(African American singer/violinist) Sudan Archives' 2018 Electro/R&B video - "Nont for Sale" (with a book excerpt about African fashions & hairstyles In music videos

StonesThrow, May 30, 2018
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This is one of the videos that is analyzed in the excerpt from the chapter that is quoted below. 

Click https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sudan_Archives for information about Sudan Archives.
Here's a quote from that page "Brittney Denise Parks, better known by her stage name Sudan Archives, is an American violinist and singer based in Los Angeles, California.[4] She is signed to Stones Throw Records.[5]...genres: Electro, R&B"....

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Edited by Azizi Powell

"This pancocojams post showcases the 2018 YouTube video "Nont for Sale" by African American singer/violist Sudan A chives. The word "nont" in this video is a little used abbreviation for the word "nothing".

This pancocojams post also presents an excerpt from a chapter "Fashion Vibes. African Fashion and Hairstyles in Music Video" in Cornelia Lund's 2019 book  Connecting Afro Futures. Fashion x Hair x Design(Publisher: Kerber Verlag).

This excerpt is given without citations and the chapter's bibliography.

The content of this post is presented for socio-cultural and educational purposes.

All copyrights remain with their owners.

Thanks to Cornelia Lund for her research and her writing. Thanks to all those who are quoted in this post and thanks for Sudan Archives for her music. Thanks also to all those who are associated with this showcased video. 

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CHAPTER EXCERPT: FASHION VIBES: AFRICAN FASHION AND HAIRSTYLES IN MUSIC VIDEO 
From Connecting Afro Futures. Fashion x Hair x Design by Cornelia Lund

   (pp.98–101)Publisher: Kerber Verlag

"Music videos play a prominent role as a medium for the presentation and dissemination of African fashion and hairstyles. Using the character of music videos as an open lab, creators develop fashion and hairstyles in ways that don’t necessarily conform to the established commercial beauty canons and systemic hierarchies. By doing so, the music videos engage explicitly or implicitly in current discourses and developments, such as the natural hair movement, for example. One important purpose of music videos is to propagate knowledge about African fashion and hairstyles in general or to promote chosen designers and stylists; however, music videos also challenge or playfully criticize established patterns of thought and social models through the way in which they present music, musicians, fashion and hairstyles. African fashion and hairstyles, with their futuristic and non-conformist power, thus become prominent parts of a larger movement that is trying to gure out how African societies wish to define themselves in the present and for the future.

Fashion has always been an essential ingredient in pop music, since pop music cannot be reduced to its musical elements, but should be described as a multi-media phenomenon unfolding in various different media.1 And music video – a genre characterized by the carefully choreographed mise-en-scène of the musicians, in which their outfts and hairstyles play a major role in the production and transmission of their image – is undeniably still one of the most important audiovisual forms for presenting pop music. However, if music videos are allowed to unfold their experimental laboratory character,2 they can become much more
than a promotional tool transporting the image of musicians and their music: The audiovisual combination and all its ingredients can be further used to develop propositions of aesthetic, cultural, and societal relevance.

African fashion is increasingly asserting its place in the fashion geography, and the African fashion industry, though still comparatively small, has an impressive media presence. Rapidly growing access to the Internet in African countries3 plays a signifcant role in the media strategies applied in the feld of fashion, since it fosters the development of new, globally connected platforms for presenting and discussing fashion – from blogs to online platforms and magazines – that “eschew the received categories and orders of fashion”4 and thus challenge the hegemony of the Western fashion system.

This African fashion, which Helen Jennings celebrates as “reaching its apex” thanks to its ideal position between being simultaneously “grounded in tradition” and “exposed to international tastes” and therefore being able to “satisfy local demand and ignite interest abroad,”5 does it play a role in music videos, and, if so, how? We can rapidly give a positive, though rather subjective, answer to the frst part of this question: African fashion seems to play a certain role in music videos since, in fact, it was through her research on music videos that the author of this text was introduced to the dynamic feld of contemporary African fashion some years ago.

And beyond the author’s personal experience? We can observe that African music videos are widely discussed online in a variety of media, as is the styling and choice of fashion in them. Usually, the articles deal with individual, recently released videos, but some sources also discuss more general issues, such as the support or lack of support musicians give to African designers. In an episode of the Ugandan TV show NTV Style Project (6 July 2018), the host Solomon Tazibone discusses the state of “Fashion in Ugandan Music Video” with his guests, the TV presenter Sheila Gashumba and the musician Lydia Jazmine. They praise several music videos for their styling, but also maintain that Ugandan musicians could be more sensitive to fashion in general in their videos and more aware of integrating fashion by African designers. An article published on fashionghana.com in 2018 goes even further, complaining that “African musicians have done an appalling job at supporting African fashion or brands in general,”6 and calling for a boycott of the musicians who don’t wear fashion by African designers in their videos. The argument is not so much about a protectionist attitude as about a selfconfdent appreciation of what is African, without constantly looking to Western standards or status symbols... 

And again, even though the article contrasts Ghanaian and Western products, the attitude behind the wish to see more support for African fashion in music videos is not restricted to a national focus, since the platform – similar to most other platforms that discuss the topic – has a transnational approach, one that does not defne Africa as a continent of nations, but as a cultural space that includes the Afro-diasporic communities, which are in constant exchange with the continent.8 It is in this same sense that this text speaks of “African” fashion and hair, always keeping in mind, of course, that said cultural space is not a closed one and contains many different, yet intertwined cultures.

Hair is discussed much less than fashion with regard to African music videos, which, however, does not mean that hairstyling and headpieces are insignificant ingredients in the videos. Quite to the contrary, they are essential parts of the mise-en-scène, and, lately, the Afro salon and the process of doing Afro hair (and, with them, the question of “nappy” – natural and happy – hair) have even become a recurrent motif in music videos – a development that parallels the increased awareness of natural and traditional hairstyles in Afro communities all over the world. The video for Swedish-Gambian singer Seinabo Sey’s song I Owe You Nothing (2018) is set in her native Gambia and shows her in different indoor and outdoor settings. The frst setting, a tailor or fashion studio, fttingly prepares the stage for the various quite distinctive outfts worn in the video. Later on, in a cozy living room scene, the singer’s natural hair is being braided by her aunt.9 Los Angeles- based musician Sudan Archives and her companions also get their hair done in an Afro salon right at the beginning of the video for the song Not for Sale (2018) and subsequently wear different forms of braids and a ferce Afro throughout the video. In a scene later in the video, Sudan Archives dances in the midst of products for Afro hair displayed on the shelves of an Afro shop, while her companions carry her extra-long and thick braids like a train. The hairstyles, worn with visible pleasure and self-confdence, seem to underscore the message of the song, which asserts a self-determined way of life by telling the addressed “sucker”: “this is my life […] stay outta my path.” Charlotte Adigéry’s song High Light (2019) directly addresses her involvement with hair, or, more precisely, her passion for getting her hair done too often and for wearing wigs: “I know I shouldn’t do it but/ I love synthetic wigs a lot.” Accordingly, the video is set mainly in an Afro salon, where the Belgian-Caribbean sing- er and other customers undergo various beauty treatments – and the singer goes into a kind of “wig ecstasy.” The video introduces the rather intimate atmo- sphere of the space, where the women talk, smoke, eat, drink, and dance. It also shows some typical elements of this type of place: displays of wigs and extensions, for example, and posters presenting different types of female and male Afro hair- styles.

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...African fashion and hairstyles can be featured in music videos in different ways. Music videos can, for example, display a certain “Africanness” through their choice of styles, without necessarily naming designers. For clothes, this is often achieved by choosing “African- print fashion,” whose reference to Africa is easily recognizable and established, whether the prints really are of African origin or a product of colonial textile politics, such as African wax prints.12 The fashion in more than one video has been hailed as “printastic,” and online platforms like All Things Ankara closely observe and comment on the use of African-print fashion in music videos. Some musicians are known for their sup- port of African designers; the Nigerian pop star Yemi Alade, for example, is praised as a “fashion icon,” “rocking”13 African fashion, from casual to haute couture. One could add that she even engages in a playful reinterpretation of traditional attire, which complements her overall African fashion attitude. In the video for her hit Johnny (2014), three styles can be observed: African prints, a sort of global business style, and allusions to traditional dresses. The latter appear, however, not at all as historical allusions, but as contemporary elements of the video’s colorful pop aesthetics, as very clearly shown by the costume displayed at the Grammy Museum14 as a representative piece from the video: the “raffa” skirt of the dress is made of contemporary plastic, as are the beads. This approach to her look is very consciously orchestrated, as Yemi Alade explains with regard to Johnny: “I’m a lover of African outfts, bold prints, and beads. But the outfts aren’t Nigerian, they are Zambian and Kenyan. So I just pick everything and create my own look. In the video, you can clearly see that this girl is ‘African’ but you can’t tell if I’m Nigerian or not. This twist is refreshing for me! Well, I think it’s an African collage and a statement.”15

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As different as the musical styles and respective mises-en-scène may be, the music videos we have analyzed so far can be regarded as being representative of a larger music video production that shares a similar approach to African fashion and hair, using the open lab character of music videos to develop these themes in ways that don’t necessarily conform to the established commercial beauty canons and systemic hierarchies. These music videos engage more or less explicitly in current discourses and developments, such as the natural hair movement, for example. Music videos also play a prominent role as a medium for the presentation and dissemination of African fashion, directly and indirectly through platforms that discuss the videos – and they do not necessarily do so to please the Western gaze and fashion circuit. This attitude is perhaps most clearly demonstrated by the Wikipedia article on Yemi Alade’s Johnny: the song – and, with it, the video – is described as an “international smash hit”; the article goes on quite naturally to dismiss the Western world as the established center of all pop and music video activities by placing “The United Kingdom and others” at the very bottom of a long list of African countries where the song has been successful.25

