"Citizen: An American Lyric" is a book by Claudia Rankine that blends poetry, essay, and visual art to explore themes of race, identity, and social injustice in America. The work addresses the everyday experiences of racism and microaggressions faced by individuals, particularly those in the African American community. The book is notable for its innovative format, combining lyrical prose with striking imagery. It has received critical acclaim, winning several awards, including the National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry. Rankine's work encourages readers to reflect on the complexities of race and the impact of systemic discrimination in contemporary society.