Women’s History Month: 25 Classic Albums For and By Black Women
These are the albums that have given voice to the joy, pain and the essence of black womanhood from the 1960s to now. Although there are some great artists not represented here (The Supremes, Sade, Queen Latifah), these are the 25 albums that made everyone stop and pay attention. From Aretha to Aaliyah to Alicia, these albums make a defining statement and each represents a watershed moment in black music. –ro music |
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25. The Diary of Alicia Keys by Alicia Keys (2003) Songs In A Minor proved Alicia Keys’ commercial viability and introduced a generation of teenage girls to a new singer-songwriter icon. This soulful, thoughtful set of songs brought to life by the singer’s relatable vulnerability made Ms. Keys’ strongest statement as an artist. |