https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng The Breakdown of A Pivotal Poem that Reflects on one of America's Darkest Times en-us 2018-10-28 03:13:38 UTC 2018-10-29 08:26:14 UTC hello@padlet.com sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709057 This article talks about the evolution from poem to song, and how it took over Billie Holiday's life. A self made singer, Holiday took "Strange Fruit" to the top, and would never leave her side. This reflects on how her raw emotion and vulnerability with the lyrics would take a toll, and it would become her life. ]]> 2018-10-28 03:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709057 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709129 This article talks about how Holiday became a star. This relates to how "Strange Fruit" would impact her life, and the history behind the beloved artist. ]]> 2018-10-28 03:55:49 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709129 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709238 Talking about how the song was discovered, Milt Gabler felt the song was too short, therefore creating the long seventy second introduction, one that would introduce the raw intensity and emotion. ]]> 2018-10-28 03:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709238 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709247 Time Magazine named "Strange Fruit" the song of the century in 1999, explaining why it is so powerful and impactful to society today. ]]> 2018-10-28 03:58:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709247 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709295 This article talks about the history of lynching in America, and how they were used as forms of dehumanization and terror against African Americans. Showing graphic images of lynchings and protests, this article goes beyond to explain why white people in America were horrible people in the 20th Century. ]]> 2018-10-28 03:59:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709295 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709386 This study shows interesting finds about white Americans dehumanizing African Americans because they would subconsciously associate them with apes. An interesting take on the actions of white Americans, it helps to show the psychology behind the horrific events during this time. ]]> 2018-10-28 04:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297709386 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297884980 Abel Meeropol grew up during a time of lynchings, and was horrified when he saw a picture of two men being lynched. This source goes through his journey to writing this poem and how it became "Strange Fruit".]]> 2018-10-29 06:30:46 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297884980 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297885273 Not only did Abel Meeropol write "Strange Fruit", but was also part of another incredibly famous story in the 20th century. This provides background on the influential writer and looks into his life, and how he was deeply affected by the world around him. ]]> 2018-10-29 06:33:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297885273 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297886515 Here is an interactive map of America from 1877-1950 that displays the reported lynchings during that time. Most of the lynchings are recorded in the South, but were not restricted to solely Confederate states. This also includes 5 lynching stories, placing reality right in front of the reader, like Abel witnessed when he saw the picture. ]]> 2018-10-29 06:43:29 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297886515 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297888612 After writing "Strange Fruit", Meeropol wrote music under the name Lewis Allan. He was an accomplished writer and was famous for his moving songs in the 20th century. Dying at the age of 83, he left the world with impactful music. ]]> 2018-10-29 06:59:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297888612 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297889152 This is the short film "The House I Live In" that was written by Lewis Allan. It shows the impact his other creations had on society as well. ]]> 2018-10-29 07:03:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297889152 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890050 Still sung today, "Strange Fruit" is often sang to remind people of how far African Americans have come, and to never forget their heritage. Jill Scott sings at Shining a Light: a concert to celebrate African American culture. This shows that the same raw emotion of the poem is carried throughout time and displayed by other artists.  ]]> 2018-10-29 07:10:20 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890050 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890079 This is a powerful video created to display an interpretation of Nina Simone's version of "Strange Fruit". With an African American female dressed as the Statue of Liberty, painted in white, it manifests a profound image of America. With the actress crying, she shows the pain that America went through, and the suffering and sorrow of her people. A powerful video that is one way of expressing artistry. ]]> 2018-10-29 07:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890079 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890895 This performance was by a white female. Although there is some controversy behind her singing the song, many have argued that no matter what race, everyone can show compassion during this time of violence. "Strange Fruit" was written by a white Jewish male who was in horror after seeing a photo of a lynching. Annie Lennox sings beautifully, demonstrating the power and emotion the songs is meant to carry. ]]> 2018-10-29 07:15:17 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297890895 sbohn_18 https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297903465 In addition to the video above, this explains why she sang the song and her take on the controversy. ]]> 2018-10-29 08:22:26 UTC https://padlet.com/sbohn_18/31i9j08p5hng/wish/297903465