Dropping Albums
This hit features the lyrics
“Ridin’ on a horse, ha
You can whip your Porsche
I been in the valley
You ain’t been up off the porch, now."
The name of this book, which would become a 2018 movie, is inspired by Tupac’s definition of “THUG LIFE”.
What is "The Hate U Give"?
Known as one of, if not the smartest characters in the Marvel universe, her technology has saved her brother T’Challa a time or two.
Who is Shuri?
With Anthony Anderson acting as Andre Johnson and Tracee Ellis Ross acting as Rainbow Johnson, this show is about Andre struggling to get a sense of his cultural identity while raising his 4 kids in a mainly white upper-middle-class neighborhood.
What is "Black-ish"?
This person became the first African American to play in the MLB for the Brooklyn Dodgers. His jersey number being #42.
Who is Jackie Robinson?
This rapper claims to have given Draaaaake his flow and also credits himself with paving the way for today’s rappers. This is his first hit, which involved flying like a superhero.
What is Soulja Boy's “Crank That"?
Born in St. Louis, this author/poet’s autobiography “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” was published in 1969.
Who is Maya Angelou?
This movie follows three African-American women who contributed crucial astronomical advancements to NASA.
What is "Hidden Figures"?
This animated show is mainly about 14-year-old Penny growing up and going through her teenage years alongside her grandma, Sugar mama, and her parents Trudy and Oscar Proud.
What is "The Proud Family"?
Recognized as "The First Lady of Civil Rights" this lady refused to give up her seat on a bus for a white man in Montgomery, Alabama.
Who is Rosa Parks?
Also known as Donald Glover, this artist won 3 MTV Video Music Awards in 2018, including the category of “Video with a Message” for this song.
What is Childish Gambino's "This Is America"?
Alice Walker wrote this book that would later be turned into an Oscar Nominated film starring Danny Glover and Whoopi Goldbergh.
What is "The Color Purple"?
This Black director is known for his psychological thrillers, horror movies, and comedy show co-starring Keegan-Michael Key.
Who is Jordan Peele?
Mr. Payne and his girlfriend, then wife, Gina’s relationship is the main focus in this show. As well as the escapades along with Gina’s best friend Pam and their friends Tommy and Cole.
What is "Martin"?
He's a very well-known minister and husband to Coretta Scott King. Known as one of the most influential leaders in the civil rights movement. This man was also arrested almost 30 times.
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
She won a Grammy for Best Rap Album in 2019, but she was first nominated in 2017 for this colorful hit.
What is Cardi B's “Bodak Yellow”?
She studied anthropology at Barnard College in 1928 and even worked as a staff writer for Paramount Studios, but Zora Neal-Hurston is probably best known for this book published in 1937.
What is "Their Eyes Were Watching God"?
This movie follows William O’Neal, who, after being offered a plea deal by the FBI, infiltrates an Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party to gather intelligence on Chairman Fred Hampton.
What is "Judas and the Black Messiah"?
With Terry Crews acting as Julius, this show shows the misadventures of a teenager in 1980’s Brooklyn. Jerome calls the main character “Li'l dude from across the street" and always asks him lemme hold a dollar.
What is "Everybody Hates Chris"?
This abolitionist was born into slavery. She is very well known for helping other African-Americans escape slavery using the Underground Railroad.
Who is Harriet Tubman?
This song is often referred to as the black national anthem.
(additional $50 for singing it)
What is "Lift Every Voice and Sing"?
Given political asylum by Cuba where she currently resides and long a target of the FBI for her work in the U.S., she writes about the experiences that led her to a life of activism in this 1988 autobiography.
Who is Assata?
This documentary by Ava DuVernay discusses America’s history of structural and interpersonal racism, focusing specifically on the way that the judicial system targets people of color.
What is "The 13th"?
Regina King is known as the voice actor of 8-year-old Riley Freeman. This animated sitcom is about Riley and Huey Freeman who moved from Chicago's South Side to the suburbs of Woodcrest and are adjusting to their new life and interactions with others.
What is "The Boondocks"?
Known as an American pro boxer and for his messages of black pride. Also known for the quote, “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.”
Who is Muhammad Ali?