So, without a doubt, one important role of music videos is to propagate knowledge about African fashion and hairstyles and thereby also to support African fashion; however, they also challenge traditional patterns of thought and social models through the way in which they present fashion and hair, showing, for example, a society that plays with gender models and embraces queer performance and fashion, as in the music videos of the South African musician Umlilo. African fashion and hair in this context, with their futuristic and non-conformist power, thus become prominent parts of a larger discourse that is trying to fgure out how African societies wish to defne themselves in the present and for the future.26"
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Here are hyperlinks for the music videos that are mentioned in that excerpt (in the order that those videos are mentioned)

Seinabo Sey - I Owe You Nothing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUWid7BetA8&ab_channel=SeinaboSeyVEVO

Seinabo Sey,Mar 15, 2018 

Statistics as of March 3, 2022 at 3:39 PM: total views -5,601,793

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Sudan Archives - Not for Sale

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kRlBLPSgY8&ab_channel=StonesThrow

Stones Throw, May 30, 2018

Statistics as of March 3, 2022 at 12:43 PM: total # of views - 3,176,944

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Charlotte Adigéry - High Light

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCkTyEsCNL4&ab_channel=CharlotteAdigeryVEVO

Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul , Jan 17, 2019

 Statistics as of March 3, 2022 at 3:45 PM: total # of views - 532,087 

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Yemi Alade- Johnny

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_XkTKoDI18

Yemi Alade, March 3, 2014

Statistics as of March 3, 2022 at 3:52 PM at 3:53 PM: 142,787,992

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What Is An Afro Hairstyle? (Video & YouTube Discussion Thread Comments About A 1970s Photograph Of A Black Woman With A Big Afro)

Edited by Azizi Powell

This is Part II of a two part pancocojams series about Lafayette Afro Rock Band, a highly influential French 1970s Funk Rock group that was first formed in the United States.

Part II presents my definition of an afro and my notes about the significance of afro hairstyles for African Americans in the 1960s and 1970s.

This post also documents selected comments from a YouTube discussion thread for Lafayette Afro Rock Band's record "Hihache". These comments focus on the album cover- a photograph of a young Black woman with a big afro (hair style)- which was mistakenly used for that YouTube sound file. That photograph was actually used as the cover for Lafayette Afro Rock Band's album entitled "Malik".

Brief explanatory notes are given after some of these comments.

Click https://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2019/04/documenting-tremendous-influence-of.html for Part I of this series. Part I presents information about the American/French funk music band Lafayette Afro Rock Band that was formed in the United States in 1970. This post also showcases a YouTube sound file of that band's 1973 tune entitled "Hihache".

Selected comments from that YouTube sound file's discussion thread are included in this post. Most of these comments focus on the use of samples from the record "Hihache" can be found in songs from multiple United States music genres.

The content of this post is presented for socio-cultural purposes.

All copyrights remain with their owners.

Thanks to Lafayette Afro Rock Band for their musical legacy. Thanks also to all those who are quoted in this post and thanks to the publisher of this YouTube sound file.

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SHOWCASE YOUTUBE EXAMPLE (sound file)
Lafayette Afro Rock Band - Hihache



dravmasta, Published on Sep 26, 2010

Lafayette Afro Rock Band was a French funk rock band formed in Roosevelt, Long Island, New York in 1970. Though almost unknown in their native United States, they are now universally celebrated as one of the standout funk bands of the 1970s and admired for their use of break beats. Wiki.

Song: Hihache
Artist: Lafayette Afro Rock Band
Album: Soul Makossa
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Several commenters noted that the album cover that is used for this YouTube sound file is actually the cover for that band's album entitled "Malik". Click https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=5893219718076521675#overview for a photograph of the cover for the band's "Soul Makossa" album.

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INFORMATION AND COMMENTS ABOUT THE "AFRO" HAIRSTYLE/S
Note #1 "The Psycho-social Implications For African Americans Of Natural Hair
written by Azizi Powell, pancocojams editor on 2012 From http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2012/06/videos-of-african-american-males-music.html "Videos of African American Males (Music & Natural Hairstyles), Part 1"
"I believe that the hairstyles worn by African American men, like the hairstyles worn by African American women, reflect how much African Americans in general agree with or reject the position that White standards of beauty are the only acceptable standards of beauty. This is definitely not to say that individual African Americans (or other Black people) don't like themselves or other Black people if they don't wear their hair in natural styles.* However, I believe that a greater acceptance of natural hair styles among African Americans and other Black people signifies more than an expansion of the definition of which hair styles Black people and also non-Black people might consider to be attractive.

It's my opinion, that a greater acceptance among African Americans and other Black people of natural hair styles signifies our increased acceptance of and increased valuing of ourselves. It was no coincidence that "afro" hairstyles became popular in the United States in the 1970s during the rise of the Black consciousness and afro-centric Black nationalist movement. Since the 1970s, apart from the jheri curl look of the 1970s and 1980s which will be the subject of a future post on this blog, it has become the standard practice for most African American men to wear their hair un-straightened and relatively un-processed. And most African American men wear their hair in a close cut natural style such as that worn by President Barack Obama, or they have a bald head.

Up to the age of seven years, I believe that most African American females wear their hair naturally. However, between the ages of seven and eighteen years old, it seems to me that most African American girls wear their hair chemically straightened. However, since the 1990s, an increasing number of African American women, appear to have chosen to wear their hair in natural hairstyles, though that is still a small percentage of that population. As a person who was a young adult in the 1970s, it's interesting to see the return in popularity of the "big afros" with Black females & Black men. I believe that the afro and other natural hair styles are legitimate general indicators of African American group esteem. By "group esteem" I mean how much African Americans see their group as capable of intrinsic attractiveness with regard to hair without the application of strategies which attempt to mimic what White people consider to be standards of beautiful hair such straight hair or lightly curled hair, and light hair color.**

That said, I also believe that African American females (and perhaps, other Black females) may be more accepting of and have a higher value toward females having mutiple ways they can wear their hair within short periods of time (i.e. having different hair styles) then other populations of females. In that regards, "natural hairstyles" may be just one of an increasing number of hair style possibilities that Black women may choose. But in my opinion, "natural hair styles" as a possible "neutral" choice (having neither positive or negative implications), is in and of itself a positive change for Black people, given the overwhelming beliefs in the pre-1960s that the only standards of beauty were those standards that fit some White people.

*By natural hair styles I mean the "tightly curled" hair texture which is characteristic of most sub-Saharan African people and most people of sub-Saharan African descent) are worn without chemical or hot comb processing. Other terms for naturally Black hair are "frizzy", "nappy", and "kinky". However, because of their historical and racist usage, some Black people (including African Americans) may find these terms to be loaded with negative connotations. Because of that, I tend to avoid using those terms.

**With regards to African American women (and other Black women), as to what constitutes White standards of beauty in hair, I would also add "long hair" to the previously given descriptors of "straight hair" or "lightly curled hair", and "light color hair" such as blond hair.

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Note #2 "What Is An Afro?"
written by Azizi Powell, pancocojams editor, April 15, 2018
An "afro" is one type of natural hairstyle that was popular with some African American males and females in the 1960s and particularly, in the 1970s. Prior to the 1960s, Black Americans women and men wore other natural hairstyles, but few rarely wore those hairstyles out in public.

Afros are formed when the kinky (tightly curled) hair that many Black people have is combed and styled without adding any heat (including hot combs) or any chemical straightening products. The natural hair is then cut, combed ("picked" with a wooden or a plastic afro comb), and periodically patted by hand in order to achieve and maintain a particular style.

The most popular afro style in the 1970s was a full (halo-like) evenly rounded form. The bigger (fuller) the afro was, the better. Writer, educator, and activist Angela Davis was the prototype of this type of afro hairstyle. Some African American females who wore their hair in large afros, sometimes also styled their hair in two afro puffs (a pony tail on both sides of their head.)

By the end of the 1970s, the full afro hair style was largely retired. Since the 1970s, although a small number of African Americans continued to wear this hairstyle, many more African Americans began to publicly wear their [our] hair in other natural hairstyles, including multiple braids, dreadlocks, short afros ("twas" - "teeny weeny afros), or very closely cropped "naturals". Since the 2000s, a number of African Americans-particularly African Americans have worn their natural hair in "free style" forms that have no apparent shape but emphasize the hair's curly textures (plural because a number of Black people have more than one hair texture in their head of hair).
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Also, click http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2018/11/excerpts-from-various-online-articles.html for a pancocojams post entitled "Excerpts From Various Online Articles & Discussion Threads About Afros And Afro Picks"

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Excerpt #1:
From https://www.curlcentric.com/natural-hair-movement/
..."Back in the 60s and 70s, racial relations in the United States were tense and strictly segregated. This time of political upheaval and African-American activism saw the rise of more natural hairstyles as a form of political awareness.

Angela Davis, a prominent member of the Black Panther movement and a human rights crusader, sported a famous Afro. The Afro, which was soon adopted by singers and other celebrities, came to symbolize cultural independence for African Americans.

The previous century, stretching back to the end of the Civil War, had been extremely challenging for Black Americans.

The thought that straight hair was beautiful hair was increasing gaining steam, leading many individuals to straighten their hair in order to be accepted. In many cases, employment was contingent on treating natural hair to change its appearance."...

