soul brother

American  

noun

Informal.

1. a Black male, especially a fellow Black male.

---

Etymology

Origin of soul brother

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

“This is a proper musical send-off for my soul brother with a bunch of talented and groovy guests that would make Adam wince,” Porter said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 15, 2021

My mother loved him too, she would say that Anthony is "one cool white soul brother".

From Salon • Oct. 13, 2018

This incredible clarity, as if I’d been listening to the soul brother all year but only now was finally hearing him.

From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2016

"For me he was like a soul brother."

From The Guardian • May 20, 2013

"Thanks," I said, not knowing if I should give him a soul brother handshake like all the righteous brothers in Shaft.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos