About the song
“Black Like Me” is a powerful and moving song by country music artist Mickey Guyton. The song, which was released in 2020, addresses the experience of being black in America. Guyton sings about the challenges and obstacles she has faced as a black woman, both in her personal life and in her career in country music.
The song begins with Guyton singing about her childhood. She remembers being told that she was different, and that she would never be able to achieve her dreams. However, Guyton refused to give up on her dreams. She worked hard and eventually achieved success in country music.
However, Guyton’s success did not come without a price. She has faced racism and discrimination throughout her career. She has been told that she is not “country enough” and that she does not belong in country music.
“Black Like Me” is a powerful anthem for black people everywhere. It is a song about resilience, strength, and hope. Guyton’s song is a reminder that black people are just as American as anyone else, and that they deserve to be treated with respect and equality.
The song has been praised by critics and fans alike. It has been called a “powerful and important song” and a “must-hear for anyone who cares about social justice.” “Black Like Me” is a song that will stay with you long after you hear it.
In addition to the powerful lyrics, the song also features a beautiful and haunting melody. The song builds slowly, starting with just Guyton’s voice and a piano. As the song progresses, more instruments are added, creating a powerful and emotional crescendo.
Guyton’s vocals are simply stunning. She sings with passion and conviction, and her voice is full of emotion. She brings the lyrics to life, and her performance is truly unforgettable.
“Black Like Me” is a powerful and important song. It is a song that everyone should hear. It is a song that will make you think, and it is a song that will stay with you long after you hear it.
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Lyrics
Little kid in a small town
I did my best just to fit in
Broke my heart on the playground, mm
When they said I was different
Oh now, now I’m all grown up, and nothing has changed
Yeah, it’s still the same
It’s a hard life on easy street
Just white painted picket fences far as you can see
If you think we live in the land of the free
You should try to be black like me
My daddy worked day and night
For an old house and a used car, hm
Just to live that good life, mm
It shouldn’t be twice as hard
Oh now, now I’m all grown up and nothing has changed
Yeah, it’s still the same
It’s a hard life on easy street
Just white painted picket fences far as you can see
If you think we live in the land of the free
You should try to be, oh, black like me
Oh, oh oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, I know I’m not the only one, oh yeah
Who feels like I, I don’t belong
It’s a hard life on easy street
Just white painted picket fences far as you can see
And if you think we live in the land of the free
Then you should try to be, oh, black like me
Oh, and someday we’ll all be free
And I’m proud to be, oh, black like me
And I’m proud to be black like me
Proud to be black like me
Black like me