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Two Brothers, One Song

by Chad Harris

The story behind “Lift Every Voice and Sing”

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The story behind “Lift Every Voice and Sing”

James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson’s collaboration on “Lift Every Voice and Sing” anchors this picture-book account of the brothers’ lives and the song’s history. The subject connects two kinds of history: the story of the people who created the hymn and the place it holds as a song often called the Black National Anthem. The book also frames the anthem through themes of Black excellence, joy, and perseverance, with illustrations by CJ Love accompanying the historical account.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in music history
  • Young readers learning about James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson
  • Families and educators exploring the history of “Lift Every Voice and Sing”

Themes

Music historyBrotherhood and collaborationBlack historyPerseverance and joy

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Book overview

This rhythmic and visually stunning picture book, Two Brothers, One Song, shares the powerful true story of James Weldon Johnson and John Rosamond Johnson, the remarkable brothers who wrote the hymn "Lift Every Voice and Sing" - often called the Black National Anthem.

 

The illustrations by CJ Love bring the Johnson brothers' story to life with rich textures and emotional depth. His artwork captures both the historical weight and the soaring spirit of this anthem's journey - making each page a visual tribute to Black excellence, joy, and perseverance.

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