Everyday Slang
If someone says "Say less," They mean this
What is " I understand/ Got it?
This Motown group sang "My girl"
Who are the temptations.
Every kitchen had one of these bags stuffed full of others bags.
What is the plastic grocery bag bag?
Finish this phrase: " God is good..."
All the Time
No holiday meal is complete without this pasta dish
What is Macaroni and cheese?
If someone is "salty," they're feeling this way
What is bitter, mad , or jealous?
This "Queen of soul" demanded R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
Who is Aretha Franklin
On wash day (hair) you heard this sizzling on the stove
What is a hot comb?
This may be said in service during service when the pastor preaches a good word
What is " Amen" or " Tell it".
This leafy green vegetable , often simmered with smoked turkey or ham hocks is a soul food staple.
What is collard greens.
To "throw shade" means to do this
What is disrespect or insult someone?
Known as the "Prince of Motown," This singer gave us classics like " Lets get it on" and "Whats going on"
Who is Marvin Gaye
Before tupperware, the best leftovers were stored in these old tubs.
What is Country Crock/ butter containers
In many black churches when someone needs to quietly excuse themselves during service, they do this as a sign of respect.
What is raise their finger in the air?
This traditional southern dish is made with pig intestines and is often served with hot sauce.
What are chitlins?
If someone is "thirsty," they're acting this way.
What is desperate for attention or affection.
This queen of disco sang "Last Dance" and "Bad Girls"
Who is Donna Summers
You used this hair grease growing up
What is blue magic?
If the deacon says " Every head bowed, every eye closed," it means this is about to happen.
What is prayer.
At the cookout this side dish is so serious that not everybody is trusted to make it.
What is potato salad.
If someone says " That's cap," they mean this.
What is that's a lie/ Not true
This soul singer gave us hits like superstition and sir Duke during the 70's
At the cook out this line dance is must be played at least once.
What is the electric slide?
When someone says "Wont He do it?" the response is usually...
"Yes he will"
This type of fish is most often fried up at cookouts and family gatherings, usually served with hot sauce.
What is catfish?