A black and white photo of Sister Rosetta Tharpe playing a guitar. A quote of Tharpe's reads "Can't no man play like me" The quote is attributed to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Godmother of Rock and Roll.
Rock and roll was created by a Black woman — Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
Known as the Godmother of Rock and Roll, Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who served as inspiration for artists like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. We honor her as we still feel her influence today.
