Which practice emerged in the early 1950s that involved recording altered versions of songs previously recorded by black performers?

The practice that emerged in the early 1950s is known as "covering," where predominantly white artists recorded altered versions of songs originally performed by black artists. This trend often led to greater commercial success for the covers, while the original black performers received limited recognition and financial rewards. This phenomenon highlighted issues of cultural appropriation and racial inequality in the music industry during that era. Notable examples include Pat Boone's covers of songs by artists like Little Richard and Fats Domino.