I saw a movie recently, about a young man who loses his brother. The plot centers around the protagonist overcoming his guilt and sense of responsibility surrounding his brother’s death. There is a subplot though, a love story (initially an unrequited love story, as his love interest has no desire to associate with him). He … More “No” Means “Yes”: Rape Culture in the Free World
Caught between two worlds, the children of refugees seek to reconcile the old and the new. They live in a dichotomy where deep-rooted culture clashes with progressive dynamism. At home are the vestiges of a life left behind; in the streets, novel experiences. I recently met Ify, the daughter of Nigerian refugees (her art is … More The Lost Children
It’s important for me to make meaningful connections with people through my music. After my most recent performance of Sisters, a woman in the audience approached me to thank me for speaking about relevant issues. She has a teenage daughter and was especially moved by the parallels between the recent Facebook live rapes and my verse … More Making an Impact
Find the balance. 