As I stepped out onto the field, my gaze drifted upward. The sky was speckled with millions of tiny, glittering stars. We were so isolated out here that even the Milky Way was visible. I had never seen it in person before. That’s just one of those things that only happens at camp, the most magical place I know. Still admiring the constellation, I took a deep breath of cool mountain air and started walking. Under the dim light, I could see the faint features of my cabin mates and my counselors. Even
written songs for artists like Total and SWV. Queen Pen is known for her bold, assertive lyrics and her smooth, soulful sound. 10. Khia - Khia's hit song "My Neck, My Back (Lick It)" has become a viral sensation and has been covered by artists like Miley Cyrus. She has released four studio albums and has collaborated with artists like Gucci Mane and Janet Jackson. Khia is known for her sexually explicit lyrics and her confident, provocative style. 11. Jacki-O - Jacki-O has released three studio albums
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My Ethnomusicological Autobiography Growing up in the South in the early 2000s, I was surrounded by music my family identified with or could relate to. My family would come together every weekend for some barbecue and laughs while gossiping and enjoying music that made them dance or feel good. In black culture a family get together with loved ones, music, and grilled food is called a cookout. A typical cookout would consist of the children playing outside while the men would be around the grill