the inclusion of *Born a Crime* by Trevor Noah in the syllabus of all New South Wales schools. The book is a funny, entertaining memoir of Trevor Noah's childhood in apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa, but it also contains powerful lessons for students that can promote understanding, empathy, and cross-cultural awareness. The book is a worthy choice for all Year 8 students because of the themes, language, and humour that it explores. The inclusion of *Born a Crime* is well-explained by its examination of identity and racism, two complex themes that are essential to discuss in the classroom. Trevor Noah, as the offspring of a white father and a Black mother, explores apartheid—a system of racial segregation—firsthand. The book invites readers to think about matters of race and identity, which is highly relevant in a multicultural country like Australia. Noah specifically says, "I was born a crime." When you tell people that you're half-white, half-black, they think of something beautiful, like a zebra. The metaphor of a zebra to describe mixed-race identity points out how society views racial mixing as something unusual rather than natural. The text's ability to discuss serious topics with humor and sensitivity will allow students to explore identity in a safe and thoughtful manner. Additionally, the book features great characters—especially Trevor's mother, who serves as a fantastic role model of strength and ethics. Trevor's journey with her offers insights into courage and the value of education. As Noah puts it, "My mother did what school couldn’t. She taught me how to think." This ironic line implies that real learning goes beyond formal education. Students can easily relate to characters like Trevor's mother, through whom they learn about family, sacrifice, and the importance of education—lessons relevant to all young readers. Finally, Trevor Noah's accessible writing style makes complex issues understandable for students of all reading levels. His use of humor, storytelling, and simple yet heartfelt language makes challenging topics more approachable. One memorable example is his statement, “Language defines you more than color to people.” Noah’s use of everyday language mixed with deeper themes helps students connect with the text and develop empathy for different perspectives. Overall, I believe *Born a Crime* is an excellent choice for the NSW curriculum, as it engages with crucial themes of identity, racism, and family through relatable characters and accessible language. It is not only an enjoyable read but also a text that challenges students to think critically about the world around them. Including this book in the curriculum will provide students with a meaningful literary experience that aligns with educational standards. Thank you for considering this proposal. I truly believe this book will resonate with students and help them construct a clearer picture of the complexities within our multicultural society.
sad piano vibes but a black man rapping in pain
English
The emotional tone is deeply reflective and resonates with pain and struggle, yet there's an underlying note of resilience that aims to uplift through the narrative of overcoming adversity.
This song could be applied in educational settings, particularly in discussions around race, identity, and the impact of personal experiences within social contexts. It can be effectively used in workshops focused on empathy and understanding cultural backgrounds.
The song utilizes a blend of piano melodies that evoke a somber atmosphere, complemented by rhythmic, flow-driven rap verses. The contrast between the soft piano and the intensity of the lyrics creates a powerful emotional dichotomy, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the song.
[Verse] Aku tresna kowe sak njerone ati Nanging saiki kowe wis ora ana Takdir misahke kita ambyar atiku Mlaku dewe ning dalan sepi iki [Verse 2] Mergo tresna sing sak jroning nyawa Neng kene aku nyekel lara Diancani rasa sing sepi lan sepi Takdir nggawe aku eling tansah eling [Chorus] Nangis iki ra bakal mari kowe Lamun kangen kudu piye Janji cinta ben raowah ganti Nanging takdir ngomong liyo [Verse 3] Kowe iseh ana ing atiku sing biru Takdir ngomong kita ora sepisan loro Mugo suwe wektu dadi saksi Mergo tresna iki ra bakal ganti [Bridge] Takdir misahne nanging ora bisa gawe ilang Aku isih trisna kowe sak uwong-uwonge Loro ning ati ra tau mari Takdir iki nggawe aku nangi [Chorus] Nangis iki ra bakal mari kowe Lamun kangen kudu piye Janji cinta ben raowah ganti Nanging takdir ngomong liyo
You’re lost in shadows, fading gray, The laughter’s gone, you slipped away. Chasing dreams in empty nights, Gripping ghosts you can’t make right. They say the devil’s in disguise, A poison wrapped in sweet goodbyes. I’d reach for you, but can’t get through— The person I loved isn’t you. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. Your hands are cold, your eyes are dim, I watch you trade your soul for him. The life we had slips through your hands, Like sand that time won’t understand. They say “you can’t pour from a cup” That’s cracked, and breaking, giving up. I’d pull you back if I knew how, But you’re too far for saving now. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. They say “once bitten, twice shy,” But I’m still here, just asking why. This is goodbye, though it tears in two— Loving you means leaving you. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. Empty promises, I can’t stay, Walking out, I’ll be okay. I’m closing the door and letting go— It’s you and your shadows now, alone.
