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U.N.I.T.Y.

Song · 1993 · Queen Latifah. Album: Black Reign

respect isn't optional 👑

Who it's for

Queen Latifah confronts street harassment, domestic violence and slurs against women in hip-hop head-on.

Angry, disrespected→Strong and self-respecting

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What it is

"U.N.I.T.Y." is a 1993 single from Queen Latifah's third album, Black Reign. The song confronts disrespect toward women, including street harassment, domestic violence and the use of derogatory slurs for women in hip-hop. It won the 1995 Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance.

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All major streaming services.

Before you start

Heads up: Domestic violence; explicit language.

Age: Suggested 16+

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