Muslim Cool

This innovative study explores the concept of "Muslim Cool," a cultural expression among young, multiethnic American Muslims that draws heavily on Blackness, hip hop, and social activism. It examines how these Muslims navigate complex relationships with race, religion, and community identity, challenging stereotypes and highlighting the centrality of Black influence in American Islam. The book sheds light on the ways in which Blackness is woven into Muslim identities, often amid ongoing debates around race, class, and nationality in the United States.