"Lift Every Voice and Sing" is a song often referred to as the Black National Anthem. It was written as a poem in 1900 by James Weldon Johnson, an influential African American writer, poet, and civil rights activist, and set to music by his brother John Rosamond Johnson. The song was first performed in public in Jacksonville, Florida at a celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

"Lift Every Voice and Sing" became a rallying cry for the African American community during the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. It is a powerful anthem that speaks to the struggles and triumphs of Black Americans and has been sung at major events and gatherings in the fight for civil rights and equality. Its powerful lyrics have resonated with generations of African Americans, serving as a reminder of resilience, unity, and hope in the face of adversity.