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What is the Black National Anthem? History explored as Lift Every Voice and Sing Super Bowl performance sparks social media frenzy

Ledisi, who is a Grammy Award-winning singer cum songwriter, delivered her rendition of Lift Every Voice and Sing at the Super Bowl today, sparking a frenzy on social media.

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Did you hear the 'Black national anthem' during the Super Bowl? It's celebrating 125 years

Before 'The Star Spangled Banner' was the national anthem, 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' was the Black national anthem. This year, it turns 125

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MAGA Outraged by Super Bowl Black National Anthem Performance

The hymn was performed at this year's Super Bowl in New Orleans by the Louisiana-born singer Ledisi, sparking backlash from prominent right-wing commentators and MAGA, including Charlie Kirk and the social media account End Wokeness, both of whom decried the inclusion of the anthem.

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Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths

Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Historian and author Carter ...

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Who sang the longest national anthem in Super Bowl history? See who still holds the record

Alongside Batiste is singer Ledisi, who will sing the Black national anthem ... Alicia Keys has the longest Super Bowl national anthem performed in history. The 17-time Grammy Award winner ...

Timberwolves Celebrate Black History Night on February 3

The Minnesota Timberwolves will celebrate Black History Night on Monday, Feb. 3 when the Timberwolves host the Sacramento ...

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6-year-old violinist to make history at Bucks game this weekend

Victoria is set to become the youngest African American musician to perform the Black National Anthem at a Milwaukee Bucks ...

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