Some songs have even become theme songs that have helped kickstart movements. That’s right. Not only has Black music been used to express pride and joy, but Black songs have also been used to ...

And what better way to do that than through music? From '70s soul to hip-hop, Black artists have created songs that not only depict their lives, but also inspire social change. Check out this list ...

And people are still adding new songs to that folk tradition, from Lauryn Hill's "Black Rage," to Kendrick Lamar's "Alright," a hip-hop song that emerged as a popular choice for people marching ...