Black Quote by Ntozake Shange
“somebody/ anybody sing a black girl's song bring her out to know herself to know you but sing her rhythms carin/ struggle/ hard times sing her song of life she's been dead so long closed in silence so long she doesn't know the sound of her own voice her infinite beauty she's half-notes scattered without rhythm/ no tune sing her sighs sing the song of her possibilities sing a righteous gospel let her be born let her be born & handled warmly.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Black Girl’s Song” (performance piece, 1990s)
A call to recognize and amplify the suppressed voice and potential of Black women, urging self‑discovery and societal support.
In simple terms: Give Black women a chance to be heard and thrive.
Key Takeaway
Empower and listen.
Themes
identity
empowerment
voice
culture
resilience
Mood
hopeful
determined
reflective
Type
poetic
motivational
social
When to use this quote
- community workshops
- educational curricula
- media representation
- mental‑health support
Key Concepts
intersectionality
self‑actualization
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we create spaces where Black women’s voices are central?
- What personal biases limit our listening?
A Different Perspective
May overlook systemic barriers that silence voices.