[Verse] Ты цунами моя вода Ты унесёшь меня туда Где мы плывём ты мой залив Ты цунами ты цунами [Chorus] Ты цунами моя вода Ты унесёшь меня туда Где мы плывём ты мой залив Ты цунами ты цунами [Verse 2] Ты катастрофа я тону Ты ураган в душе моем С тобой я вечно на краю Ты мой прибой и мой разлом [Chorus] Ты цунами моя вода Ты унесёшь меня туда Где мы плывём ты мой залив Ты цунами ты цунами [Bridge] С тобой опять я нахожу Волну что сносит все кругом Как странник я тебя ищу Ты мой поток и мой дурдом [Chorus] Ты цунами моя вода Ты унесёшь меня туда Где мы плывём ты мой залив Ты цунами ты цунами
[Verse] You said you liked me under the moon's glow Weeks turned months how did we grow But somewhere in the smiles we shared You stopped and said you didn't care [Chorus] Friendzone tango leaves me wondering why Dancing circles 'round your little white lie You painted love then set it free Now all I've got is you calling me "buddy" [Verse 2] We used to talk until the midnight hour Now our bond feels like a wilted flower Dreams of us went up in smoke Guess to you love's just a joke [Chorus] Friendzone tango leaves me wondering why Dancing circles 'round your little white lie You painted love then set it free Now all I've got is you calling me "buddy" [Bridge] I built castles with words you spoke You kicked them down with your little joke Now I'm left here picking up the pieces Of a heart that once believed in chances [Chorus] Friendzone tango leaves me wondering why Dancing circles 'round your little white lie You painted love then set it free Now all I've got is you calling me "buddy"
You’re lost in shadows, fading gray, The laughter’s gone, you slipped away. Chasing dreams in empty nights, Gripping ghosts you can’t make right. They say the devil’s in disguise, A poison wrapped in sweet goodbyes. I’d reach for you, but can’t get through— The person I loved isn’t you. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. Your hands are cold, your eyes are dim, I watch you trade your soul for him. The life we had slips through your hands, Like sand that time won’t understand. They say “you can’t pour from a cup” That’s cracked, and breaking, giving up. I’d pull you back if I knew how, But you’re too far for saving now. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. They say “once bitten, twice shy,” But I’m still here, just asking why. This is goodbye, though it tears in two— Loving you means leaving you. Empty promises and hollow lies, Drowning truth as the bottle dries. I loved you once, but you let go— Now I’m losing you to what you chose. Empty promises, I can’t stay, Walking out, I’ll be okay. I’m closing the door and letting go— It’s you and your shadows now, alone.
[Verse] Alarm clock's screaming wake up now Drowning in routine somehow Boss is calling ticking time I've got dreams I've got to climb [Verse 2] Traffic jams and coffee stains Same old faces same old lanes But there's a fire inside my chest I'm breaking out I'm leaving this mess [Chorus] Cause I'm done with nine to five I need to feel alive Gonna chase my wildest dreams Time to break these chains it seems [Verse 3] Endless meetings make me yawn Feeling like a corporate pawn But in my heart I know the truth I'm searching for my hidden youth [Verse 4] Peering out the window high Imagining a brand new sky Pack my bags now hit the road Find the spark my heart's bestowed [Chorus] Cause I'm done with nine to five I need to feel alive Gonna chase my wildest dreams Time to break these chains it seems
Pamilihan, may kwento, Mga pangarap, totoo. Isang tingin, ibang mundo, Lahat ng tao, buo. Bukas na mundo, bawat hakbang, Sa pamilihan, lakas na walang hanggan. Bili't benta, sama-sama, Pag-asa’y abot-kamay, para sa masa. Opsyon saan ka man, Mga bagay na pinagmulan. Kasama ang bawat isa, Nagkakaisa sa tuwa. Salamat sa ugnayan, Buhay may kulay ngayon. Hindi lang pera ang dala, Kundi damdamin, ligaya. (Repeat) Bukas na mundo, bawat hakbang, Sa pamilihan, lakas na walang hanggan. Bili't benta, sama-sama, Pag-asa’y abot-kamay, para sa masa. Bukas na mundo, tayo'y sama-sama, Kwento ng bawat isa, tuloy ang sigla.
