Black Mom Sayings
"I ain't one of your...
What is "little friends"?
This social justice movement became the largest in US history with over 20 million people participating all over the country after the death of George Floyd.
What is "Black Lives Matter/BLM"?
The 2017 Jordan Peel horror movie about a young black man Chris that goes to visit his white partner Rose's family and to his surprise, disturbing discoveries lead him to the horrifying truth of her family.
What is "Get Out"?
"If you can't stand the heat..."
"...get out the kitchen!"
A common violent thing Black People do when they laugh.
What is, "hitting something/someone"?
A common phrase your mama might say after you start crying.
What is "Stop crying before I give you something to cry about"?
The first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans.
Who is “Ruby Bridges”?
"Gimme back my necklace!!.....Cause it's mine...and it means something to me!"
What is "ATL"?
"A hard head...
"...makes a soft A**."
What is, "plastic"?
Respond to this statement: "OOOO, let's stop at McDonald's!"
What is "do you got McDonalds money?"
This Black Greek letter organization, the oldest of its kind, was founded at Howard University in 1908.
What is "Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc./AKAs"?
In ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ Uncle Phil threw this person out of the house on multiple occasions.
Who is Jazz?
"I ain't get no sleep cause of y'all....
"...y'all not gone get no sleep cause of me!"
When you are not feeling well, you should drink this drink with some crackers on the side.
What is "Ginger Ale"?
A phrase your mother might say before you step foot in a Walmart, Target, or any department store.
What is "Don't touch nothing, Don't look at nothing, don't ask for nothing!"/any variation?
Born in Columbus, this black female gymnast is the most decorated in U.S. History.
Who is "Simone Biles"?
A TV show where emerging hip-hop artists are given the opportunity to work with a famous producer that Latto was featured on as a teenager.
What is, "The Rap Game"?
"I ain't scared of no PO PO!..."
"CALL THE PO PO H*E! CALL THE PO PO H*E!"
This fun and upbeat dance, created in 1976, is a staple at all black weddings, family reunions, and funerals.
What is "the Electric Slide"?
A character your mom might refer herself to if she feels like you think she is dumb, stupid, or small-minded.
Who is BooBoo the Fool?
Shamed for her unmarried and pregnant status, this was the FIRST black woman to stage an anti-segregation sit-in.
Who is "Claudette Colvin"?
A black film focused on the life of Chiron, a young black boy growing up in Miami and his epic journey of manhood, guided by the love and hardships of his community. Awarded an Oscar in 2017.
What is "Moonlight"?
"God is good all the time...
"... and All the time...God is good!"
A expression that suggests a black person doesn't age or look as old as they are.
What is "Black don't crack"?