Celebrating #BlackTikTok: Spotlight on Masani Bailey

Celebrating #BlackTikTok: Spotlight on Masani Bailey

This article highlights Masani Bailey, also known as @cultureunfiltered on TikTok, as a pioneer in the creator community. Masani, a former radio host and music blogger, is the driving force behind Culture Unfiltered, a platform dedicated to music discovery and discussions about popular culture and trending news in the music industry.

Masani's Approach to TikTok and Content Creation

To Masani, being part of the Black community means sharing a common story - a story that started with challenges but is still being written. It is a story filled with tradition, overcoming obstacles, enlightenment, and harsh realities, but it is also a story of hope and triumph.

The TikTok community has inspired Masani to create without limitations. It has shown her that content can bring people together and make the world a better place through storytelling and sharing passions.

On and off TikTok, Masani's passions include writing, reading, playing the viola, roller skating, and attending live concerts.

Going Viral and Sharing Perspectives

Masani remembers the first time her content went viral. It was a strange experience for her because she initially created content for a smaller audience who knew her. When her content went viral and spread across TikTok, she was unsure how her opinions would be received. It was nerve-racking, but also empowering because her perspective as a Black woman was being shared, which is often not adequately represented on social media.

The Meaning Behind 'cultureunfiltered'

As for her username, Masani had always wanted to start a blog and came up with 'cultureunfiltered' because it is catchy and conveys a message without being too explicit. It perfectly aligns with her channel, where she discusses pop culture topics that interest her while providing her honest opinions.