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Excerpt #2:
From https://www.thecut.com/2014/10/21-feminists-with-really-great-hair.html
..."When Angela Davis appeared on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List in 1970, she was sporting an Afro so perfect that to this very day it remains the textbook example of the style. And with that mugshot, she changed the history of hair. The previously New York– and Chicago-based style became an international symbol of black pride and a means of taking back and taking up space. But fabulous though her Afro may have been, Davis has been known to express a certain wariness about it. Her name, which should call to mind a life of radical thought and action, is remembered by many in reference to a hairstyle alone.".

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SELECTED COMMENTS FROM THE DISCUSSION THREAD OF THIS YOUTUBE SOUND FILE
Pancocojams Editor's note: This compilation isn't all of the comments from that discussion thread about the album cover that was mistakenly used for this YouTube sound file of Lafayette Afro Rock Band's record entitled "Hihache".

I didn't read all of the comments in that discussion thread, but I did read A LOT of them.

Numbers are added for referencing purposes only.

1. mootbooxle. 2014
"Very pretty lady on the cover!!"

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2. Rafael R, 2014
"What's her name?"

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3, Timeless Funk, Soul & R&B, 2017
"Rafael R Goddess!"

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4. Big Nicky, 2017
"Looks like Angela Yvonne Davis .. American political activist"

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5. smartalek180, 2017
"I was going to ask if that was her -- sure looks like her.
https://alchetron.com/Angela-Davis

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6. Jerboy Must Die!, 2017
"The pretty lady on the thumbnail brought me here. That the song sounds like some old porn background doesn't hurt either."

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7. Louis Barnes, 2017
"Foxy Cleopatra! :P"

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8. Skeksis Law, 2018
"except that she s light skin and wears an afro she doesn t look at all like Angela Davis....

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9. Nasty Foxboy, 2018
"Very good music beyond this cover."

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10. Marcel LAZZER, 2018
"Pretty & Proud!!"

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11. EMAN, 2018
"much love to my brown skin afro beauties, and to all canela skinned mamis, too black too strong much love from Puerto rico."
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The "too" in the phrase "too black, too strong" means "very". Read my note after Comment #49 about the various meanings of "too + an adjective".

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12. Frank Shailes, 2018
"Why are you obsessed with skin colour? Enjoy the music!"

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13. Tanman_1107, 2019
"¡Esta mucho mucho mucho bonita!"
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Google translate from Spanish to English
"She is very very very pretty".

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14. rubbersole, 2014
"Michele Obama's college gig.........."
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This is only one of several comments that mention former United States First Lady Michelle Obama in reference to this Lafayette Afro Rock Band album cover. (Also read Comment #59 and Comment #67 for two more examples of these comments in this compilation. These comments could be construed as being complimentary or insulting since so many comments about the woman in the photograph are positive, but there are also a lot of negative online comments about Michelle Obama.

Given that this photograph was used as the cover of a 1973 music album, the woman in the photograph couldn't be Michelle Obama.

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15. Sophrosynicle, 2014
"Them eyebrows and lips for sure"

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16. Howard Miller II, 2015
"beautiful sista on that cover there now their hair is fried,dyed, and laid to the side."
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"Sista" ("sister") is a colloquial referent from African American Vernacular English for a Black female (usually a teen or a woman). This isn't the same usage in African American culture as "Sister + last name" (Note that the beginning letter in "sister" is capitalized). In that usage, "Sister" is a title that is used in some Black [non-Catholic] churches for women).

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17. Daniel Fountain, 2016
"the sister in the photo is fire!"

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18. ronald Williams, 2016
"Daniel fountain back in those days black women where very very sexy now in these days no way f&&k* no"
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*This word is completely spelled out in this comment.

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19. PeekaBooo08, 2016
"ronald Williams they're still lots of beautiful women today; it's just that back then natural beauty reigned supreme. Now if your face isn't made up with pounds of makeup on your face, you're irrelevant."

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20. eL shadaye, 2016
"PeekaBooo08 You hit it right on the head! Natural Beauty will ALWAYS reign Supreme!

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21. ronald Williams, 2016
"PeekaBooo08 i no i was there back then it was actually a lot better"

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22. blake, 2017
"yo why you lookin at my queen, lmao"

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23. Scott Matheson, 2017
"her 'fro (and the time period)reminds me of funk queen Betty Davis"

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24. Rossi Ross, 2017
"Did you mean 'Betty Wright'?"

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25. Scott Matheson, 2017
"nope Betty Davis who was married to Miles in the 60s. I dig Betty Wright as well though."

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26. SG45 cal, 2017
"Daniel fountain True... She is."

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27. steampump 1912, 2017
"So true, she has a natural sexiness....an' that fro,...man, so cool."

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28. Neil Soulman Hagan, 2017
"yes sir #mothershipConnection #MaddNubianLove!"

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29. mark buns, 2017
"Agree....she is one hot momma"

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30. BONZO KILBOURN, 2017
"Afro needs to make a comeback for the ladies."

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31. Milan S, 2017
"PeekaBooo08 You couldn't be more wrong. Girls with 'pounds of makeup on their face' do exist, but they are the exception. People in the comment section of these kinds of videos really romanticize the past."

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32. Richard Orahood, 2017
"Just like my wife. Natural hair. No makeup. Fine as can be."

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33. bza069, 2017
"haha. in international pols, men rate black women at the bottom of the list behind whites/asians at top, then Latinas, then everything else and finally black women at the bottom. true."

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34. M Zach, 2018
"Yep, they don't put ugly women on album covers, she is sexy!"

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35. EwaldK, 2018
"Now probably in her seventies....sigh..."

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36. Antonio Lott, 2018
"All these comments but I need a name!"

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37. julian, 2018
"The origanal slingky KINKY Afro!!!"

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38. big baby jesus, 2018
"when black women knew who they were and proud.
not trying to look and act like"Becky with the good hair". afros grow on the head of the royalty of the earth just as the trees and flowers grow on the Earth's Afro ✊😉"
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"Becky with the good hair" is a line from Beyoncé's song "Sorry" in her 2016 album "Lemonade". "Becky" is an (at least slightly negative) African American originated colloquial referent for a young White woman.

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39. Daniel Elston, 2019
"She is beautiful."

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40. mr1010 01, 2019
"does anybody know her name?"

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41. Earl Halstead, 2019
"True to her heritage,(Smile)"

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42. Raptor IX, 2019
"yo sista is fire"

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43. Annetta77, 2019
"@PeekaBooo08 that's a shame. I was part of the 60s generation too and yes, we women (girls) were lucky to get to go au natural and still be beautiful. We wore very little makeup compared to today. It's shocking, and I'm sorry for you! If I were you, i'd cut way back on the makeup, just refuse to "do it" and make them like it! We did! It worked and it will always work, because men think you're beautiful no matter what. Sounds like the heavy hand of a misogynist society which apparently has way too much control over this day and age. Apparently we live in a more chauvinist and sexist society than ever! Stop wearing so much makeup! Rebel! Say no to an irrational, abusive culture. Makeup is fine for some women, I guess -- and can be good fun, on occasion, but it's not needed, or really wanted, by most men. A "painted face' is both a sign and method of subjugation still. Don't slather it on anymore just for society's sake!"

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44. Annetta77, 2019
"@eL shadaye that's what I been sayin'"

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45. SOCOMJON, 2019
"Daniel Fountain She’s the reason I’m here ❤️"

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46. btinsley1, 2019
"@Rossi Ross nope...look up betty davis "they say i'm different"...the world was NOT ready for betty..she was ahead of her time! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKWPynScqgw. "

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47. saisiva bala, 2015
"She looks so hot"
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One slang connotation of the adjective "hot" is "sexy". The comments in this compilation that describe the photographed woman as "hot" probably include that connotation. However, in the United States since at least the early 2000s, "hot"/"fire" (also) may or only means "very good" without any connotations of sexiness. In the context of these comments "hot" and "fire" means "very attractive").

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48. Ket Hohyh, 2016
"hot black mama on the cover"

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49. jimeas popoloiv, 2016
"that women in the picture. She is to beautiful. Who is she?"
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"to" = "too". "Too" + an adjective means "very". This adverb plus adjective combination is usually considered a negative in the United States (for example, too noisy). However, it appears that throughout many cultures in the world, "too" + an adjective is a positive descriptor.

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50. XXL-Bilder Mehmet Parmak, 2017
"Queen of Motherland"

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51. saisiva bala, 2017
"i came here for the cover once again she is somethimg else

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52. Zadur Zadur, 2017
"who's the girl on the cover?"

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53. Middy Mizzle, 2017
"who's that nameless beauty in the photo?...hot as jalapenos"

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54. Raider4life, 2017
"Damn if she ain’t Cookie’s(Taraji P Henson) Mama she shoulda been!!
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"Cookie" is a character in the hit American television series "Empire"."

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55. Wafeeq Zarif, 2017
"But the sister on the album cover though..."
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Since at least 2013 "that...though" is a formation-probably from African American Vernacular English- that (now) indicates approval without comparing something or someone to another thing, person, or action which is considered less positively.
From http://mentalfloss.com/article/64323/evolution-noun-though
..."Urban Dictionary, for example, has "dat … doe" entries from late 2013 ("dat [blank] doe" from November 2013, for example) but the earliest "that … though" entry isn't until July 2014—almost a year later.

[...]

...the earlier Urban Dictionary entries for "dat booty doe" and similar expressions come with example scenarios which start with a negative comment about someone's face—a response like "but dat booty doe" or "dat smile tho" is clearly intended to express a mitigating factor.

But by a year later, it's become a general way of expressing approval without the initial setup of surprise or disappointment. A commenter on Reddit around the same time adds another contradiction-free example: "Watching a football game. Receiver makes great catch. 'That catch tho!'""...

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56. Benedict Beattie, 2017
"my girls got an afro too so happy :)"

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57. GBRL, 2017
"super dope and girls should wear afros more often these days"

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58. AV Young, 2017
"Who is the lady on the cover?"

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59. Adam Yoohasz, 2017
"Sister on the cover is Michelle pre Obama"

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60. Makhete Fall, 2017
"THAT WOMAN IS SUPER PRETTY// WOWOOOW. I AM GOING TO ASK MY GIRLFRIEND TO GROW AFRO. YEAP..."

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61. Dini Dinika, 2017
"So nice "sistà"!!! La belle époque. ...😍😍😍"
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Google translate from French to English:
"The good times"

The commenter may have written "sista" in parenthesis because that spelling of the word "sister" isn't found in his (or her) language.

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62. Night East, 2017
"Even Korean guy like me who has no information of 70s USA, that cover-lady is looks so charm and lovely."

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63. michael truthson, 2017
"Ok I always felt home girl on the cover lol was outta sight!!!!!"
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"home girl" - female version of "home boy". In this context, this is a positive referent for a Black female who looks like she is proud to be a Black woman from a Black "hood" (neighborhood).

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64. grizz22604, 2018
"she sure is!!!"

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65. LADY HYDRO JEN, 2018
"What a beautiful Sista with an amazing fro. I love this. Bring back the 70s. OLD SCHOOL FOREVER.
💁🏾‍♀️💋🖤💎👊🏾"
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This comment was written on that discussion thread in bold font.

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66. scottjinx, 2018
"such awesome music & that funky girl is beautiful, i will never understand why African chicks straighten their hair n stuff, nothing more beautiful than that natural fuzzy fro hey :)"

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67. JustinNasty, 2018
"Anyone else think she looks like a young Michelle Obama in this picture? 😂"

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68. The_Ghost Tiger, 2019
"Why y'all sista can't rock natural like systagurly in the photo! Sick of this hair hat nation.
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"Hair hat" is one colloquial term for "wigs", or more generally speaking, "fake hair". "Fake hair" also includes hair extensions (also referred to as [hair] weaves)."

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Positive References To Black Natural Hairstyles That Were Worn By Attendees At Prince Harry & Meghan Markles' Wedding (With Two Videos Of Meghan Markles As A Child)

Edited by Azizi Powell

This pancocojams post compiles examples of positive references to natural hairstyles (dreadlocks, cornrows, twists, twist outs, braids, or 'fros) that were worn by attendees at the wedding of the Duke & Duchess of Sussex (Prince Harry & Meghan Markle) on May 19, 2018.

In particular, this compilation documents how different terms were used to refer to the same hairstyles- for instance, in various articles or comments Meghan Markles' mother Doria Ragland's hairstyle was referred to as "dreadlocks", "twists", or "twist outs"- which aren't the same hairstyles.

Also, tennis champion Serena Williams' hairstyle was referred to as "braids" or "cornrows" which again are two different hairstyles - although some people might (correctly?) say that she wore both hairstyles. However, Serena's hairstyle was also referred to as "braided cornrows and thigh-length Senegalese twists" and twists aren't the same as braids.

The Addendum to this post also showcases two videos of Meghan Markle as a child.

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The content of this post is presented for historical and socio-cultural purposes.

All content remains with their owners.

Congratulations and best wishes to the Duke & Duchess of Sussex and thanks to all those who are mentioned in this post. Thanks also to all those who are quoted in this post and thanks to the publishers of these videos on YouTube.
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Visit http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2018/05/article-excerpt-about-andre-walkers.html "Article Excerpt About Andre Walker's Hair Typing System And Selected Black Natural Hair Care & Hair Styling Terms" for definitions of the natural hair terms that are used in this post.

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EXAMPLES OF POSITIVE REFERENCES TO NATURAL HAIRSTYLES (DREADLOCKS, CORNROWS, TWISTS, TWIST OUTS, BRAIDS, OR 'FROS) THAT WERE WORN BY ATTENDEES AT PRINCE HARRY & MEGHAN MARKLES' WEDDING

Pancocojams Editor's Note: These excerpts are given in no particular and are numbered for referencing purposes only. I'm interested in documenting the terms used as references for these hairstyles as well as some of the comments made about these hairstyles.

These selected comments purposely don't include any racists and/or otherwise negative examples. Among those racists comments were those that equated one or more of the attendees with monkeys or gorillas; those that indicated that cornrows should be named "cotton rows"; and those that indicated hairstyles styles being dirty, smelly, and/or ghetto.

References to these hair styles are given in italics to highlight these sentences.

Excerpt #1:
From https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/20/arts/television/meghan-markle-royal-wedding-blackness.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/20/arts/television/meghan-markle-royal-wedding-blackness.html Meghan Markle and the Bicultural Blackness of the Royal Wedding
...Despite [Meghan Markle's mother] Ms. [Doria] Ragland’s being the sole member of Ms. Markle’s family at the wedding, we still know so little about her. In contrast to the media obsession with Ms. Markle’s father and his children from his first marriage, Ms. Ragland is a bit of a mystery who rarely gives interviews. As a result of her silence, we are left to deduce meaning from her physical image. As she sat across from the British monarchy in her pale green Oscar de la Renta dress and coat, it was the symbolism of her long dreadlocks, quietly tucked underneath her hat, that spoke volumes as it reminded us that black women’s natural hair is regal too.

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But, for me, it was the awesome power of the Kingdom Choir — the Christian gospel group from southeast London — and its leader, the renowned gospel singer Karen Gibson, that captivated me. They did not simply give us a rollicking rendition of Ben E. King’s “Stand by Me,” but rather showcased the sheer breadth of a trans-Atlantic black identity. Against the muted tones of their beige and mauve clothing, the various hues of their brown complexions, the complexity of their hairstyles (ranging from twists to cornrows to straightened hair) and their expert use of the African-American songbook stood out even more.

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Excerpt #2:
From https://www.essence.com/hair/royal-wedding-meghan-markle-mom-doria-ragland-locs-nose-ring Meghan Markle's Mother Stunned With Her Nose Ring And Locs In A Twist Out At The Royal Wedding
Siraad Dirshe, May, 19, 2018
One of the many reasons we were excited to watch Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding was to see how Doria Ragland (Meghan's mom) stunned. As the mother of the bride, there was no doubt she'd show up looking absolutely gorgeous.

And that she did!

[…]

Fresh glowing skin, a slight smokey eye, and a nude lip comprised the look de jour. As for hair, Mama Ragland's shoulder length locs, she wore a twist out and pulled them away from her face. But the beauty accessory we couldn't get enough of was her nose ring."...

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Excerpt #3:
From http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-5745941/Doria-Ragland-debuts-new-hair-heels-ahead-Royal-wedding.html Doria's new look: Mother of the bride debuts new hair and heels as she joins Meghan at Cliveden House Hotel just hours before the Royal wedding
By Unity Blott For Mailonline, PUBLISHED: 13:48 EDT, 18 May 2018 | UPDATED: 18:08 EDT, 18 May 2018
“It was her first official appearance as the mother of the bride.

And Doria Ragland debuted a dramatic new look tonight as she arrived at Cliveden House Hotel with her daughter Meghan Markle tonight.

The yoga instructor and social worker, who wore her hair tied back as she jetted out of Los Angeles earlier this week, appeared to have styled her hair into soft twists, tied back with a silk scarf.

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[photo caption]
New look: The yoga instructor and social worker, who wore her cornrows tied back as she jetted out of Los Angeles on Friday, wore her hair down in soft twists, tied back with a scarf.

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Excerpt #4:
From https://www.essence.com/hair/serena-williams-royal-wedding-braids-cornrows-senegalese-twists Serena Williams Slayed In Cornrows And Senegalese Twists For The Royal Wedding
MICHELLE DARRISAW May, 19, 2018
"Serena Williams was the epitome of #HairGoals at the royal wedding.

The new mom arrived at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s ceremony at Windsor Castle on Saturday, along with her husband Alexis Ohanian, looking like American royalty in a blush pink, draped Versace dress that hugged her curves. But it was her fresh braided ‘do we couldn’t stop staring at.

Just before the wedding, Williams took to Instagram to show off her braided cornrows and thigh-length Senegalese twists, which were pulled up into a high ponytail and topped with a matching, sculptural fascinator. Needless to say, it was a standout cultural moment that was met with praise from both Williams and fans alike on social media.

“Look at my braids, I’m wearing braids! Yasss!” Williams said on her Instagram story, as she documented her wedding-day prep with Ohanian and her daughter.


Y'ALL SERENA IS WEARING BRAIDS!!!!!!! I REPEAT, SERENA WILLIAMS IS WEARING BRAIDS!!!!!!!! #RoyalWedding

5:38 AM - May 19, 2018

Halfwaybougie
@halfwaybougie
Loving all the locs, twists and braids at the #royalwedding come thru @serenawilliams 🙌🏾🏆

7:59 AM - May 19, 2018

Markle’s mom Doria Ragland also rocked her locs at the star-studded affair, and 36-year-old Williams gushed about her friendship with Markle as she was getting ready on Instagram.

