Phenomenal Woman.
Phenomenal Woman.
As part of yesterday’s 15th Annual Fundraiser for The See Forever Foundation and Maya Angelou Schools in D.C., Common took to the mic with a live band for some inspiring words. hhnm
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What a nightmare. Maya Angelou who recites a poem on Common’s “The Dreamer” isn’t too pleased with the rapper’s usage of the N-word on his album’s opening track. The poet tells the
[vodpod id=Video.7201867&w=540&h=350&fv=] Common honored Dr. Maya Angelou last week at the first, Common Ground Foundation Gala. During the event, GoWhereHipHop was able to interview the two humanitarians as part of their latest Camovement series.
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.