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Yo, het is de stad van grachten, van fietsen en licht, Maar soms voelt het leven hier alsof ik moet vechten voor m’n zicht. In de spiegel zie ik mezelf, maar niet wat anderen zien, Want onder de oppervlakte sluimert het misschien. Identiteit, m’n naam, m’n roots en m’n geloof, Ja, ik ben wie ik ben, maar ik hou het liever doof. Imago verbergen, dat is nu soms de keus, In een wereld vol oordelen, blijft het geen keus maar een leus. Loop door de straten, met een kippa in m’n zak, Want soms voelt open zijn nog als een slag. Bang voor de blikken, voor de woorden die pijn doen, Voor de stilte die volgt, als je zegt wie je bent, poen voor poen. Ik zie m’n broeders en zusters, zo verdeeld door dit spel, Of je het durft of verbergt, het raakt ons wel. We lachen en praten, blijven staande in de tijd, Maar ergens in ons binnenste vecht onze identiteit. Draag de verhalen van m’n voorouders op m’n rug, Ze hebben geleden, en dat dragen we stuk voor stuk. Maar in Amsterdam, met de vrijheid om ons heen, Blijft toch die twijfel, soms voel ik me alleen. Imago of identiteit, wat laat je zien? Is het veilig, of haal je het toch liever van het scherm misschien? Dit is de strijd van nu, stil en onbesproken, In de stad van vrijheid, waar die vrijheid kan breken in brokken. Want Amsterdam is groot, en de wereld is vrij, Maar soms verberg ik wie ik ben, uit angst voor het gekrijs. Dus ik draag m’n geloof in m’n hart, onder de radar, onzichtbaar, Identiteit in de schaduw, niet omdat ik wil, maar het voelt als gevaar.

Music 2 Verse 1 Woke up with the sunrise, chasing dreams with you, I guess that was right? But I still can’t think through Lost in the shadows, my own sacred space. Thoughts are racing, hearts embracing , what I can’t define, I just like you so much I wish you can be mine. Chorus Oh baby, It seems like you love me, I guess that wasn’t true, Not waiting for a sign, stepping out into the light, Finding strength within the fight I’ll be freeee, please tell me Verse 2 In the quiet moments, I hear my soul’s truth, Struggling to stay calm, trying to stay cool. In the chaos, I’m carving my sacred place, Searching through the shadows, yearning for some space. Finding peace in battles, I’m learning how to be brave, I’ll rise above the fear, no longer feeling caged. I’m breaking through the silence, letting go of the past. The weight is lifting, I’m breathing in the open air, No more hiding in the dark, I’m finally getting thereEEE AYÈAH. Chorus Oh baby, It seems like you love me, I guess that wasn’t true, Not waiting for a sign, stepping out into the light, Finding strength within the fight I’ll be free, PLEASE TELL ME

