Sixteenth Minute (of Fame)
the Black TikTok strike of 2021
Jun 18, 2024
Savage dance creator Keara Wilson discusses the Black TikTok strike of 2021, highlighting the lack of credit and compensation for Black choreographers by white influencers, sparking a movement for accountability and inclusivity. The conversation explores the impact of social media algorithms in perpetuating racism and the power of collective organizing to demand recognition for creators.
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- White artists profit from black creativity without credit, perpetuating systemic racism.
- Black TikTok strike exposed lack of credit and representation for black creators.
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The Influence of Black Music in Mainstream Music Industry
White artists have a history of co-opting black music without proper credit or compensation, leading to financial success at the expense of black innovators. Examples include Elvis Presley, Led Zeppelin, The Beach Boys, and The Beatles, who all drew heavily from black artists. The power dynamic allows white artists to profit from black creativity, perpetuating systemic racism.
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