The use of names in song lyrics has always been a popular choice for songwriters. The use of male names specifically is a technique to add a personal touch to a song and bring the lyrics to life. Whether it’s referencing a significant other, an important figure in their life, or even just a random
Ice has been a subject of fascination and inspiration for artists and musicians for generations. Whether it’s the beauty of a frozen lake or the power of a blizzard, ice has a unique ability to evoke emotions and evoke vivid imagery. From soothing ballads to upbeat dance tracks, the music industry has produced countless songs
Women empowerment is a topic that has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, as women around the world continue to fight for equal rights and opportunities. Music has always been a powerful tool for social and political activism, and songs about women empowerment are no exception. These songs celebrate the strength, resilience, and courage of
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By AFRO Staff Open My Heart Foundation’s recently honored heart and stroke survivors at the 8th Annual Red Dress Gala. The event was held at Martin’s Crosswinds on Saturday, Feb. 18th. The organization, founded by Florence Champagne, works year round to positively impact heart health disparities in the Black community via advocacy, support groups, and
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) announced the introduction of a pair of bills to commemorate the life and legacy of African American Mess Attendant Doris ‘Dorie’ Miller. During the attack on Pearl Harbor, Mess Attendant Miller manned an anti-aircraft gun and downed enemy planes, despite the fact that the racially segregated steward’s
By Marnita Coleman, Special to the AFRO Dubbed the “premier historian of Baltimore County,” the late Louis S. Diggs’ legacy consists of 13 books and an honorary membership to the Historical Society of Baltimore County. Diggs is founder of the Black Writers’ Guild of Maryland and founder of the Diggs-Johnson Museum in Woodstock, Md. In
By Drew Costley, The Associated Press, dcostley@ap.org WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency has reaffirmed the basis for a rule that requires “significant reductions” in mercury and other harmful pollutants from power plants, reversing a move late in former President Donald Trump’s administration to roll back emissions standards. The EPA said it found it
By Kenneth Lasson There was no Black History Month when the Baltimore Orioles returned to the modern-era Major Leagues in 1954– and only one player of color on the Opening Day roster. His name was Jehosie “Jay” Heard. A native of Athens, Ga., Heard (1920-1999) was a diminutive left-handed pitcher, standing all of five feet
By Svante Myrick It’s been a few weeks since a mess started boiling over in Florida with the rollout of the new AP African American Studies course, and no one involved is looking good: not the state Department of Education, not the College Board, and definitely not Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-Ga), who blasted the course