Passing reminds me of the song “Could’ve Been” by H.E.R. H.E.R describes a failed relationship and the state of regret she is in because she did not initiate a relationship with this other person. Passing characterizes Claire’s failed attempt of embracing her true New Negro identity. Passing also describes Irene’s regret of not rejecting her New Negro identity. Throughout the… Continue reading We Could’ve Been; Modals of Past Opportunity