In recent years, the term "Soulaan" has become a viral and often debated concept on social media, particularly on TikTok. Rooted in a redefinition of Black American identity, the word has sparked both cultural interest and controversy, with its meaning and purpose evolving alongside its growing popularity. A recent interview, featuring the creators behind the movement—T-Roy and Dwayne, also known as Midnight—has shed light on its origins, offering..
Many people have been curious about the term Soulan aka “Soulaan” and what it means and who created the term Soulaan, Soulan? Soulaan meaning “Soul (Autochthonous) American”.The term Soulan as defined by its creators T-Roy, Maroc, and Dwayne Coleman (Midnight), is an ethnic designation rather than a nationality. It is not designated for (Black) melanated immigrants. It’s used to describe the native Black Americans of North America, specifically those who are descendants of chattel enslavement in the United States. The term "Soulan" pays homage to the deep cultural association between Black Americans and soul, symbolizing the "Soul people."
This term distinguishes indigenous Black Americans who descend from slavery in the U.S. and reflects their unique ethnogenesis
