@bet: She is a Phenomenal Woman! Maya Angelou’s spirit, soul, and words have left an imprint far beyond the literary contributions of her pen. She reminded us Why the Caged Bird still Sings and why, with every sonnet and word, we should still rise. To the voice and words that will fill generations past and generations to come, Happy Birthday, Maya Angelou! Let us know some of your favorite poems by her below. #BET #WhereBlackCultureLives