The definition of "woke" changes depending on who you ask ... according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. In the recording of the Lead Belly song several years ...
Former US President Barack Obama has challenged "woke" culture telling young people: "The world is messy." He made the comments at the Obama Foundation's annual summit in Chicago on Tuesday.
The term “woke” has shifted from its original meaning of being alert or conscious, especially to social issues. It became a call to action during the Black Lives Matter movement several years ago.