Wake Up Mr West Kanye West and the Double Consciousness of Black Celebrity
by [Wright, Joshua K.]
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Black celebrities in America have always walked a precarious line between their perceived status as spokespersons for their race and their own individual success----and between being "not black enough" for the black community or "too black" to appeal to a broader audience.
Few know this tightrope walk better than Kanye West, who transformed hip-hop, pop and gospel music, redefined fashion, married the world's biggest reality TV star and ran for president, all while becoming one of only a handful of black billionaires worldwide.
Despite these accomplishments, his polarizing behavior, controversial alliances and bouts with mental illness have made him a caricature in the media and a disappointment among much of his fanbase. This book examines West's story and what it reveals about black celebrity and identity and the American dream.
Product Details
- McFarland Brand
- Jan 27, 2022 Pub Date:
- 9781476686486 ISBN-13:
- 1476686483 ISBN-10:
- 284.0 pages Paperback
- English Language
- 9 in * 0.57 in * 6 in Dimensions:
- 1 lb Weight:
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