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Today, Explained

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Black Roots in Country Music

The chapter explores the deep connection of songwriter Alice Randall to country music's black roots, tracing her journey from a sensitive black girl finding solace in artists like Ray Charles to achieving success in Nashville. It discusses the intersection of country music with black artists like D Ford Bailey, shedding light on the racial dynamics in the music industry and the historical manipulation of music genres based on race.

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