Despite what other people think, the Black community is a blessing to be a part of. It is full of inspiring, beautiful and cultured people. I am honestly honored to be a Black artist. People of color are the backbone of pop culture as we know it. Black people inspire music, fashion, dance, etc. Once I overcame my insecurities, I was even more proud to be Black. That translates in my songwriting as well. I have a song called “Dear Brown Girl” that is about uplifting women of color and embracing their beauty. I enjoy using my platform to uplift BIPOC.

I hope that humanity will continue to evolve past these harmful microaggressions and macroaggressions. Then we will be able to fully focus on the beauty of color rather than the discrimination towards it.

I hope to continue spreading messages of social justice through talking about my personal experiences as well as educating myself and others. I would also like to continue to focus on the strength we have as Black people through my art.

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Aria Brooks is an accomplished singer, songwriter and actor, best known for her leading role in the reboot of the popular Nickelodeon series 'All That.' To see Aria’s latest happenings, follow her on social media @itsariabrooks.

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