"Lift Every Voice and Sing" is a powerful hymn often referred to as the Black National Anthem. It was written as a poem by James Weldon Johnson in 1900 and set to music by his brother John Rosamond Johnson. The song was first performed by a choir of 500 school children in Jacksonville, Florida to commemorate Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

Throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, "Lift Every Voice and Sing" has been adopted as a symbol of resilience, pride, and unity within the Black community. It has been sung at civil rights marches, Black history month events, and other important occasions celebrating African American culture and achievements. The lyrics of the song speak to the struggles and triumphs of Black Americans, and the enduring hope for a better future.