Here’s a Punjabi song concept for Diljit Dosanjh with themes of resilience, strength, and the spirit of a fighter. The song revolves around a powerful narrative of overcoming obstacles, not backing down, and having the courage to fight for respect and honor. It could be set in a rugged backdrop, with Diljit portraying a fierce warrior or a street fighter taking on a world that challenges him. --- Title: "Sher Jatt Da" --- Verse 1 (Slow, intense beat with low guitar riffs) Asli shera da hai jazbaa, dil vich sehmi ik aag, Sade kol shikaaran da shauq, rakhde ne pange saade naal. Gallan nai karde pichey, asla taan pyara ae, Jadon aa gaye maidan ch, sab nu sikha denge sabak khara ae. Chorus (Speed picks up, intense drums) Main taan sher Jatt da, na mundya nal ladayi, Dil wich zor ae, sir te chad ke aayi! Gaddiyan ch bolda bullet, gall gall ch jor ae, Mainu rok kivein kariyo, main taan painda zor ae! (Oho, main taan painda zor ae!) Verse 2 (Heavy bass kicks in) Gall gall di chakko zidd, mere jism wich ae aag, Tere naal naal rahe saari umar, kehna pyara ae panga. Pathraan ch sakti lai, pind da sher main ae, Jadon vi aan maidan ch, gallan da sabak main ae dena ae. Pre-Chorus (Slight pause, then builds up) Na maar mainu takraan naal, reh khamosh dekh rang, Dilon laggi ae shiddat, naal challange de saath sang. Chorus (Speed picks up, intense drums) Main taan sher Jatt da, na mundya nal ladayi, Dil wich zor ae, sir te chad ke aayi! Gaddiyan ch bolda bullet, gall gall ch jor ae, Mainu rok kivein kariyo, main taan painda zor ae! (Oho, main taan painda zor ae!) Bridge (Softer, reflective moment, perhaps with a flute or violin) Eh duniya de rang vakhre, hunke naal chadhaye, Sade jazbaan de zor vich, rabb vich ae bharosa rakhaye. Outro (Back to intense beat, drums and bass loud) Mainu rok kivein kariyo, main aa rahi zor de naal, Saade hath wich shakti hai, manzil de naal naal! Ho, main taan sher Jatt da, aake vekh jag wich naam, Karke duniya nu amaze, Jatt da ae shaan! --- Concept for the Video: The video could feature Diljit in a raw and gritty environment—a mix of urban streets, ancient battlefields, and rugged landscapes, symbolizing strength and endurance. As the song progresses, scenes of him taking on different adversaries, training, and showing resilience through harsh conditions emphasize the message. Each verse could escalate the intensity, ending with a massive confrontation where he stands undefeated, representing the "Sher" (lion) within him.

VERSE 1 I hear your voice like velvet whispers in my dreams Been lost in this echo while chasing moonbeams Your words paint rainbows on my midnight sky Seen your face in pictures but through distant eyes BRIDGE Your laughter's the sunshine piercing through my walls In this world of shadows where your image falls Every word you send me is my lifeline's call I will wait forever until he day we stand tall CHORUS I've loved you in colour and in shades of grey Your voice my compass guiding my every day Our hearts a symphony that words can't betray I'll keep loving you no matter how far away BRIDGE Your laughter's the sunshine piercing through my walls In this world of shadows where your image falls Every word you send me is my lifeline's call I will wait forever until he day we stand tall CHORUS I've loved you in colour and in shades of grey Your voice my compass guiding my every day Our hearts a symphony that words can't betray I'll keep loving you no matter how far away ENDING LINE ILL KEEP LOVING YOU NO MATTER HOW FAR AWAY

Verse 1 Can’t forget the days when it all began, When every line was written straight from the heart’s command. It was just a spark, a fragment of a dream, Look where we are, my brother, we didn’t break at the seams. The ones who doubted, now they come around, Give it time, they’ll fall to the ground. But we’ll turn them down, in honor of the past, Keep pushing forward for the ones who believed in us to last. Chorus We hold the values that can never die, Left behind the weak, now we’re touching the sky. Through all the years, I’ll stay on my road, The path I’ve found, where my purpose grows. Verse 2 As long as my voice is rising from my chest, The strength to turn back will never rest. And I’m not alone, with my crew so true, Give me a beat, and I’ll make it shine through. Bridge They told us “give it up,” they said we’d fall, But we rose from nothing, broke through every wall. In every line, we find our past, And for those who stood by, we’ll make it last. Chorus We hold the values that can never die, Left behind the weak, now we’re touching the sky. Through all the years, I’ll stay on my road, The path I’ve found, where my purpose grows

