Black History Bootcamp. S6. Day 15.
Day 15
The Address: 2648 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, Michigan, Hitsville, USA
The Story: We dare you to try and make a top 10 Motown favorites list. We dare you.
You’d have to narrow down Stevie Wonder’s entire catalog.
You’d have to choose between solo Michael or The Jackson Five.
You’d have to debate who was better: Lionel Richie, Marvin Gay, or Smokie Robinson.
You’d have to make some seriously tough choices. There are just too many hits!
We’re talking iconic, era-defining, hits.
What started on Grand Boulevard in Motor City is a legacy that has transformed the world, defined music as we know it today, and given us a list of classics so long that it’s safe to say there will never be another influence as powerful as that of Hitsville, USA.
Leave everything you think you know about this story behind. We’re going deep into the crates for some trivia and shocking facts!
YOU DID IT!!!
Congratulations! Not only did you show up this week in glorious fashion for yourself, but you did the ancestors proud by learning their stories. This weekend, bask in the glow of your accomplishment and throw yourself a mini block party. All you need is you, your sneakers, your favorite playlist, and 30 minutes. You deserve to take a victory lap! When you do make sure to share a pic using #girltrek.
Meet us in the Streets: Grab your earbuds, put on your sneakers, and join co-founders Morgan and Vanessa for Black History Bootcamp, a walking podcast powered by GirlTrek. We can’t wait to talk…
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Episodes are available after 48 hours.
The Neighborhood Call to Action
Keep Walking!
Listen: Hitsville, Detroit: A Neighborhood Playlist, Spotify
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Watch: For Nostalgia! The full Motown 25
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