Pastor Shirley Caesar Goes Viral in #UNameItChallenge 

Thanks to social media, a new generation has been introduced to Shirley Caesar, whose 20-year-old sermon has gone viral and received the remix treatment. Suggested Reading ‘Mean Ushers, Peppermints’ and 15 other Blackity-black Church Rules You Need to Know Ex-Cal State University Basketball Coach Accused of Pimping and More 13 Reasons Why 2026 Is Already…

Thanks to social media, a new generation has been introduced to Shirley Caesar, whose 20-year-old sermon has gone viral and received the remix treatment.

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Chances are you’ve probably seen the video, in which Caesar talks about beans, greens, potatoes and tomatoes, and you’ve probably seen the video remixed with Beyoncé dancing, or even Chris Brown.

Of course, people are getting even more creative with the videos:

Do yourself a favor today; search the #UNameItChallenge on social media and have a few laughs.

Also, someone probably should let Caesar know that she’s gone viral.

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