UNSPECIFIED - OCTOBER 18, 1964: American pianist and jazz singer Nina Simone performs October 18, 1964 in an unidentifed location. Simone, whose deep, raspy voice made her a unique jazz figure and later helped chronicle the civil rights movement, died in her sleep on April 21, 2003 of natural causes after a long illness. She was 70.
A large part of protests and celebrating Black pride is through music. These artists such as Billie Holiday, Sam Cooke, N.W.A., and others have honored and highlighted the overcomings of Black Americans through their words and have a special place in Black history.
Take a look at 10 songs that honor Black pride and protest:
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