5 Songs By Black Artists That Need To Be On Your Radar

The past seven days have been filled with pain, loss and unity as the fight for change continues. Since music is a way to connect the world, and it’s communities, we have chosen five powerful tracks that dives into what it means to be black in a world full of prejudice. These are just five out of the many songs that beautifully represent black talent and art. Listen to all our selects below

Solange ft. Lil Wayne – ‘Mad’ 

Solange and Lil Wayne’s track ‘Mad’ is a song that perfectly describes the privilege that non-black people have within today’s society. Between the thoughtful lyricism, vocals and song’s insightful outro ‘Mad’ is a record that needs to be heard during these trying times. 

Kendrick Lamar – ‘Alright’ 

‘Alright‘ is a track that holds an empowering message of overcoming strife and oppression by remembering that in the end – we’ll be alright. The lyrics are beautifully showcased in the video below. If you haven’t listened to Kendrick Lamar’s ‘To Pimp A Butterfly’, please listen to the record here...

Childish Gambino – ‘This Is America’

Childish Gambino’s record ‘This Is America’ left people speechless when it dropped in 2018, and the impactful single continues to leave a mark with it’s accompanying visual and Gambino’s insightful words. 

Beyoncé ft. Kendrick Lamar – Freedom 

This sorrowful collaboration between some of music’s biggest superstars highlights the pain and struggles faced by black people, regardless of their nationality. A (sometimes painful) must-listen as the world changes.

Dave – Black 

Released last year, this black British anthem rings true as ever. Diving deep into racism in the UK and around the world , Dave’s lyrics strain the heart and let you know: you’re heard, but there’s work to be done.