Being a Black woman is everything. We are the blueprint. We are the truth. We are joy. Erika Alexander, Tracee Ellis Ross and Issa Rae are the fuel that keeps culture going and are our ancestors wildest dreams. Watching them develop, as characters and personally, has helped grow a generation of resilient trendsetters and change makers. We are so proud to have them as our iconic Jan/Feb cover stars. Watch the full ESSENCE Uncovered video on #ESSENCE. Get ESSENCE magazine delivered straight to your door by using the link in bio to subscribe! Credits: Talent: @erikaalexanderthegreat, @issarae & @traceeellisross Videographer: @desprodinc Photographer: @micaiahcarter Writer: @kimberlynatasha Stylist: @solangefranklin Creative Movement Director: @stephengalloway Erika Alexander Hair & Makeup: @fred4face Erika’s NRAY Locs by Debra Hare-Bey Issa Hair: @felicialeatherwood Issa Makeup: @joannasimkin Tracee Hair: @marciahamilton Tracee Makeup: @mollygreenwald Nails: @nails_by_yoko Set Des...