Janelle Monae’s latest album, ‘Dirty Computer’ beautifully weaves themes of black resistance, feminism, and self-love while squarely centering queerness and black womanhood. The album and its accompanying emotion picture are groundbreaking. Here, I’ve written an in-depth analysis of ‘Dirty Computer.’ I dissect the songs, the videos, and discuss the potential lasting effects of Janelle Monae’s magnus opus.
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Humankind’s pioneering spirit has propelled us from the savannas of East Africa to virtually every habitat in the world, and even to worlds that aren’t our own. Space represents the next great frontier, and we should be exploring space, not only to satisfy our curiosity, but also to ensure the survival of humankind.
Read MoreHitting Them Angles and Drake's Quest to Conquer Our Hearts
Drake's new single and accompanying video "Nice For What" is an infectious bop that also serves as a female empowerment song. Here I review what makes the song such a pop-culture gem and why 2018 may be the year Drake snatches all our wigs.
Read MoreBlack Panther Anthology
A collection of Black Panther articles and think-pieces to enjoy post watching the movie.
Read MoreHome Is Where the Vibranium Is
My reflection on Black Panther and what the movie teaches us about home, homelands, and connecting to our roots.
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