I tried to stop myself from falling in the deep abyss The only thing that grounds me is reminiscing about your kiss. Or how your eyes shine, how I want to make you mine. Really I’m just tryna be cool, I’m tryna give you time. I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t made up my mind, cause when I look at you, I see that you are one of a kind You make me smile, and I haven’t felt this way in a while so I get nervous, but I think we crossed paths for a purpose It’s hard to tell you how I feel, sometimes I get too anxious, sometimes I write it all on paper just so I can practice You make me comfortable, make me wanna be vulnerable. You help me see the bright side, you make the darkness more tolerable I guess I wrote these words to be my confession, that what I feel is real, we can’t conceal this blatant connection Want your affection, attention, feel like you’re sent from the Heavens You give me answers to questions, even ones I didn’t mention Don’t really know where this is headed, but I’ve got good intentions I got some trauma got some baggage, and they full of lemons Let’s make some lemonade, you’d be the sugar I reckon your sweetness is a refreshment, your charm is like a confection, I’d follow your every word, you’d never hear no objections, and when you calling my name, that be my secret obsession. Wanna look deep in your eyes, admire your complexion Thanking God for his blessing, I prayed you’d come my direction. Seeking love not rejection, I just need real not perfection Praying one day that we’ll be each others most prized possession Cause in reality, I’m digging your sensuality, But insecurity runs deep, so I fear irrationally You prolly think that I’m lame, or probably don’t feel the same. But I gotta be true to myself, you set my heart ablaze. And i'm saying this with my chest, I’m not here to try to finesse, I don’t wanna add to your stress. wanna aid in all your success, anything you ask it’s a yes, my feelings I have professed, and I know that I’m not the best, or maybe you’re unimpressed but I’m ready to fall in love, I know God will handle the rest

Gather near and grab a snack Put someone pretty in your lap Remember to drink plenty of Fluids And let me tell you about the mighty Druid Bjorn Ironside, the sole surviving Minotaur such a mighty creature, Mielikki retired made him god of nature, Nature ain’t gentle so don’t be chasing unicorns, You messed with natures bull, baby You gonna get the horns, killing him is beyond mere blades And hey he’s got a friend Eva Nightshade! Fearless wizarard of the shadar Kai Her spells make you scream or Maybe just say ‘ai Haye’ Collecting fell beasts (maybe Bjorn is one of em?) Wherever she point they are ready to come up on em Attacking like a bloodthirsty zoo, Liberating the town of acorn- Von Zash who? Aided by Gemcutting Firble of the Hivemind, Excuse me Vecna, do you mind? We got new loyalties here flayin’ some brains ain’t a act of charity, When he gets done you gonna need some therapy, Unless you’re name is Drogath, The fightin’ artificer, Kinda angry cuz he made mecha-hydra, That didn’t play nice it wasn’t no toy, Ended up killing his team and his boy, But don’t worry now they succeeded in the mission, To take that hydra out of Commission, If you’re still stressed, then don’t fret, Take it a little easy, We haven’t yet gotten to Ham Stormborn! (no relation to Khaleesi) You already know his name, Intros are not required, He looked at Gods and told ‘em, YOU’RE FIRED! Heretic hammer giving enemies some smashin’ Piety, Surprised the heavens by becoming his own deity. They’re a all you can eat buffet of courage, Satisfy all your heroic cravins’ All bow down to the hunters of the ravens! Have a nice breakfast Let doubt no longer linger The sun brings forth Dawn-bringers!

