Black Thought

Through vivid vignettes, the platinum-selling, Grammy-winning co-founder of The Roots tells dramatic stories of the four powerful relationships that shaped him, each a complex weave of love, discovery, trauma and loss, illuminating the redemptive power of the upcycle.

It is music to uplift, heal, and inspire listeners dealing with racial injustices as well as other social injustices. It's an affirmation. It's recognition. It's elevation. It's music to go with a movement. Because the truth is, there is still so much work to do. Regardless of the outcome of the election, we need to make sure things do not return to the status quo. The intention is to channel all of our pain and outrage into something productive.'...

Each episode of this new documentary series focuses on a groundbreaking song pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture. From the early Hip-Hop battles to verses that sparked hope and inspired change, watch Artists deconstruct their composition, revisit the impact the song had on them personally, and dissect the socio-economic and cultural conditions that inspired the landmark work and gave voice to a generation.