Why do african-americans prefer menthol cigarettes? What started this trend?

Answer 1

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When I was in the Army in 1967-1970, most blacks smoked Kools. I asked a black friend about this; he said it is good for the heart. I asked a doctor and was told all of them will kill you and none are cool.

Answer 2

First off, I don't agree that ALL African-Americans prefer menthol, but certainly ALOT of those that smoke, do. If there is a reason it must be advertising. Remember the MARLBORO MAN? What self respecting African-American is going to identify with a Caucasian Cowboy? You see what I mean?

Answer 3

I believe this is more of a stereotyping than a trend. I know many African-Americans who smoke regular flavor cigarettes. If you know a group or number of people smoking menthol currently I believe it to be a personal choice.

Answer 4

First of all it leaves a minty after taste is way better than the regular tast of a cigarette. The other thing it kind of smokes it self easier once your used to the sensation. It is a deadlier combo than a regular cigarette though, how do you think they imitate the minty taste. hehe. scary fibers, very scary!

I have tried them a couple of times in my life time and never found interest in them, and now a days I am a proud non smoker.

Answer 5

Huh? Sounds like watermelon and the banjo - a bunch of nonsense.

Answer 6

I've noticed that they tend to smoke whatever I'm smoking.

Answer 7

lol did u hear this on the chappelle show¿

Answer 8

I don't no why do thy prefer fat women?

Answer 9

cuz they be kool, man