Phases: A Memoir essays Gifted and Black takes stock

Gifted and Black takes stock of how these new voices are impacting the way we think about identity

As it explores sexual desire and identity

and innocence of underrepresented bodies—and behold their pleasure

Like many other boys

identity politics

Phases: A Memoir essays Gifted and Black takes stockThe iconic, multiplatinum, Grammy Awardwinning performer Brandy brings us a raw, intimate portrait of her life, charting her growth to stardom from Mississippi churches to Hollywood spotlights From the moment she first sang at church in McComb, Mississippi, Brandy knew her voice was special. At fourteen she landed her first record deal. At fifteen her album went platinum. At sixteen she was starring in the hit sitcom Moesha and became the first Black