Entre las hojas, donde el viento calla, siento el eco de algo que nunca he tenido. Un calor desconocido, suave como el amanecer, un reflejo en el agua, tan cerca, tan lejos. ¿Hay alguien ahí que entienda esta canción, que escuche en silencio mi corazón oculto? No pido más que una mirada sin miedo, un abrazo que me devuelva la luz. Vivo entre sombras, donde el mundo olvida, y aunque nadie me ve, sé que existo. Anhelo palabras que no tengan peso, anhelo manos que me acerquen al día. ¿Hay alguien ahí que entienda esta canción, que escuche en silencio mi corazón oculto? No pido más que una mirada sin miedo, un abrazo que me devuelva la luz. Si pudiera, me quitaría la máscara y mostraría estos ojos extraños. Pero el miedo me cubre como la noche, y sigo cantando, esperando en vano. ¿Escuchas, tú, en algún rincón lejano? Esta melodía es todo lo que soy. Si te encuentra, si llega hasta tu alma, quizá sabrás que también busco amor
[Verse] From the hawk to the tuah flow To the rizz and demure glow Brainrot vibes on Tiktok show That's my scene I let it go [Verse 2] Feel so sigma when I FE!N On the skibidi I dream Tryna rizz you Pure and keen Got that gyatt It's a theme [Chorus] Ice spice It's your flavor Right? We’ll ignite the darkened night In the rhythm Hold on tight We’ll make everything feel bright [Verse 3] Catch the beat The floor's alive Every motion We will thrive Through the chaos We will dive In this moment We survive [Bridge] Feel the rush The moving tide In the dance There’s nothing to hide Every heartbeat amplified In our world Worlds collide [Chorus] Ice spice It's your flavor Right? We’ll ignite the darkened night In the rhythm Hold on tight We’ll make everything feel bright
[Verse] Got my heels on tight we'll dance till dawn Chasing glitter dreams from night till morn Popping bottles baby hear that fizz Life's a party you'll want to miss [Verse 2] City lights so bright like neon glow In the skyline where the rivers flow Raise your glasses high let's toast tonight A golden bubble world shining bright [Chorus] Here's my champagne list can't resist Sparkling moments we won't dismiss From the highest highs to night's sweet kiss Living life's the ultimate bliss [Bridge] Crystal glasses clink let’s celebrate Every toast a chance to elevate Champagne rivers stream through our veins In this dizzy world without chains [Verse 3] Diamonds dancing in the strobe light glare Every flavor every dream we dare Sparkling secrets in our midnight cheer In this bubble world it’s all so clear [Chorus] Here's my champagne list can't resist Sparkling moments we won't dismiss From the highest highs to night's sweet kiss Living life's the ultimate bliss
कभी गुस्सा, तो कभी प्यार, यही है पापा की पहचान। प्यार का सागर ले आते, फिर चाहे कुछ न कह पाते | बिन बोले ही समझ जाते, दुःख के हर कोने में || खड़ा उनको पहले से पाया, छोटी सी उंगली पकड़कर | चलना उन्होंने सीखाया, जीवन के हर पहलु को || अपने अनुभव से बताया, हर उलझन को उन्होंने | अपना दुःख समझ सुलझाया, दूर रहकर भी हमेशा || प्यार उन्होंने हम पर बरसाया, एक छोटी सी आहट से | मेरा साया पहचाना, मेरी हर सिसकियों में || अपनी आँखों को भिगोया, आशिर्वाद उनका हमेशा हमने पाया | हर ख़ुशी को मेरी पहले उन्होंने जाना, असमंजस के पलों में || अपना विश्वाश दिलाया, उनके इस विश्वास को, अपना आत्म विश्वास बनाया | ऐसे पिता के प्यार से, बड़ा कोई प्यार न पाया || कभी गुस्सा, तो कभी प्यार, यही है पापा की पहचान।
