Last week we spotlighted our favorite Black authors and titles, next up are the Black singers, musical groups, and songs that inspire us most.
Our favorite? No surprise, the most frequently mentioned artist is Beyoncé, including many mentions of Run the World.
Other popular Black artists and groups include:
Favorite songs by Black artists include:
- Doubt by Mary J. Blige
- Real Love by Mary J. Blige
- Greatest Love of All by Whitney Houston
- Four Women by Nina Simone
- Survivor by Destiny's Child
- I am Light by India Arie
Check out this inspiring music, and submit your own recommendations for our various curated lists by adding them via our form here,
Step Up Teen Programs Facilitator Jane (third from left) counts Chance the Rapper as her favorite Black music artist. Let us know in the comments below, and tell us about members of the Black community you admire via our form.




