On this day 125 years ago the Black National Anthem was first performed, written by James Weldon Johnson and with music ...

While "Lift Every Voice and Sing" was not the only song played before "The Star Spangled Banner" on Sunday, many on social media singled out the hymn for criticism, claiming ...

Some right-wingers charged that the performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" ahead of the Super Bowl promoted "segregation.

The comedian and actor will be the master of ceremonies for the All-Star Game, a mini-tournament that takes place Sunday in ...

After her Super Bowl performance, Ledisi announced she will be hitting the road with former Floetry front woman Marsha ...

The performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Ledisi and a chorus of New Orleans students stirred audiences. It also ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Celebrations are underway, marking the 125th anniversary of the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” It’s a ...

From Ledisi’s angelic ensemble to Blue Ivy’s cool oversized jacket, the fashion moments at the NFL Super Bowl LIX were ...

Before 'The Star-Spangled Banner' was the national anthem, 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' was the Black national anthem. This year, it turns 125.

Photo courtesy of Roland JackThis year's Super Bowl featured R&B singer Ledisi performing the Black National Anthem, "Lift ...

Ledisi, who is a Grammy Award-winning singer cum songwriter, delivered her rendition of Lift Every Voice and Sing at the Super Bowl today, sparking a frenzy on social media.

The hymn was performed at this year's Super Bowl in New Orleans by the Louisiana-born singer Ledisi, sparking backlash from prominent right-wing commentators and MAGA, including Charlie Kirk and the ...