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27067 Power of words The power of words that are meant to inspire thousands, but touches the souls of millions. Music is a powerful form of Black Art.
Music has been a powerful form of art throughout history. Black women and men have gone through and are still going through tough times ranging from slavery, police brutality, poverty, and inequality. Why does music play an important part for black men and women? Music allows for African American artists to use their platform to voice their pain, struggle, and inspire people that know that there is still hope left. Music has been a powerful technique for creating social awareness throughout American history. Music simultaneously reflects trends, ideas, conditions in society, and inspires attitudinal progression and social change. When African Americans were slaves, music was a key source for coded messages about a place where slaves can find freedom. Music also helped them cope with the hard labors and gave them a sense of unity. Music after slavery began to tell the stories of inequality, police brutality, and poverty. Most leaders who stood up to these issues were either killed or beaten up. The words in music sent a powerful message not only to African Americans but, also, to other Americans. Music tells stories that can relate to many people and helps them understand issues that are going on. The words in music are powerful and for centuries, they have inspired many people to stand up and fight for what is right. Music is still continually growing and will always be a powerful piece of art.


 

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