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(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something timeless about a Nas record. The moment that beat drops and his voice cuts through the track, you know you’re not just listening — you’re entering a world. His flow rides like jazz, his lyrics hit like gospel, and the message? Always deeper than the surface. Nas ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Are you prepared? Prepared for what you ask? The inevitable of course! Understanding what is inevitable (an unavoidable thing that is certain to happen), will help us address what it is we all have to deal with – Challenges! Challenges are a part of life. There is no escaping ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) At least six congressional Republicans are demanding a radical fix in the 2017 tax law targeting residents of high-income states. If they don’t get it, they may sink Donald Trump’s tax-and-spending package, his “one big beautiful bill.” And who can blame these reps from New York, New Jersey and ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Much ado has been made of the first one hundred days of Donald Trump’s second term. What exactly have we learned, if anything, and what can we extrapolate from these first few months of the Trump administration? First, we see Trump is much more active writing Executive Orders, governing by ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When you talk about legends in the rap game, Jay-Z isn’t just in the conversation—he’s the blueprint. From corner hustler to corporate boss, Hov has moved through the culture like a chess master, always three steps ahead. His pen? Sharp. His flow? Effortless. And his catalog? Deep enough to ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) In a disturbing yet not entirely surprising development, rapper Tory Lanez—real name Daystar Peterson—has reportedly been stabbed while serving time at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi. The news, first broken by TMZ on May 12, 2025, sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. Lanez, who was sentenced to 10 ...

(ThyBlackMan.com)  As the undisputed “Empress of the Blues,” Bessie Smith’s voice is a cornerstone of American music history. Her raw emotion, unwavering strength, and uncompromising style helped shape blues music as a genre and paved the way for generations of artists who followed. Though she recorded primarily in the 1920s ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) May we take a moment to mourn the transition of the Honorable Alexis Margaret Herman (1946-2025), the first African American woman who served our nation as Secretary of Labor.  Nominated by President Bill Clinton, her confirmation was no easy feat.  During her hearings, members of our sorority, Delta Sigma ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) “Must Jesus bear the cross alone and all the world goes free? No, there’s a cross for everyone and there’s a cross for me.” For many Blacks in America at one time or another they were compelled to wonder in addition to all the other crosses a person in ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When people talk about Beyoncé, the conversation usually starts with the hits—those global anthems like “Crazy in Love,” “Single Ladies,” and “Formation” that changed pop music forever. But as someone who’s spent years digging deep into her catalog, I can tell you the real magic happens between the singles. ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists in modern music embody the spirit of innovation quite like Herbie Hancock. From his formative years with Miles Davis to his own trailblazing solo career, Hancock has consistently pushed the boundaries of jazz, blending tradition with bold experimentation. His discography spans decades, yet it remains remarkably cohesive—united ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Medical malpractice is a hidden yet serious issue that disproportionately affects the Black community. While this issue is often overlooked, its impact on Black patients is profound, leading to numerous cases of unnecessary harm and suffering. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider fails to meet the standard of ...