Impact of Black Artists on American Music
American music is deeply rooted in Black innovation and creativity, with every major genre tracing its lineage to Black artists.
From country-western, which draws upon banjo music from Africa, to rock ‘n’ roll, first electrified by a Black woman in 1938, Black musicians have pioneered sounds that changed the course of popular music.
- Sister Rosetta Tharpe
- Tupac Shakur
- Fela Kuti, known for Afrobeat, which inspires contemporary stars like Burna Boy and Wizkid
American music, at its core, is inseparable from a history defined by reinvention and resilience.
Author's summary: Black artists redefine American music genres.
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