historically, cool as we understand it today (even though there seem to be multiple understandings of it in this thread) doesn't seem to be a concern amongst whitefolks until the 50s, arguably (undeniably really) a reaction to the bop era.

achievement has always been championed, but niggas seem to be more concerned with making achievement seem effortless.

it reminds me of how black athletes are always attributed with natural talent while white athletes get respected for their hard work ethic.

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