C’ Notes & Quotes

is a hip-hop heads daily inspiration. Your favorite quotes, by your favorite rappers, giving you motivation.

By Shapri McKinney

- CARTER Magazine

Today In History We Honor Bill Duke

‘Bill Duke, actor and film director with over 35 years of experience. Duke first became a familiar face to moviegoers in Car Wash and began directing theatrical films in the 1990s with crime dramas A Rage in Harlem, Deep Cover and Hoodlum.’

(photo: Bill Duke)

- CARTER Magazine

Today In History

‘Dr. Betty Shabazz, activist and wife of Malcolm X, was born in Detroit, MI, on this date May 28, 1936.’

(photo: Dr. Betty Shabazz)

- CARTER Magazine

C’ Notes & Quotes

is a hip-hop heads daily inspiration. Your favorite quotes, by your favorite rappers, giving you motivation.

By Shapri McKinney

- CARTER Magazine

Today In History

‘Andrew Cailloux, a Black captain, was a major figure in the First and Third Native Guards’ assaults on rebel positions at Port Hudson, LA, (a Civil War battle) on this date May 27, 1863. This victory helped the Union gain control of the Mississippi River.’

(picture: Creole Officers of the Louisiana Native Guards)

- CARTER Magazine

C’ Notes & Quotes

is a hip-hop heads daily inspiration. Your favorite quotes, by your favorite rappers, giving you motivation.

By Shapri McKinney

- CARTER Magazine

Today In History

‘Althea Gibson, tennis legend, won the women’s singles championship in the French Open on this date May 26, 1956, becoming the first Black to win a major tennis title.’

(photo: Althea Gibson)

- CARTER Magazine

C’ Notes & Quotes

is a hip-hop heads daily inspiration. Your favorite quotes, by your favorite rappers, giving you motivation.

By Shapri McKinney

- CARTER Magazine

Today In History We Honor Madame C. J. Walker

‘Madame C. J. Walker, was the first Black millionaire. Her hot straightening comb, conditioning compounds, and other hair and skin care products made her the wealthiest Black woman in America.’

(photo: Madame C. J. Walker)

- CARTER Magazine