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And honestly, we’re happy we just found a new protective style for summer. Slay, queen Serena!"
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"Fascinator" = a term for a hair accessories/ hair sculpture that is worn in women’s hair for formal events such as the Kentucky Derby or traditional English weddings

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Excerpt #5
From https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/meme-perfectly-illustrates-amazing-serena-williams-wore-cornrows-royal-wedding-013749491.html Diversity Of Looks
Serena Williams worn cornrows to the royal wedding

This meme perfectly illustrates why it was so amazing that Serena Williams wore cornrows to the royal wedding
by Maggie Parker Mon, May 21 9:37 PM EDT
"In case you somehow avoided the royal wedding, we should tell you that one of the aspects people cannot stop talking about is how diverse the beauty looks were compared to past royal events.

Of course, with Meghan Markle’s biracial background, some racial diversity was guaranteed. What caught everyone by sweet surprise, however, was that the diversity went far beyond the Duchess of Sussex. From the black gospel choir to the bishop who quoted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in his sermon, black heritage was proudly referenced. And while Meghan’s hair was in a popular low messy bun for her big day, some of her guests wore more creative ’dos. Serena Williams rocked long cornrows with a perfect pink fascinator, and Meghan’s mom, Doria Ragland, wore her hair in shoulder-length dreadlocks. Some of the gospel singers of the Kingdom Choir, which performed at the ceremony, wore their hair in fancy cornrowed updos, and others wore theirs in loose natural ’fros.

All of these women looked absolutely stunning and sophisticated...


Some see this as a major moment for black hair. A meme was created featuring Williams at the wedding with the caption, “If an employer/school ever makes a comment about your twits [sic], braids, or cornrows please reply with, ‘if it’s good enough for a royal wedding, it’s good enough for you.’” The meme has been shared on Instagram and has over 8,000 likes. It also features photos of Ragland, other African-American wedding guests like Oprah Winfrey, and a video of the choir showcasing members’ hairstyles, including conductor Karen Gibson’s gorgeous gray, braided updo.


Mae 🌻💛
@mmdotk
19 May
My daughter excitedly said to my mother, on seeing Doria Ragland: she has hair like yours 😭😭💗❤️🖤 #RoyalWeddding pic.twitter.com/iSPXj65JeK


TJartist
@TheTJartist
Our beautiful black hair(all styles, lengths and textures) was on display as elegant and acceptable for the occasion at a Royal Wedding.

Yooooo I was BEYOND that Serena wore rows!! With the long pony!! Yaaassss #blackgirlmagic,” one user commented on the post. “I noticed all of the black women’s hair! Twist, Braids, Locks, Nature Hair*, Relaxed Hair!! Let’s not forget the nose ring we have been always told by society that if our hair wasn’t a certain way it was socially unacceptable by the European standards! But this historical moment says otherwise! ” said another follower. “Our beautiful black hair (all styles, lengths and textures) was on display as elegant and acceptable for the occasion at a Royal Wedding,” someone tweeted. “My daughter excitedly said to my mother, on seeing Doria Ragland: she has hair like yours #RoyalWeddding.”

Shonda Rhimes shared a similar sentiment. “My 4 year old upon seeing Meghan Markle’s mother: ‘Mommy, the Queen is so beautiful!’ Me: ‘Yes. Yes, she is.’ She never once noticed any other Queen in the room. My work here is done.”

Gray’s point was proven last year when the Perception Institute found that white women demonstrate the strongest bias — both explicit and implicit — against textured hair, rating it as less beautiful, less sexy or attractive, and less professional than smooth hair.

But it’s not just natural black hair that is unaccepted; cornrows, braids and dreadlocks are far too often characterized as low-class and dirty. Remember the white mother who called her biracial daughter’s cornrows ugly and insinuated that the look was “too black?” Then there was the Banana Republic employee who faced discrimination over her braided hairstyle and was told by her manager that her look was inappropriate for working on the store floor. Two years ago, 9-year-old soccer player Aubrey Zvovushe-Ramos was unexpectedly pulled from the lineup by the referee because of the beads in her braids. And no one will ever forget when E! host Giuliana Rancic said on air that Zendaya’s dreadlocks made her smell “like patchouli oil. Or weed.”

So, as the meme points out, it’s important for the world to see that black hairstyles can be formal, sophisticated, and chic. “The meme does bring up a valid point: my locs/fro/curls are good enough for royalty but not good enough to clock in at my cubicle or be the CEO?” Gray argued. “But I also hope this brings awareness that whiteness (or proximity to it) is not the tool to measure beauty.” In other words, she said, it should not be up to white people to decide which black hairstyles are “acceptable.”
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“nature hair” probably a typo for “natural hair” meaning usual Black African hair texture [type 4] worn in its natural state without any heat or chemical treatments

"relaxed hair" = hair that is straightened by chemicals or by heat

Here's the link for the Instagram link mentioned in that article is https://www.instagram.com/p/Bi9xeuBga3_/?utm_source=ig_embed
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Here are some selected comments from that article's discussion thread (with numbers assigned for referencing purposes only)
1. 124Wiseone, May 22, 2018
"I think African Americans have often yielded to the comfort of whites. Perfect example is how some feel about the African American hair versatility. as reflected in the comments. A lot of the braids are amazing art. They are geometrically balanced. They are really a work of art. When Bo Derek wore them whites especially were in awe. But, for some reason Black hairstyles seem to be a threat to some whites. If you can't appreciate the versatility in Black hair, that's fine, but don't insult people. There is a certain comfort and freedom when African Americans do not conform to the comfort of whites."

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2. TERRY, May 22, 2018
"Everything in black culture is a threat to white people. They are insulted that we even exist."

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3. 124Wiseone, May 22, 2018
"@TERRY you can tell by the thumbs down replies."

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4. Neverchange, May 22, 2018
"Black women wore their natural hair at the Royal Wedding of Prince Hary and Meghan Markle and they knocked those styles right out of the ball park. Black women ROCK!! I am ecstatic!"

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5. Tara, May 22, 2018
"awww the jealousy here is hilarious...white women try to put their hair in braids and cornrows all day every day and claim credit for the trend, those are your wives, daughters and mothers.... lol bless your little hearts, hate what can't understand or have....so typical, especially the yahooligans...its ok, your daughter will be wearing the soon enough lol and the dreads you guys try to copy...but then you guys always steal from other cultures and then try to claim at as your own...again, typical

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6. Betty, May 22, 2018
"I was oblivious to the whole hair thing. I'm white and have naturally curly hair - after the torture of the feathering stage in the late 70's I gave up and embraced HUGE 80's hair, 90's spiral and working woman shorter waves. It's too exhausting to fight what parents mix up and spit out, your features are your features and they are beautiful. I'm glad black women are finally able to enjoy their hair!"

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7. TERRY, May 22, 2018
"As a black woman I would like to advise the writer of this article that Serena wore braids not cornrows. There is a difference."

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8. Willie, May 23, 2018
"This article is about corn rolls but it forgot to mention the big weave braid she was sporting."

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YOUTUBE VIDEOS THAT SHOW THE HAIRSTYLES MENTIONED IN THE COMMENTS ABOVE AS WELL AS SOME ADDITIONAL VIDEOS OF PEOPLE MENTIONED IN THOSE COMMENTS
Example #1: Emotional moment Prince Charles grabbed Meghan's mom Doria's hand, she belonged to the family



Hot news 24h Today, Published on May 21, 2018

Emotional moment Prince Charles grabbed Meghan's mom Doria's hand, she belonged to the family
Two people’s hands reaching for the other, and a warm smile. And from the way that Doria Ragland’s face lit up, she suddenly felt safe, no longer lonely in St George’s Chapel....

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Example #2: Meghan's mom is staying at Kensington Palace with her & Harry for wedding preparations



Royal Insider, Published on May 10, 2018

Meghan Markle’s mother has arrived! Doria Ragland flew to London to help her daughter prepare for her upcoming wedding to Prince Harry, Us Weekly confirms.
The yoga instructor, 61, is staying at Kensington Palace with Harry, 33, and Markle, 36. A source tells Us that Ragland will meet the entire royal family — including Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, Prince William and Duchess Kate — in the next few days, along with her ex-husband, Thomas Markle, who is scheduled to land in the U.K. later on Thursday, May 10.

The source adds that Ragland and Thomas will attend a private rehearsal at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle next week. The former actress’ best friend Jessica Mulroney will arrive in London on Monday, May 14.

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Example #3: Stand by Me' performed by Karen Gibson and The Kingdom Choir - The Royal Wedding - BBC



BBC, Published on May 19, 2018

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Example #4: Choir members react to royal wedding performance



CBS News, Published on May 20, 2018

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Example #5: Royal Wedding 2018: Serena Williams stuns in floral Valentino gown in her second look of the night



NEWS LIVE, Published on May 19, 2018

Royal Wedding 2018: Serena Williams stuns in floral Valentino gown in her second look of the night.
As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped out in their elegant outfit changes to celebrate their we .....

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Example #6: Royal wedding cellist: Teenaged musician Sheku Kanneh-Mason wows guests



CBC News, Published on May 20, 2018

The royal wedding cellist, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, 19, played three songs for guests as Harry and Meghan signed the register.
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Although most of the comments in this post referred to Black women who attended the royal wedding, Sheku Kanneh-Mason, the cellist who performed at the wedding should also be included in this post as he "sported" a 'fro.

Also, click http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2018/05/bishop-michael-currys-wedding-sermon.html for a pancocojams post about Bishop Michael Curry who delivered a sermon at the royal wedding. Bishop Curry also had a 'fro.

