This Questlove story, in which he details intentionally almost ruining a Roots concert to impress D’Angelo because he knew they were musical soulmates, is a perfect example of their genius. Before they’d even met—and speaking only through rhythm—they created an all-time sound. Its incredible. Watch:

D'Angelo speaking out about the physical and emotional burden of maintaining a nearly unobtainable physique and sexy image as a Black male artist should be taught in labor studies. It absolutely impacted how I analyze pop culture.

R.I.P. ICON D’Angelo 🙏🏾🕊️

RIP D'Angelo, the greatest singer since Marvin departed. Who took the grit & attitude of hip-hop & alchemized it into angelic voodoo. He condensed the human condition - sex, suffering, addiction, love, oppression - into pure transcendence. A comet emitting blinding light & soul.

It’s a rare thing that a human doesn’t pass out due to lack of oxygen from holding their breath for exactly 59 minutes. I am this rare human and #Paradise episode 7 is how I was created. No Sterling sir… I am NOT “alright”.

President Joe Biden granted a posthumous pardon to the late Black nationalist Marcus Garvey as well as four other justice advocates who had been convicted of non-violent drug offenses.

Abbott elementary starts at 8pm this week with an hour long special. Please spread the word! 🎄 🫡

Leak the report. Pass it on.

Okay, y’all… I have finally decided that retreat is the better part of valor. Bringing some rainbow energy over to these blue skies.
#bydhttmwdi

If you’re a Black woman and reading this, I love you.

Please be gentle with, care for, and treat yourself REGULARLY. 🤎

pace yourself and protect your peace today. even if that means observing more and reacting less. you'll thank yourself later.

Release the Gaetz report.

Pass it on.