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Popular White Songs That Were Surprisingly Written By Black People

Popular White Songs That Were Surprisingly Written By Black People

From old hits by Elvis Presley to new bops by Justin Bieber, Black writers have penned more than a handful of mainstream hit songs. Let’s take a look!
The Worst Events in the 100 Years of Black History Month

The Worst Events in the 100 Years of Black History Month

Exclusive: Touré Roberts, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

Exclusive: Touré Roberts, More Black Leaders, Celebs Share Life-Changing Lessons

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'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ Stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Dish on What It Takes to be True Bad Boys

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on 'The Piano Lesson,' Family and Legacy

Samuel L. Jackson, John David and Malcolm Washington on ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Family and Legacy

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Wayne Brady and Maile Brady Tell Us Who Choreographs Their Fun TikTok Dances

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

Morris Chestnut Tells Us What Song Always Gets Him to the Dance Floor and What You Better Not Bring to a Party at His House

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

3 Ways to Think Like a Businessman, According to Executive Walter Davis

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Black Folks With ADHD May Possess Superpowers, But There's So Much More You Should Know

Black Folks With ADHD May Possess Superpowers, But There’s So Much More You Should Know

ADHD has two signature super power characteristics: Pattern recognition and “hyperfocus,” both can benefit Black people navigating in this racist world. But wait, there’s another side to having ADHD.
Oscar-Nominee Michael B. Jordan's Best Movies, By Box Office

Oscar-Nominee Michael B. Jordan’s Best Movies, By Box Office

As the 2026 Oscars nears, we’re celebrating first-time nominee Michael B Jordan’s best movies by the box office!

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