Each year on May 19, we pause to reflect on and honor the life and legacy of Malcolm X, an iconic and fearless messenger for Black empowerment, self-determination, and human rights. His life, which he lived with transparency, passion, courage and brilliance continues to serve as both inspiration and blueprint. While Malcolm has been examined through social, political, and philosophical lenses since his passing in 1965, artists have long honored his legacy translating his essence into sound.