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As it trickled out to the rest of the world, Black female blues singers broke boundaries and redefined the genre, establishing legacies that still influence music at large today.

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Uncover the top 37 Black female pop singers you need to know! Dive into their amazing voices, inspiring stories, and chart-topping hits.

Relive the iconic beats & soulful melodies of the 80s with trailblazing Black female singers who revolutionized music. Discover their timeless tunes!

Explore the legacy of famous Black singers from the 1950s, from Little Richard to Ray Charles and their influence on music and culture.

From Oprah Winfrey to Pattie Labelle, look at some of the most famous Black women celebrities over 70 and the legacies they've built.

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Explore the contributions of Black music icons who shaped the industry and American culture during Black Music Month.

The historical significance of Black popular music in American culture is powerful. Even former President Jimmy Carter dedicated a month […] ...

Ella Fitzgerald made history on May 4, 1959, as the first woman to win a Grammy Award. The “First Lady of Song” took home two ...

Critic’s Notebook Only 3 Black Women Have Won the Grammys’ Top Award. Is Beyoncé Next? Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston and Lauryn Hill’s album of the year wins all came in the 1990s.