well, im not black, but id say straighten your hair first and use a comb to hold up a part your hair (the bigger the sections the fatter the spike will be) while held tight in your hand or in the comb, spray the section (starting at the base) with the best stuff for spikes....Got 2 B Glued maximum strength. When done, still holding up the part, re-spray the base so the spike has a good foundation. repeat until entire Mohawk is done. Depending on your sleeping habits and movement, this may last up to 3 days with minimal re-spraying.!!!! GOOD LUCK MAN B-)