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ADDENDUM- TWO VIDEOS OF THE DUCHESS OF SUSSEX (FORMERLY MEGHAN MARKLE) AS A CHILD
1. See Meghan Markle When She Was an 11-Year-Old With Pigtails



Inside Edition, Published on Nov 27, 2017

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2. See Meghan Markle on ‘90s Nickelodeon Show After Protesting Sexist Commercial



Inside Edition, Published on Nov 30, 2017
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These videos certainly seem to indicate that Meghan has her hair "relaxed". meaning she has her hair straightened.

In the late 1960s and 1970s and beyond that time some Black people postulated that whether people of Black descent wore their hair straightened or un-straightened (i.e. in a "natural" hairstyle) was an indicator of how "conscious" they were. "Conscious" her meant and means the same thing as the contemporary African American Vernacular English term "woke"- "to be aware of (alert to) and to work toward issues concerning social justice and racial justice, particularly as they concern Black and Brown people.

Acceptance of Black natural hairstyles is important for many psychological and socio-cultural reasons and it is good to see Black people and other populations recognizing that natural hairstyles can be beautiful. However, hopefully, we have grown past that time when wearing straightened or natural hairstyles are indicators of a person's "consciousness" or state of being "woke".

I believe that, inadvertently, the Duchess of Sussex, formerly Meghan Markle, will help reinforce this point.


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Five YouTube Hair Styling Videos For Females With Type 3 Or Type 4 Hair (The Most Common African American Hair Types)

Edited by Azizi Powell

This is Part II of a two part pancocojams series on an African American hair typing system and video examples of those hair types.

This post showcases several tutorial or hair styling several videos for females with type 3 and type 4 hair.

Click http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2018/05/article-excerpt-about-andre-walkers.html for Part I of this pancocojams series. Part I also includes some definitions for Black natural hair care and hair styling terms. That post also includes some definitions for Black natural hair care and hair styling terms. By "Black natural hair" I mean type 3 and type 4 hair that is in its natural state (without the addition of heat or chemicals).

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The content of this post is presented for cultural and educational purposes.

All copyrights remain with their owners.

Thanks to all those who are featured in and who published these YouTube videos.

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SHOWCASE VIDEOS
Example #1: Night to Morning Natural Hair Routine



Mini Marley, Published on Jul 2, 2015
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Some people use twists to develop dreadlocs. If so, they wouldn't "take out" their twists.

A commenter wrote that she's noticed the pineapple nightly hair care custom (putting her hair up and covering the back and sides of the hair with a scarf has also been used as a daytime hair style for some females.
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I think that this video blogger (vlogger) has type 4b or 4c hair (or a combination of both 4b and 4c hair).

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Example #2: Yemi Alade inspired detailed hair tutorial. #3/5 Fulani



Hair By Habiba, Published on Sep 15, 2016
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Yemi Alade is a famous Nigerian Afrobeats singer. Click that name for pancocojams post on that singer.

Here are some selected comments from this video's discussion thread:
KeeNa Makiba, 2017
"How would someone with 4C or 4B hair achieve be this look with not having long hair like ur daughter?"

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. Hair By Habiba, 2017
"Just use some kinky textured extensions or even Marley hair ! Hope this helps 😀"

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KeeNa Makiba, 2017
"Hair By Habiba
Ok thank u very much ..I have very short hair and I love this video very much very helpful ..I'm going to try this style for a concert...I'm just starting out natural hair style..so this style will be my first!"
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These comments document the way that some Black people are reclaiming the word "kinky" which once was (and often still is) considered a very negative descriptor of [a lot of] Black people's hair type (texture). "Kinky" means "full of tight curls". Type 4 hair is the most tightly coiled (curled) hair texture.

In my opinion, "tightly curled" is probably a more socially acceptable way for people-especially non-Black people - to refer to this hair type.

Note that people (like me) can have more than one type of hair in different parts of their head. For instance, some strands of my hair in the front and the sides are relatively straight and the rest of my hair is tightly curled. So maybe my hair types are 3b & 4a or 4a & 4b. By the way, I didn't really know what my real (natural) hair texture* looked or felt like until I began wearing my hair naturally (in an Afro) when I was 17 years old.

*Back in the day (in the 1950s t0 1970s) Black people used to refer "good hair" and "bad hair". "Good hair was hair textures that most White people had/have (now refer to as "type 2" and "type 3" hair textures). "Bad" hair was hair like most Black people had/have (now called "type 4" hair textures.) We (Black people) used to refer to people's "grade" of hair rather than type or texture of hair.

I think the hair type of the girl in this video has 3a or 3b or 3c hair.

Also, "Marley Hair" that is mentioned in one of these comments is a specific brand of fake hair that is sold for extensions (weaves).

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Example #3: 10 Quick and Easy Hairstyles on Natural Hair - 3B/3C



Jasmine D, Published on Oct 18, 2015

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Example #3: 6 Cute Ways to Style Your natural TWA 3c 4a 4b & 4c friendly



DISCLAIMER: The small white buds in my hair is the build up of both products used( gel and leave in conditioner). When 2 products don't have the same base they don't mix well.

DETAILS
Hi Guys, So today i decided to show you 6 styles I do with my TWA. For everyone who has a Teenie Weenie Afro knows its difficult to style it, because its so short and you don't know what to do with it. Been there Done that. I got sick of the regular curly fro after a week so I started to play around and experiment with my hair and came up with these 6 styles. They're different and easy to achieve. I hope this video helps.

1.) The Wash N Go Revival is reviving my 4 day old wash n go. I do his by applying water to reactivate the product already in my hair.
2.) The Side Part is pretty self Explanatory, lol.
3.)The Afro is my curls and kinks being picked out.
4.)The half up is like wearing back fro but instead I sleek the sides down and pin the top half up.
5.) The back Fro is my edges sleeked back but the back of hair is in an Afro.
6.) The Sleek Slick Back is brushing ALL of hair down and to the back.

xoxo
Markia Daily

Products Used:
Spray bottle ( filled with water)
Cantu Shea Leave In Conditioner
Detangler comb
Soft Bristle Brush
Hard Bristle Brush
Olive Oil ECO Styler Gel

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Example #4: 7 NATURAL HAIRSTYLES (For Short to Medium Length Natural Hair) (4B/C Hair)


Healthy Afro Hair, Published on Mar 23, 2018

Natural hairstyles created on my natural hair. So this is the first hairstyles video I’ve done on my channel since going natural.

By the way, prior to styling my hair I used a small amount of the following products for some of the styles;

1. Water
2. Aunt Jackies Knot On My Watch Instant Detangling Therapy
3. Eco Style Black Castor & Flaxseed Oil Gel.

These are not shown in the video, as the main focus was on the hairstyles and NOT products. So feel free to use ones of your choice.

Let me know which one(s) you like best!

Hope you enjoy the video 😊

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Example #5: Perfect Twistout EVERYTIME on Type 4 Natural Hair // Lasts 7 Days+



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Article Excerpt About Andre Walker's Hair Typing System And Selected Black Natural Hair Care & Hair Styling Terms

Edited by Azizi Powell

This is Part I of a two part pancocojams series on an African American hair typing system and video examples of those hair types.

This post provides text only information about the Andre Walker hair typing system with a focus on its descriptions of the most common African American hair types: type 3 and type 4 (with type 3c and type 4c additions).

This post also includes some definitions for Black natural hair care and hair styling terms. By "Black natural hair" I mean type 3 and type 4 hair that is in its natural state (without the addition of heat or chemicals).

Click http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2018/05/five-youtube-tutorial-or-hair-styling.html for Part II of this pancocojams series. Part II showcases five hair styling several videos for females with type 3 and type 4 hair.

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The content of this post is presented for cultural and educational purposes.

All copyrights remain with their owners.

Thanks to Andre Walker for devising this hair typing system and thanks to those who added the other two hair type descriptions to that system. Also, thanks to all those who are quoted in this post.

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INFORMATION ABOUT ANDRE WALKER'S HAIR TYPING SYSTEM
From https://www.curlcentric.com/hair-typing-system/
The Only Hair Typing System Article You’ll Ever Need by KENNETH
"What’s your hair type? Are you a 3b or 4A hair type? Maybe – that is if you decide to use one well-known hair typing system. Your hair type could also be an “OS” or an “IS” according to a different hair typing system.

We’re asked very often about hair typing systems. More specifically – many naturals are interested in how to determine their hair type. Generally speaking – we don’t discuss hair typing very often because there are many things that each person must do to care for their hair regardless of their individual hair type.

Having said that, we do recognize that there are some differences associated with caring for certain types of hair. Furthermore, many women utilize hair typing systems to describe the way their hair looks.

I think it’s important to be clear about a few things before we begin discussing hair types. There are multiple hair typing systems – including the Andre Walker Hair Typing System, LOIS, and FIA’s Hair Typing System.

We don’t endorse or recommend any particular hair typing system, however, we recognize that the system created by Andre Walker is substantially more popular well-known and communicated than the other hair typing systems.

Note: This doesn’t imply that Andre Walker’s system is necessarily the best or most accurate.

During this guide I will discuss very specific details associated with the most popular hair typing systems – beginning with Andre Walker, then LOIS and finally FIA.

Disclaimer: It’s very easy to incorrectly determine your hair type if you only look at the pictorial representations that have been provided. Please don’t rule out a particular hair type simply because your hair doesn’t look like the pictures below.

Andre Walker Hair Typing System

Andre Walker is famously known for creating a hair typing system or infamously known depending on your perspective. Andre reveals his hair typing system in a book titled Andre Talks Hair!.

