The 'Queen of Gospel' in Black history refers to Mahalia Jackson, one of the most influential and revered gospel singers of all time. Born in 1911 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jackson's powerful voice and deep spirituality made her a groundbreaking figure in gospel music and a key influencer in the civil rights movement.

Jackson's career began in the 1920s when she started singing in church and eventually gained national recognition through radio broadcasts. She went on to record numerous albums and singles, including the iconic "Move On Up a Little Higher" which sold millions of copies and helped popularize gospel music to a wider audience.

Throughout her career, Jackson performed at major venues and events, including the 1963 March on Washington where she famously sang "I Been 'Buked and I Been Scorned" before Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech.

Mahalia Jackson's contributions to gospel music and the civil rights movement have left a lasting impact, earning her the title of the 'Queen of Gospel' and solidifying her legacy as a cultural icon in Black history.