Question

project 2: black history month (celebrating 100 years!)
task: write 2 verses and chorus about black history in america.

• you can talk about it in general or a specific occurrence
• you can describe how you feel about it personally
• martin luther king said, “free at last, free at last,

thank god almighty, i’m free at last” do you agree or disagree?
then, add a sound track to your spoken words or rap.
record yourself saying the rap or singing the song.
if you prefer someone else sings/raps it for you, that is acceptable.
i am asking for the top 2 submissions to be performed at kipp
hs family movie night on february 27, 2026.

Explanation:

Verses:

Verse 1:

Through the ages, Black history unfolds,
Stories of struggle, courage, and gold.
From the fields of toil to the halls of might,
A legacy of strength, shining bright.

The ancestors’ whispers, a guiding light,
In every triumph, every fight.
100 years of progress, a journey so grand,
Black excellence, across the land.

Verse 2:

MLK’s dream, a vision so clear,
“Free at last” – hope we hold dear.
From Harriet’s courage to Barack’s rise,
Black history’s power, never dies.

In art, in science, in every sphere,
Black voices rise, dispel the fear.
100 years of pride, a story to tell,
Black history’s glory, we’ll always dwell.

Chorus:

Oh, Black history in America,
A tapestry of love and honor.
100 years of joy, pain, and grace,
Your legacy, we’ll always embrace.

Free at last, free at last,
Thank God Almighty, we’re free at last!
In every heart, in every soul,
Black history’s story, forever bold.

• Verses: The verses highlight the journey of Black history, from struggles (like slavery, civil rights battles) to achievements (in various fields, leadership), spanning 100 years. They reference key figures (Harriet Tubman, MLK, Barack Obama) and themes of courage, progress, and excellence.
• Chorus: The chorus echoes MLK’s famous “Free at Last” quote, celebrating Black history’s legacy in America. It emphasizes pride, resilience, and the enduring impact of Black history, tying to the “100 years of celebration” theme.

Answer:

Verses:

Verse 1:

Through the ages, Black history unfolds,
Stories of struggle, courage, and gold.
From the fields of toil to the halls of might,
A legacy of strength, shining bright.

The ancestors’ whispers, a guiding light,
In every triumph, every fight.
100 years of progress, a journey so grand,
Black excellence, across the land.

Verse 2:

MLK’s dream, a vision so clear,
“Free at last” – hope we hold dear.
From Harriet’s courage to Barack’s rise,
Black history’s power, never dies.

In art, in science, in every sphere,
Black voices rise, dispel the fear.
100 years of pride, a story to tell,
Black history’s glory, we’ll always dwell.

Chorus:

Oh, Black history in America,
A tapestry of love and honor.
100 years of joy, pain, and grace,
Your legacy, we’ll always embrace.

Free at last, free at last,
Thank God Almighty, we’re free at last!
In every heart, in every soul,
Black history’s story, forever bold.