Kanye West Declares February "Black Future Month"

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Kanye is looking to change the way we view Black History Month.

Today is the first day of February which means we are officially in Black History Month. This is a time to celebrate all of the people who helped fight for black liberation over the years, while also exploring the work of important black artists who made an impact during their lives. It is also a time to reflect on the atrocities that were committed towards African Americans, and how the United States needs to fight to ensure that this never happens again.

Some have conflicting opinions on Black History Month, as for some, it simply isn't enough when it comes to recognizing the pain and trauma that so many have gone through. There are also some activists who feel it is a bit performative, especially with white-owned corporations jumping on the trend to cash in on social media.

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Now, Kanye West wants to jump in and change what the month is all about. Taking to Instagram today, Kanye declared February the start of Black Future Month. This was complemented by a black image with "Black Future Month 2022" written on the front. It remains to be seen what Kanye has planned for this, although it will certainly be interesting to find out, especially since he reportedly has Donda 2 set for release on February 22nd.


Kanye has always been a forward-thinking person, and fans are well-aware of his big ideas. With that in mind, we should hear more about Black Future Month, very soon.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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