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What business title did Motown hold for decades?

  • Smallest indie label

  • Highest-earning African-American business

  • Largest digital music distributor

  • Top classical music producer

Answer

Motown Records held the title of the highest-earning African-American business for decades. Founded by Berry Gordy Jr. in 1959, Motown became a powerhouse in the music industry, producing iconic artists such as Diana Ross, The Supremes, and Stevie Wonder. Its success not only transformed the music landscape but also empowered African Americans in the business world, demonstrating their entrepreneurial capabilities and economic impact.
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