Since it is Black History Month, and Thriller is mostly concerned with music, it felt only right that we take some time to honor the excellent music that the black experience in America has produced.  So . . .

Compiling a list of the Top 10 black musicians of all time is, frankly, impossible.  The black experience in America has given rise to . . . 

While lists are fun, the best way to celebrate black music history is to listen.  Here are 10 must-hear songs of the civil rights struggle – listen to them on The Playlist as you read and/or watch the videos.