Music and Social Impact in the 1950s

They used their music to nullify the occurring racism and fight for their rights.

Davis being told by an officer to back away from a white woman despite assisting her to a car after recording for a record studio.

Black performers could only look at the black fans they had and not the white fans.

<p>His music helped fight racism and contributed to the Civil Rights Movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Her music inspired black women to become successful rockstars, and she also addressed the issue of abusive relationships faced by many black women.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The concert caused riots, with the music being considered controversial.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was used to protest for equal rights to African Americans and helped to stop brutality and beatings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They changed rock to be more soul, creating a new genre, and brought inspiration to future generations of musicians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She earned 12 Grammy Awards and sold over 100 million albums worldwide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was beaten and harassed for being African American.</p> Signup and view all the answers