Talking Trans History with Trans Scholars
TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones
The Influence of Music, Transness, and Blackness
This chapter explores the impact of music on writing and the relationship between being transgender and being black. It delves into the album 'Black on Both Sides,' referencing the lyrics of 'Mathematics' to acknowledge Yazin Bay and discusses the tension between the influence of black trans communities on popular culture and the lack of recognition of their contributions. Additionally, it examines the role of fashion and dramatic fashion presentation as a form of self-expression for black individuals post-slavery.
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