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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Elvis's Success
- Elvis's career took off after being perceived as a white artist performing "Black music".
- This exemplifies how white artists profiting from Black music is a historical pattern.
Systemic Appropriation
- White artists stealing from Black artists is enabled by white supremacy.
- This is perpetuated by the lack of diversity in tech, especially in algorithm design.
Jalaiah Harmon and Renegade
- Professor Gabriel Peoples highlighted the lack of credit given to Black creators on TikTok, referencing Jalaiah Harmon.
- This conversation sparked interest in the story of the Renegade dance and the subsequent TikTok strike.