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Want To Be Beyonce? This Is How You Can Be
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Want To Be Beyonce? This Is How You Can Be

So you saw Beyonce's flawless performance at Coachella/Glastonbury/SuperBowl (the list goes on) and feel inspired? You aren't alone. Considered one of, if not THE, greatest entertainer of our generation, Beyonce is impressive. Whether or not you're a fan of her music, her consistency and perfectionism deserve respect. Her level of success seems slightly daunting and unachievable, but aside from a superior sense of rhythm, she has no superpowers. So just in case one day you decide to put that work in, I've done some digging into what it takes to get to her level. If you're wondering how long it's going to take, Beyonce Giselle Knowles' pursuit of stardom began 18 years ago. So, if you're 30 now, follow her techniques and you could be headlining festivals at 48. Fun! Step 1. Practice Mor...
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The Real Reasons Beyonce Can’t Stand Kim Kardashian
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The Real Reasons Beyonce Can’t Stand Kim Kardashian

They might run in similar circles, but Kim Kardashian and Beyonce are hardly best friends. Even though they're seen together occasionally, the friendship is reportedly pretty one-sided, with Kardashian allegedly bending over backwards to get into Queen B's good graces…and failing pretty miserably. Why aren't these superstars close? Let's find out...
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“Politicizing Beyoncé”: The Unique College Course on Feminist Politics

Nina Simone said, “An artist’s duty, as far as I’m concerned, is to reflect the times.” By using vivid imagery and strong lyricism, music artist and pop icon Beyoncé is doing just that. So much so that a college professor created a course that examines her work. It’s not exactly about learning the dance moves to “Single Ladies,” though in my mind that should get you some extra credit. Beyoncé has been getting increasingly more political. In 2010, Rutgers University professor Kevin Allred created “Politicizing Beyoncé,” a course that focuses on the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality and centers Black feminist authors and creatives. Recently Rutgers fired him following a dispute over his political commentary following the 2016 presidential election. Since then, Allred has taught t...
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Beyoncé, Alicia Keys & More Speak Up About Being Black in America
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SOCIAL JUSTICE

Beyoncé, Alicia Keys & More Speak Up About Being Black in America

Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Rihanna and more are making a powerful statement about being black in America. Sharing “23 Ways You Could Be Killed If You’re Black in America,” the video highlights the innocuous and everyday actions black citizens do that trigger police brutality. Source: Beyoncé, Alicia Keys & More Speak Up About Being Black in America « Radio.com
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