Stand Tall
Rising Beyond Limits: Dominique Fils-Aimé's Anthem of Unity
Lyrics
I’ll be a bird without a sky
I'll embrace freedom despite limitations or boundaries.
You can be warm without the sun
You can find warmth and comfort independently, not relying on external sources like the sun.
We will drift by without the breeze
We will navigate through life without external support or guidance.
I will drift by without the breeze
Personal commitment to self-sufficiency and resilience.
I’ll be a bird without a sky
Reiteration of the desire for freedom and independence.
You can be warm without the sun
Encouragement to find warmth within oneself, not dependent on external factors.
We will drift by without the breeze
Emphasis on self-reliance and navigating challenges independently.
I will drift by without the breeze
Personal commitment to facing life's challenges without external assistance.
I can shine on without the light
Expressing the ability to shine and thrive even in the absence of traditional sources of light.
You should live free without the hassle
Suggesting a life free from unnecessary burdens or complications.
We can stand tall lying down
Positivity and resilience in the face of adversity.
We can stand tall lying down
Reiteration of the strength to stand tall despite lying down, symbolizing resilience.
I can shine on without the light
Repeating the theme of personal resilience and thriving independently.
You should live free without the hassle
Encouragement to lead a free and unencumbered life.
We can stand tall lying down
Emphasizing the strength to stand tall even in a position of vulnerability.
We can stand tall lying down
Reiteration of resilience and strength in adversity.
J’ai vraiment puisé mon inspiration dans les émotions de l’histoire des noirs qui ont mené à la naissance du Jazz, et sont liés à la révolution pour créer un message plein d’amour et d’espoir.
Statement on drawing inspiration from the emotional history of black culture, particularly related to Jazz, conveying a message of love and hope.
Je pense qu’elle est importante car encore aujourd’hui, l’histoire continu de s’écrire, des moments de grande violence, de fermeture d’esprit entre humain, alors que d’après moi, on avance seulement à partir du moment où on s’unit, qu’on apprécie, qu’on respecte la richesse de notre pluralité, et qu’on est plus fort ensemble.
Reflection on the ongoing history, advocating unity, appreciation, and respect for diversity to overcome violence and closed-mindedness.
I can shine on without the light
Reiteration of personal resilience and ability to shine independently.
You should live free without the hassle
Encouragement for a life free from unnecessary burdens or complications.
We can stand tall lying down
Restating the theme of standing tall even in vulnerable positions.
We can stand tall lying down
Reiteration of strength and resilience in lying down.
I can shine on without the light
Reaffirming the ability to thrive independently, even without external sources of light.
You should live free without the hassle
Encouraging a life free from unnecessary burdens and complications.
We can stand tall lying down
Emphasizing the strength to stand tall despite vulnerability.
We can stand tall lying down
Reiteration of resilience and strength in challenging situations.
I’ll be a bird without a sky
Expressing a desire for freedom and independence, similar to the earlier lines.
You can be warm without the sun
Highlighting the possibility of finding warmth independently, not relying on external sources.
We will drift by without the breeze
Reiterating the ability to navigate life without external support or guidance.
I will drift by without the breeze
Personal commitment to self-sufficiency and resilience, similar to earlier lines.
We can stand tall lying down
Reiteration of the theme of standing tall even in a position of vulnerability.
We can stand tall lying down
Final affirmation of the strength to stand tall despite lying down, concluding the song on a note of resilience.
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