Andre makes it very clear in his book that everyone has good hair regardless of ethnicity. He was hoping to immediately debunk the often ridiculous good hair vs. bad hair debate prior to diving into a discussion about hair typing.

Unfortunately, many people believe that Andre’s Hair Typing System is hierarchical and intentionally places kinky hair in the bottom (“worst”) category. Andre has made statements over the years that have offended many Type 4 women – including the following comment:

Andre Walker on Type 4 hair: “I always recommend embracing your natural texture. Kinky hair can have limited styling options; that’s the only hair type that I suggest altering with professional relaxing”. Type 4 hair types include the most common hair types found in black hair.

That statement started a tremendous amount of buzz on the internet. He later issued a statement to clarify his initial comments immediately following the Elle article on his personal website. Regardless of his original intentions, his comments definitely offended many women.

Even if you have a negative opinion of Andre Walker, I encourage you to read the book yourself and develop your own opinion of his hair typing system in Andre Talks Hair!. Andre’s system isn’t communicated accurately on many popular blogs that have written articles about the system. Having said that, let’s discuss the hair types defined in Andre Talks Hair!.

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Type 3: Curly Hair
Type 3 Curly Hair: Curly hair textures have a definite “S” shaped curl pattern. Since the cuticle doesn’t lay flat, you will notice that curly hair isn’t nearly as shiny as Type 1 (straight hair) or Type 2 (wavy hair) hair types.

Type 3A hair is very shiny and loose.
Type 3B hair has a medium amount curls, ranging from bouncy ringlets (spiral like curls of hair) to tight corkscrews (spiral-shaped corkscrew curls).
Type 3C hair isn’t a part of the Andre Walker Hair Typing System. Please see the “what’s missing” section below for more information.

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Type 4: Kinky Hair
Type 4 Kinky Hair: Type 4 is “kinky” or more appropriately full of tight coils (tightly curled hair). Typically, Type 4 hair is also extremely wiry and fragile. Often times, it appears to be coarse, however, it is really very fine, with several thin hair strands densely packed together. Note that type 4 hair is one [of] the most common hair types found in black hair (African American hair).

Type 4A hair is full of tight coils. It has an “S” pattern when stretched, much like Type 3 curly hair.
Type 4B hair has a less defined pattern of curls and looks more like a “Z” as the hair bends with very sharp angles.
Type 4C hair isn’t a part of the Andre Walker Hair Typing System. Please see the “what’s missing” section below for more information.
What’s Missing? Now, Let’s Discuss Hair Type 3C and Type 4C

You’ll notice that Type 3C and Type 4C hair types aren’t mentioned in the discussion above, that’s because they were not included in the original Andre Walker system.

Type 3C was created after Andre Walker released his hair typing system by a community member at NaturallyCurly.com. The prevailing thought was that the original hair typing system left this hair type out. Consequently, Type 3C hair has been defined as tight curls or coils that look like corkscrews.

Type 4C, like Type 3C, isn’t an actual hair type according to Andre Walker’s Hair System. His comments are actually very simple regarding Type 4 (Kinky) hair – if you can see a definite curl pattern, then you have Type 4A hair. If you can’t identify a defined, specific curl pattern, then your hair type is 4B. I would imagine that the Type 4C hair type was created by a member within the natural hair community – just like the Type 3C hair type."...

This article includes descriptions of type 1 and type 2 in Andre Walker's hair typing system. This article also includes information about two other hair typing systems.

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SELECTED BLACK NATURAL HAIR CARE AND HAIR STYLING TERMS
Pancocojams Editor's Note: Definitions for some of these terms are found in more than one excerpt.

Update: May 23, 2018- Excerpt #5 added

Excerpt #1:
From https://www.asiamnaturally.com/glossary.html
GLOSSARY OF NATURAL HAIR CARE TERMS
"Bantu Knots- A hairstyle created by carefully and precisely parting hair in small-to-medium sections, and then twisting the sections in one direction until they wrap into neat knots. The knots are often secured near the scalp with bobby or hair pins.

Bantu Knot Out- A style, with a highly defined curly or wavy texture, created by releasing Bantu Knots after they are dry.

BC (Big Chop) - Cutting off all relaxed or chemically-treated portions of the hair, leaving only natural-textured new growth.

BNC (Braid-n-Curl) - A style created by plaiting or braiding the hair while wet, and then curling the ends with rollers or flexi rods. After the hair is dry, the braids and rollers are removed to reveal a wavy and curly hair texture.

Coils- A hairstyle achieved by taking small sections of wet or very damp hair and smoothing, while rotating the sections, one-by-one, from root to tip. Tiny styling combs have been used for coils, as well as a finger. Typically, a gel is applied prior to coiling for longer-lasting hold and shine.

Coily - A term used to reference the texture characteristic of natural Type 4 hair, whereby the configuration of the strand resembles a small-diameter ink pen spring. The coil is most evident when the hair is wet and/or defined with a curling custard/ gel. It usually remains evident when the hair is allowed to dry undisturbed from a soaking wet stage.

Flat Twists - A technique whereby the hair is two-strand twisted flat to the scalp, in cornrow fashion.

Fluff - The use of fingers or a pick to add volume and shape to natural hair.

'Fro - Afro

Hair Types - 1/2a/2b/2c/ 3a/3b/3c/4a/4b/4cHair typing refers to the amount of texture hair has. Naturally straight hair isType 1, loose-wavy hair is type 2, curly hair is type 3 and coily hair is type 4. In the case of types 3 and 4, the sub-classifications from a - c, are based upon the diameter of the curl or coil. For instance a type 3a curl may have the diameter of a nickel, a 3b, like a dime. Type 4, which is the most common for people of African descent, ranges from the diameter of a pencil eraser (4a), to the diameter of an ink pen spring (4b), and even smaller than that, (type 4c). In some cases, hair may even have a tight z zigzag pattern and no coil at all. This hair type classification system was created by renowned hairstylist and entrepreneur, Andre Walker.

Locks/Locs- A hairstyle whereby small sections of hair are twisted and over time, the strands become permanently secured. As locks/locs grow, they can become quite long.

Pineappleing- Pulling hair into one or several pony puffs, (depending on hair length), using covered or ouch less bands. The balance of the hair remains free. The puff(s) are positioned at the top or at several sites across the head. This procedure helps preserve the coil/curl definition of the style overnight, and also provides some stretch to the hair. When using this technique, it's best to sleep on a satin pillowcase. In the morning, the bands are removed and the sections are gently shaken or fluffed.

Pony Puff- A hairstyle whereby the hair is pulled back at the crown, sides and nape, using headbands, hair pins, scarves, etc. The remaining hair extends freely.

Protective Styling- A hairstyle that helps protect the ends of hair from dehydration and damage, by eliminating the need for mechanical manipulation, (combing, brushing, picking, etc.) and shielding against environmental exposure, (i.e. sun, heat, cold, wind). Some examples are buns, braids, twists, ponytails and various head coverings.

Shingling- A form of Wash n' Go styling whereby a styling curl cream or curl gel is liberally applied section-by section to clean, very wet hair. As the styling product is applied to each relatively small section of hair, the section is smoothed between the thumb and forefinger, in a downward motion from root to tip. The smoothing action, in combination with the styling product immediately makes the coil/curl/wave pattern evident. The hair is then either air-dried or dried with the use of a hood dryer. Once dry, the hair can be gently fluffed for style.

Shrinkage - A term used to describe the reduction of the visual length of hair. It is a process that occurs as wet hair dries and re-coils into its natural texture pattern.

Texturizer- A chemical treatment used to partially relax or loosen the natural curl pattern of highly textured hair. Provides greater stretch/elongation/length, and helps the hair to trail in a downward direction, (as opposed to an "up on out" direction, like an afro.) Texturizers are usually a form of relaxers, just milder in formulation or allowed to process using a different technique or timeframe. Texturizers alter the natural coil/curl pattern permanently and hair processed with them must be cut off in order to return one's hair to its natural state.

TNC (Twist-n-Curl) - A styling technique whereby wet or damp hair is two-strand twisted and then rolled on rods or rollers. Once dry, the curlers are removed and the hair untwisted.

Transitioning- This is the process, (also called "the journey" or "going natural") whereby one's natural-textured hair is allowed to grow in, while the previously chemically-treated hair is trimmed off in stages. The goal is to have a full head of all-natural hair, but to do so without abruptly cutting off (via the Big Chop) all of the processed hair. A degree of length is maintained by only gradually removing the relaxed or permed portions. Transitioning also involves managing the coily-textured new-growth as it increasingly co-exists with the remaining hair. The strategy for some is to wear textured styles (i.e., rod sets and braids) as the new hair grows in to minimize the texture differences, or to wear or wigs/weaves for a period of time.

TWA - Teeny Weeny Afro

Twist OutA hairstyle created by first two-strand twisting the hair while wet or damp. After the hair is dry, the twists are carefully released and styled.

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Twist Out- A hairstyle created by first two-strand twisting the hair while wet or damp. After the hair is dry, the twists are carefully released and styled.

Two-Strand Twists - A hairstyle technique whereby sections of hair are divided into two smaller sections and then wound around each other. The last half-inch or so of each twist is left loose and twirled around the index finger into a coil. 2-Strand Twists can be worn as a hairstyle in and of itself or the twists can be carefully released when dry (Twist-Out) for a look that's fuller, yet with a well-defined coily/wavy texture.

