Sep 10, 2020 · For more than a century, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” has held a powerful place in American history. The hymn is known as the Black National Anthem, but it’s more than that.

Jul 5, 2021 · Vanessa Williams and PBS have faced criticism for her performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," which has become known as the "Black national anthem."

It’s a song every American has heard countless times – and can probably recite by heart. But how much do you really know about our national anthem?

Oct 20, 2017 · “Lift Every Voice and Sing” was first written as a poem in 1900 by James Weldon Johnson as part of a celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday at the all-black Stanton School in Jacksonville ...

Jun 20, 2023 · Now a national holiday, Juneteenth is the direct result of centuries of resistance and revolution by Black people leading a fight for their liberation. In 1861, tension between the North and the South reached its breaking point over …

Aug 18, 2020 · Ever since the recent Black Lives Matter protests, leaders have called for a national conversation on race.

Sep 11, 2020 · With a few fans in the audience, the game honored two national anthems – both the “Star-Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” commonly known as the Black national anthem.

Feb 13, 2023 · At a news conference on Thursday, Miles spoke about the significance of singing the Black National Anthem, which many viewers may not have heard before, she said.

Feb 20, 2018 · Fergie is sorry that some people didn’t love her rendition of the National Anthem. The singer released a statement Monday after the uproar over her performance at Sunday night’s NBA All-Star Game.

Sep 14, 2020 · The two teams gathered on the field and locked arms during the playing of the hymn “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” known as the Black National Anthem, sung by Grammy Award-winning Alicia Keys.