Unit 8 Discussion: Poetry of the Black Aesthetic

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Unit 8 Discussion: Poetry of the Black Aesthetic
All writers and poets in works of literature include unique and significant references to art, which is referred to as aesthetics. Aesthetics in poetry is the inclusion of artistic elements and expressions by poets within their textual work. Therefore, Black aesthetics includes drama, music, and theatre performances that are centralized to the culture and life of African-Americans (Gilyard et al. 1249). Several poetic aesthetics are used by poets to show these artistic tastes and pride of the African-Americans. Additionally, Black Aesthetics are used by poets to express the concept of Black Power. The poem by Gil Scott-Heron, The Revolution will not be televised’, the poet uses Black aesthetics to show the uncaptured efforts of the African-American artists are not recognized in the American arts industry (Gilyard et al. 1250). He says, ‘Green Acres,” “The Beverly Hillbillies,” […] will no longer be relevant, And women will not care if Dick finally gets down with Jane on “Search for Tomorrow” (Gilbert et al. 1313). The poet refers to how their art is not given much concern.
Furthermore, he portrays the efforts of the African-American movements in their struggle for equality and th...