Wash n' Go - A term referring to a relatively quick and easy styling session whereby a defined finished style is achieved without twisting, braiding, knotting, rodding, etc. Hair is first cleansed and conditioned. Coils/curls are then defined with gel or a styling cream and allowed to air dry or dried using a diffuser attachment on a blow dryer set to a low temperature.

May be abbreviated as WnG or W&G
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Note that "pineapple" also refers to a hairstyle in which the hair is worn in a ponytail on top of your hair with hair tufts (coils) showing.

Note that "Twist outs" may also be done with twisting three hair strands.

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Excerpt #2
Source: https://www.xojane.com/beauty/hair/black-hair-glossary A Black Hair Glossary, From A Woman Who's Tired Of People Trying To Pet Her

Growing up, friends would always ask me why my hair was different from theirs. I wish I could've just given them this mini dictionary!

CHRISTINE OCTOBER 18, 2013
"B
Braid out: Braiding hair, letting it set in for a few hours, overnight or even days to later releasing them to form a wavy or crimped pattern.

C
Cornrows: Braids, typically done in rows, that lay flat to the scalp. Usually this is the foundation for a weave.

D
Detangling: Removing all tangles, knots, and kinks from your hair. Word to the wise: Please DO NOT EVER detangle your hair when it is bone dry. Instead you can try applying conditioner from root to tip ensuring the hair is evenly coated to avoid excessive tension that will cause breakage.

Dreadlocks: Hair that has been allowed to matte over time.

F
Flat twists: Twists done flat to the scalp typically done in rows.

H
Hair Type Classification System: Or your curl pattern. This system was inspired by Andre Walker (he’s queen bee Oprah’s hair stylist) and is used to identify your hair...

Head tie: A silk or satin scarf that is worn on hair that is relaxed, natural, weaved or in a protective style. Mainly done at night (or days on end if you’re my cousin Naomi), this helps to keep the hair smooth, sleek and tangle-free, preserving the shape and style of the hair as well. Let’s just say you have little to worry about in the morning if you wrap your hair at night and do not have to deal with a messy bed head in the morning. Just unravel and go girl.

Leave-In conditioner: A conditioning product that is to be left on the hair and is not to be rinsed out. It is used to provide hair with added moisture for stronger strands...

P
Protective styling: Hairstyles that require low manipulation of the hair that are done to protect the hair or give it a break from daily styling and/or wear and tear. This can include weaves, braids, wigs, and twists.

S
Shrinkage: The difference between what your hair looks like when it is wet and gently stretched out to its maximum length to what it looks like when it is dry. African American textured hair can shrink up to 75%-80% of its actual length and some girls who go natural find this to be bothersome because shrinkage does not showcase the actual progress of the individual’s hair. There are many different ways to combat shrinkage such as braids, flexi-rod sets or roller sets.

T
Tender-headed: When a person has a sensitive scalp and it hurts when hair is combed or braided. This was me as a kid and it is still me now. I do not like other people doing my hair because that ish hurts. I know what is best for my hair and how much my hair can take, so I prefer to do it myself. If you can’t do it on your own, for the sake of your hair and your edges, enlist and invest in a stylist you can trust. Please and thank you.

Tracks: A parting or a cornrow that establishes the placement pattern of wefts. Side note: You know you have a bad weave when your tracks are showing. Just sayin’.

Transitioning: Growing out the relaxed hair to expose the natural texture.

Touch up: For the girls wearing their hair in a relaxed state, this is the process of applying relaxer to the new growth, usually about ½ to 1 inch every 6-8 weeks.

Twist out: Two-strand twisting natural or relaxed hair using products of your choice: Shea butter, leave-in conditioner, and castor oil to name a few. Usually done before bed, this style is heat free, giving hair defined curls and versatility. A few tips: the longer they twists in, the better, so most girls choose do this right before bed. The smaller they are, the more defined they come out. The way you sleep is also key because you want to preserve the style, not flatten the curls. Use a satin/silk pillowcase or a large satin/silk scarf or bonnet. In the morning, unravel the twists (do not separate them), finger style and go.


W
Wash and go: This is meant to be a carefree technique. You can either wash your hair with shampoo or co-wash but always use a heavy conditioner when doing so. Once hair is cleaned and conditioned, add a cream or gel and then leave it to air dry or use a diffuser. Before this process you can add oil such as coconut, avocado or olive oil as a pre-poo/pre-wash treatment.

Wrapping hair: This is the necessary act of tying hair up, usually at night, with a silk or satin scarf to maintain style and healthy hair. Doing this helps prevent split ends while sleeping and also extends the lifespan of your hairstyle. To do so, take a brush and wrap your hair either clockwise or counterclockwise. Once done, you can secure with long bobby pins if you want. Then take a silk or satin scarf and tie it around your wrapped hair along the perimeter of your head. This will take a lot of practice to shape your hair to your scalp. But let me tell you honey, once you have it down pat, life will be so much easier."

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Excerpt #3:
From https://blackhairspot.com/blog/hair-talk/natural-hair-movement
NATURAL HAIR MOVEMENT – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
..."Natural Hair Lingo
It’s easier to understand a topic when you know the lingo. Natural hair is no different:

big chop – cutting off one’s chemically straightened or damaged hair and allowing it to grow back in it’s natural texture.

bantu knot – a hairstyle in which the hair is twisted and rolled up into small buns

TWAs – teeny weeny afros – a short natural hairstyle with a maximum hair length of 2 inches.

faux locs – fake or imitation dreadlocks.

transition – the time after your last chemical straightening but before the big chop.”...
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The letters in the term "TWAs" are pronounced separately.

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Excerpt #4
From https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hair_twists
"Hair twists, flat twists, or mini-twists, are a hairstyle popular with Afro-textured hair in the United States, and sometimes with other hair textures. The style is achieved by dividing the hairs into several sections, twisting strands of hair, then twisting two twisted strands around one another. They can also be created with one strand of hair at a time, with a comb.[1] They are not to be confused with larger, longer dreadlocks, (or "locs").

Twists can be made when naturally curly hair is still wet and somewhat relaxed from soaking with hot water; when the hair dries, it will shrink, creating a tightly woven texture to the hair twists. Twists can also be done with dry hair for a different texture. Twists can be combined with other hairstyles at the same time, such as afro-puffs and Afro.

In order to maintain twist hairstyles, wearers are advised by hairstylists to cover their hair with a headscarf or durag at night.[2]

Twist out
A variation of hair twists is called a "twist out",[3] where twisted hair is untwisted to create a large, loosely crimped texture, similar in appearance to hair crimping on Caucasian-textured hair that is ordinarily straight. There are two different variations to a "twist out," one method can be done with using two stands of hair and another method uses three stands of hair called a "three stand twist out". Both result in a textured hairstyle when untwisted.[4]

Other twist hairstyles include Senegalese twists, Marley twists, and Havana twists. All of these hairstyles require specific types of hair extensions that are installed to one's head. These styles have been labeled as protective styles because they protect the person's natural hair from daily manipulation. Senegalese twists originated in Senegal, Africa and are commonly performed in African hair salons across the U.S. This style uses synthetic Kanekalon hair, which can last anywhere from one to three months. Marley and Havana twists are more recent hairstyles widely spread through the black hair community in 2013. They look very similar to one another, but have distinct differences. Marley twists use Marley hair extensions that can be found in most hair supply stores from various hair companies and Havana twists use Havana hair extensions sold by few companies that are only available online. Havana twists are generally done with fewer twists than the Marley hairstyle and also weigh less in density because the hair is much fluffier in texture than Marley hair. Both hairstyles like Senegalese can last from one to three months, but should not be kept in for a longer period of time. Due to the technique of these hairstyles a person's natural hair can begin to get matted or form into dreadlocks.
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“Afro-textured hair” = type 3 and type 4 hair textures [according to the Andre Walker Hair Typing System]

Note that "Marley Hair" is a specific brand of fake hair that is sold for extensions (weaves).

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Excerpt #5
https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110111092551AA3r1qp
What is the difference between having dreadlocks and twists in your head?
"I want dreadlocks, but are dreadlocks and twists the same hairstyles or are they different?"

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"Best Answer: The difference between 'Locks' and 'Twists' are:
TWISTS are the stage that hair goes through to become locks. Twists are simply bunches of hair that have been twisted together , and look like locks. The primary difference is that twists can unravel- they aren't permanent. Most people get twists, and keep them in for a few weeks, then have them taken out for a new hair style.Twists are typically shorter in length; they are normally no more than 1 to 2.5 inches long.

LOCKS on the other hand are the advanced stage of twisted hair. When twists 'mature', they began to tangle-- the hair is actually knotted at this point. When a twist reaches this stage (after about 6 months), it starts to become permanent. The hair is so knotted that it is 'locked' in. Typically, the only way to remove locks are to cut them down to the point where they haven't fully knotted yet- that means probably cutting the hair down to within an inch of the scalp.

Twists- Shorter/Temporary
Locks- Longer/Permanent

PS. Locks can be short. But typically, if you see really short locks, they're likely just twists
Source(s):
I have been growing locks for 2.5 years. I had to go through it all [="
Jabbar. 2011
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As a point of clarification, a lot of people who wear their hair in "twists" or "twist outs" aren't trying to grow dreads (dreadlocks; locs). Also, a lot of people wear twists hairstyles for much less than the couple of weeks that is mentioned in this response.

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RELATED LINK:
http://pancocojams.blogspot.com/2013/02/good-hair-bad-hair-black-attitudes.html Good Hair & Bad Hair (Black Attitudes About Our Hair)
Edited by Azizi Powell on 2/2013; updated- 10/2016

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