Black Musicians

Updated June 14, 2022 | Infoplease Staff
Biographies

Notable African-American Musicians

Bessie Smith

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The following list includes African-American singers, composers, rappers, pianists, and other musicians who have contributed to the world of music, including Count Basie, Akon, Natalie Cole, Missy Elliot, Duke Ellington, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, and more.

 


 

 
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