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Professor: Why Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show Isn’t a Win for Black Culture and Music
OPINION: Go ahead and tweet about representation while the NFL sells you a sanitized remix of a Black sound. It’s heartwarming to watch Afro-Latinx pioneers get sidelined while Benito takes a victory lap on the track they paved.
The Spiciest, Shadiest Lyrics From J. Cole’s New Album ‘The Fall Off’
J. Cole's "The Fall Off" is packed with jabs, call-outs and accountability. Here are some of the highlights from the highly anticipated album.
Why Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Moment Is a Win for Black People Everywhere
Vibe Check's hosts Zach Stafford and Saeed Jones Discuss Bad Bunny’s trajectory, from bagging groceries in Puerto Rico to becoming the most-streamed artist of last year.
Exclusive: How KevOnStage And Tony Baker’s Friendship Launched The Best Duo In Black Comedy
KevOnStage tells The Root all about the dynamic duo's latest series, “Bald Brothers: A Freestyle Comedy Show” with Tony Baker, currently airing on Tubi.
A Look Inside The Homes of Legendary Black History Leaders
We're looking into the homes of Black leaders, including Carter G. Woodson, Medgar Evers and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.