Lift Every Voice and Sing
Ledisi gears up to perform ‘Black national anthem’ at 2025 Super Bowl
American singer and songwriter Ledisi, born Ledisi Anibade Young, is set to perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the 2025 Super Bowl. The song, often referred to as the Black national anthem, has faced criticism, boycott threats, and conspiracy theories from some conservative groups since the NFL first included it in pre-season opening games…
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White fans threaten NFL boycott over ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ performance, face backlash
The decision by some fans, mostly White, to boycott the National Football League (NFL) has...
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The powerful history behind ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing,’ known as the Black National Anthem
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” has inspired countless people, particularly within...