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The reason for this is the idea<ref>A trope, actually. In fact, ''this'' trope.</ref> that African-Americans are somehow inherently cooler than their Caucasian neighbors. Part of this is the fact that most American music developed in the 20th Century has roots in the African-American community. Jazz, Blues, Soul, Hip-Hop, Funk, and yes, even Rock n' Roll. And although the aesthetic of cool itself has had a long history worldwide, the term "cool" itself was also first used by African-Americans. |
The reason for this is the idea<ref>A trope, actually. In fact, ''this'' trope.</ref> that African-Americans are somehow inherently cooler than their Caucasian neighbors. Part of this is the fact that most American music developed in the 20th Century has roots in the African-American community. Jazz, Blues, Soul, Hip-Hop, Funk, and yes, even Rock n' Roll. And although the aesthetic of cool itself has had a long history worldwide, the term "cool" itself was also first used by African-Americans. |
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Cinema gold. Or [[Unfortunate Implications|not.]] Sometimes an actor, especially a comedic one, may take the role [[Uncle Tomfoolery|a bit too far.]] |
Cinema gold. Or [[Unfortunate Implications|not.]] Sometimes an actor, especially a comedic one, may take the role [[Uncle Tomfoolery|a bit too far.]] |
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