Black Girl Magic
This queen’s Grammy count is above and BEYond any other female in music.
Beyonce Knowles-Carter
While this 4 time champion is the KING on the court he has also taken his talents to the community by opening the “I Promise” school with a mission to positively impact students through education and healthy living.
Lebron James
James Weldon Johnson wrote this rallying cry for perseverance and social justice and coined it “The Black National Anthem.”
Life Every Voice
This rhythmic and rhyming style of music was developed by African Americans and Latinos in inner cities to express creativity and tell stories from their perspective.
Hip Hop/Rap
If you GOOGLE Bob Allison, Jim Anderson, and Adam Berlew you’ll learn that they are all black executives for this internet search engine.
She is the first black woman to OWN a multimedia production company and TV studio.
Oprah Winfrey
This KING lead the Civil Rights Movement and is the only African American birthday recognized as a federal holiday.
Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Human rights activist who was a prominent figure during the civil rights movement. He was a vocal advocate for black empowerment By Any Means Necessary.
Malcom X
Bonus: What is is birth name?
During this cultural revival centered in Harlem, New York, African Americans showcased their creativity solidifying the influence that black culture will forever have on pop culture.
The Harlem Renaissance
Bonus: Name any person, style, or form of expression from this time.
Rosalind G. Brewer is the President and Cheif Operating Officer of this STAR coffee chain.
Starbucks
This woman was in her bag and became America’s first self-made millionaire by laying edges and slaying heads with her haircare products for woman of color.
Madame C.J. Walker
This KING of the Ring was a 3 time Heavy Weight Champion of the World and risked his career and possible jail time in the name of social justice and equality.
Muhammad Ali
Bonus: What is his birth name?
Though he died at 25 as a result of his controversial lifestyle, he was determined to use his voice to make CHANGES. He left his legacy in his lyrics with songs like “Keep Your Head Up,” and “Dear Mama,” addressing social issues that still plague inner cities today.
Tupac Shakur
As of 2021 this celebration held on June 19th to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US, became a national holiday.
Juneteenth
Bonus points: What city were the last slaves freed from and the celebration began in?
As a Chief Officer, Amanda Clark is one of the big PAPAs at this pizza chain.
Papa Johns Pizza
This island gal is the wealthiest female in music with $1.7 billion dollars. Her voice isn't the only talent under her UMBRELLA-ELA-ELA-EYE, she's earned most of her wealth through her fashion and cosmetic companies.
Rhianna
Bonus: What is her cosmetic company name?
This emperor of Mali’s name literally translates to “King of Kings.” Under his rule of this great African country, Mali became one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Forbes named him the richest man of all time.
Mansa Musa
The film titled, "SHIRLEY" to be released later this year, will highlight this outspoken feminist and pioneer who became the first African-American and first woman candidate for president in 1972.
Shirley Chisholm
This cuisine deliciously merged cooking techniques of West Africa, Western Europe, and the Americas and originated as a way enslaved Africans passed their traditions to their descendants once they were brought to the US.
Soul Food
G. Scott Uzzell is calling shots and collecting CHECKS as President and Chief Executive Officer at this top sports apparel company.
NIKE