilla has reached a major milestone that further cements her as a rising icon. The Memphis rapper has become the first-ever joint ambassador for all four of Rihanna’s powerhouse brands: Savage X Fenty, Fenty Beauty, Fenty ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists have had the seismic impact on music and culture that Prince did. The Purple One wasn’t just a musician; he was a genre-defying force, a master of reinvention, and a revolutionary in the music industry. His ability to blend rock, funk, pop, R&B, and electronic sounds remains ...