Gather near and grab a snack Put someone pretty in your lap Remember to drink plenty of Fluids And let me tell you about the mighty Druid Bjorn Ironside, the sole surviving Minotaur such a mighty creature, Mielikki retired made him god of nature, Nature ain’t gentle so don’t be chasing unicorns, You messed with natures bull, baby You gonna get the horns, killing him is beyond mere blades And hey he’s got a friend Eva Nightshade! Fearless wizarard of the shadar Kai Her spells make you scream or Maybe just say ‘ai Haye’ Collecting fell beasts (maybe Bjorn is one of em?) Wherever she point they are ready to come up on em Attacking like a bloodthirsty zoo, Liberating the town of acorn- Von Zash who? Aided by Gemcutting Firble of the Hivemind, Excuse me Vecna, do you mind? We got new loyalties here flayin’ some brains ain’t a act of charity, When he gets done you gonna need some therapy, Unless you’re name is Drogath, The fightin’ artificer, Kinda angry cuz he made mecha-hydra, That didn’t play nice it wasn’t no toy, Ended up killing his team and his boy, But don’t worry now they succeeded in the mission, To take that hydra out of Commission, If you’re still stressed, then don’t fret, Take it a little easy, We haven’t yet gotten to Ham Stormborn! (no relation to Khaleesi) You already know his name, Intros are not required, He looked at Gods and told ‘em, YOU’RE FIRED! Heretic hammer giving enemies some smashin’ Piety, Surprised the heavens by becoming his own deity. They’re a all you can eat buffet of courage, Satisfy all your heroic cravins’ All bow down to the hunters of the ravens! Have a nice breakfast Let doubt no longer linger The sun brings forth Dawnbringers!

Uh-uh, uh-uh, unstable Sometimes I think I overthink (think I) And I start to feel anxiety (anxie-) There were times I couldn't even breathe (mmm) But you never once abandoned me (no, you never, ooh) I tried to scare you, scare you away Showed you the door, you adored me anyway When I was broken in pieces You were my peace of mind You were my peace of mind Yeah, you loved, yeah, you loved Yeah, you loved me when I was unstable Never judged, never judged Never judged me when I was unable To love myself, to trust myself Yeah, you loved, yeah, you loved Yeah, you loved me when I was unstable White knuckles tryna own my sanity (hold my) Not every wound is the kind that bleeds, uh, uh Never know when my mind's gonna turn on me (never know) But you're the one I call for security (oh, baby) These memories have been toxic (oh) I tried to wean and get off it (oh) Through everything, you been my rock I think you're the only thing I didn't get wrong Oh, I know God was listening Every night when I would pray You're an angel watchin' over me (oh) All I need I tried to scare you, scare you away Showed you the door, you adored me anyway When I was broken in pieces You were my peace of mind You were my peace of mind Yeah, you loved, yeah, you loved Yeah, you loved me when I was unstable Never judged, never judged Never judged me when I was unable To love myself, to trust myself Yeah, you loved, yeah, you loved Yeah, you loved me when I was unstable

i just want you be here and holdin my hand only you by my side watched the sun goin down hold me tight cuz the waves want to separate us, cant imagine if we were lost in the night i think its enough I'm tired of this feeling cant hold it anymore ill follow that wave say goodbye and the night came with your tears sweet dreams and good night hope we'll meet in the morning

Verse 1 I see the way you look at him, your eyes just light up now It’s like you’ve found a part of you that I just can’t allow I tried to hold on tighter, but that only pushed you away And now I'm standing on the edge, knowing I can't make you stay Chorus So here’s my goodbye, I'll let you go I’ll take the pain and bear it slow I’ll step aside, and let you find The love that slipped right out of mine I wanted to keep you, but I know why Sometimes love means saying goodbye Verse 2 I feel the emptiness, like a shadow in our home But I can't be the one to cage a heart that needs to roam I wanted to be enough, but I can see it’s plain and true You need a different song, a new love just for you Chorus So here’s my goodbye, I'll let you go I’ll take the pain and bear it slow I’ll step aside, and let you find The love that slipped right out of mine I wanted to keep you, but I know why Sometimes love means saying goodbye Bridge All the memories linger like ghosts in the night We had a story, but it's fading from sight And though I tried to keep it alive I realize now, you need him to thrive Chorus So here’s my goodbye, I'll let you go I’ll take the pain and bear it slow I’ll step aside, and let you find The love that slipped right out of mine I wanted to keep you, but I know why Sometimes love means saying goodbye Outro I’ll hold onto the best of us and let the rest just fall Though I never thought I'd be the one to make this final call I loved you more than words can say But you need him now in a different way So here’s my goodbye, one last time I’ll let you go, I’ll cross the line Sometimes love means saying goodbye