(ThyBlackMan.com) Gloria Gaynor’s contributions to music extend far beyond the disco era that first catapulted her to fame. While “I Will Survive” remains her most iconic hit, Gaynor’s broader catalog reveals a versatile artist capable of delivering both emotionally charged ballads and rhythm-driven anthems. Her voice—confident, expressive, and unmistakably soulful—has ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When I think about gospel music that truly shaped lives, The Clark Sisters are always front and center in my mind. Their voices aren’t just powerful—they’re anointed. Their harmonies? Flawless. But beyond their vocal talent, it’s their message that has carried people through some of the darkest and most ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Toni Braxton has always had a way of reaching into your soul with just a few notes. Whether you were crying over a breakup, falling in love, or just riding around late at night thinking about life, chances are, a Toni Braxton song was part of your soundtrack. Her ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When most people think of Prince, their minds immediately go to the global hits—”Purple Rain,” “When Doves Cry,” “1999,” and “Kiss.” And fair enough—those songs helped shape pop culture. But if you’ve ever taken the time to really dig through his discography, you already know there’s so much more ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something about Will Downing’s voice that feels like a conversation between old friends. It’s warm, wise, and effortlessly smooth—like a glass of red wine at the end of a long day. For over three decades, he’s carved out his own lane in the world of R&B and soul, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If you’ve ever needed a gospel song to carry you through a tough season or lift your spirit when words failed, there’s a good chance John P. Kee has already been that voice for you. For decades, he’s been one of gospel music’s most trusted storytellers—able to reach the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Beyoncé has built a legacy not only as a global performer but as a storyteller who captures the many dimensions of love with remarkable depth and honesty. Her love songs aren’t simply melodic declarations—they’re emotional blueprints that trace the complexities of affection, intimacy, vulnerability, and healing. Whether portraying the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Gwen McCrae had a voice that could stop you mid-conversation and make you listen. Maybe it was the way she wrapped each note in emotion, or how she made every lyric feel lived-in—like a page torn from her own diary. When she sang about love, you didn’t just hear ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I have been a fan of Tom Cruise’s movies for decades — going all the way back to “Taps” and “The Outsiders.” Much like Brad Pitt and George Clooney, Cruise decided not to rely solely on his good looks to draw fans. In his younger years, he often played ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something special about rediscovering an artist whose music you might’ve danced to in your auntie’s living room or heard on the radio during those long summer drives. For me, Pebbles is one of those artists. She had the kind of style and presence that demanded attention—but it was ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) When people talk about late ‘80s and early ‘90s R&B, Al B. Sure! doesn’t always get the credit he deserves—but he should. With that unmistakable falsetto, slick production, and a knack for making love songs that felt personal and real, he helped shape what we now recognize as the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Angela Winbush has always felt like one of those artists you discover at just the right time—when you’re looking for truth in your music, something that doesn’t just sound good but means something. Whether you found her through a dusty vinyl record, a radio slow jam, or by scrolling ...