Black History
This woman became the first Black female self-made millionaire through hair care products.
"Madam CJ Walker"
This fish is often fried whole or in nuggets, heavily seasoned, and served at church events and family cookouts.
"Catfish"
This Atlanta rapper helped popularize melodic trap, created the “Pluto” nickname, and has classic mixtapes like Monster and 56 Nights.
"Future"
SWBF
"Since we being funny"
This singer’s real name is Solána Rowe, and her album SOS broke streaming records.
SZA
This HBCU in Atlanta graduated leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Spike Lee.
"Morehouse College"
This dessert has layers of wafers, pudding, and bananas, but somehow tastes even better after sitting overnight in the fridge.
"Banana Pudding"
This rapper from Port Salerno, Florida went viral for his animated flow, hilarious ad-libs, and songs that sound like motivational speeches for hustlers. He’s known for tracks like Get In With Me and constantly talking about motion, money, and being “pressure.”
"Bossman D Low"
ICSYRN
"I can't stand you right now"
This artist became one of the faces of “toxic R&B” with songs like Trust Issues and Playing Games.
"Summer Walker"
This celebration marks the end of slavery in Texas and is now recognized as a federal holiday in the United States.
"JuneTeenth"
This pasta dish becomes a family argument every Thanksgiving because everyone thinks their version is the best.
Macaroni & Cheese
Before mainstream success, this Florida rapper released music under the name “J-Black” and became one of the defining voices of gritty Southern rap with a style that sounds equal parts pain, paranoia, and confidence. Known for projects like Project Baby 2 and songs like No Flockin, he frequently references Haitian culture and once said he’d rather be called an “artist” than just a rapper.
"Kodak Black"
YKWDEWAI
"You know what don't even worry about it"
Before becoming a major voice in modern R&B, this Louisville artist was balancing fatherhood and working at Papa John’s while uploading songs to SoundCloud. His breakout project blended singing and rap so well that many credit it with helping define the “trap soul” era.
"Bryson Tiller"
This athlete broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.
"Jackie Robinson"
This soul food staple is traditionally simmered for hours with smoked meat, and the leftover broth, often called “pot liquor,” is considered so valuable that some people drink it straight or soak cornbread in it.
"Collard Greens"
This Jacksonville rapper became respected for reflective street storytelling that feels more like diary entries than club records. Known for projects like Blessed, I Guess and Half Man, Half Vamp, he often raps about survivor’s guilt, loyalty, and trauma over soulful production instead of heavy trap beats.
"Lil Poppa"
IKMSAJGUAWA
"I know my stuff ain't just get up and walk away"
Before launching her solo career, this Los Angeles singer was marketed as the “cousin” of members of B2K during the early 2000s era. Years later, she became known for spiritual themes, airy vocals, and emotionally reflective albums like Souled Out and Chilombo, the latter earning multiple Grammy nominations.
"Jhene Aiko"
Before becoming one of boxing’s greatest champions, this athlete was born Cassius Clay.
"Muhammad Ali"
This barbecue staple is usually eaten with your hands, covered in sauce, and judged harshly if the meat “falls off the bone too easy.”
"BBQ ribs"
This artist from St. Petersburg, Florida blends pain-filled singing with rap and once said he makes music for people “going through real life.” He calls this music "Pain Music".
"Rod Wave"
YGOMT!
"You got one mo time!"
This artist from Toronto often sings about late-night heartbreak, released Trilogy, and performed at the Super Bowl halftime show
"The Weeknd"
Known as the “Black Wall Street” of America, this Oklahoma community was destroyed during a violent racial massacre in 1921.
"Tulsa Race Riot Massacre"
Once considered a cheap cut of meat, this slow-cooked dish became a luxury at many cookouts and family functions because of rising prices. This Caribbean dish i known for rich gravy and fall-off-the-bone tenderness, it’s often served over rice and argued over when somebody takes too many from the pot.
"Oxtails"
Before becoming one of YouTube’s most streamed artists, this rapper from New Orleans recorded music with a microphone bought from Walmart and named several projects after the number 38, a reference tied closely to his upbringing.
"NBA Youngboy"
WTGTDWTPOTIC
"What that got to do with the price of tea in China"
This Canadian R&B artist built a cult following through vulnerable storytelling and minimalist production, with breakout projects like Freudian. His stage name was inspired by a Roman ruler, and one of his most streamed songs features H.E.R. on a track many people mistake for a live recording because of its raw emotion.
"Daniel Ceaser"
This group of African American pilots served during World War II and became famous for escorting bomber planes with exceptional success.
"Tuskegee Airmen"
This controversial soul food dish requires an intense cleaning process before cooking, carries a smell strong enough to clear out a house during preparation, and is traditionally served during holidays despite splitting families into “absolutely yes” and “absolutely not” camps.
"Chitterlings"
Before changing her stage name, this Atlanta rapper won a reality competition created by Jermaine Dupri as a teenager. Years later, she turned a southern anthem with Mariah Carey sampling into a Grammy-nominated hit and became known for calling herself “The Biggest.”
"Latto"
ALYGSHT
"Act like you got some home training"
Before revealing her identity to the world, this California-born R&B artist built intrigue by performing in sunglasses and letting the acronym in her stage name speak for itself. She later won an Oscar for a song featured in Judas and the Black Messiah and played guitar at the Super Bowl before most casual fans even knew her real name was Gabriella.
"H.E.R."