Brown Man's Funk
Brown Man's Funk: A Musical Reflection on Identity, Challenges, and Resilience
Lyrics
1949 constitutionalized
Refers to the year 1949 when certain principles were established in the constitution.
we start making sense
Commencement of making sense or rational decisions.
and say that we abide.
Expressing commitment to follow established rules and principles.
There's been three major wars
Acknowledging three major wars in history.
In the brown community,
Highlighting challenges faced by the brown community despite progress.
we still lack the smile,
Not experiencing the expected joy or success in the brown community.
With lack of opportunity.
Attributing the lack of success to limited opportunities.
While taking a cue from
Learning from the global community and adapting to new ideas.
the rest of world fraternity,
Globalizing policies and practices in pursuit of immunity or freedom from consequences.
we liberalise it all
Promoting liberalization to achieve impunity.
To get us some impunity.
Riding the wave of environmental consciousness and entering a new era.
We ride the green wave
Dancing and celebrating despite achieving only minimal success.
And make it past millenium,
Encouraging the younger generation to aspire for greatness.
dancing for the mighty
Setting high goals but acknowledging limited achievements.
And make bare minimum.
Advising kids to aim for the stars but to return by a certain time due to limitations.
To kids we must say,
Addressing the importance of tradition and cultural norms.
""You should reach for the stars.
Encouraging pride in one's identity as a brown individual.
But come back by eight
Emphasizing the societal constraints on personal freedom and exploration.
Coz you can only go so far.
Limiting aspirations due to societal expectations and boundaries.
You are bound by traditions
Highlighting the influence of cultural traditions on marriage.
here's your groom and wife,
Encouraging pride in being brown despite societal restrictions.
be proud you are brown
Encouraging perseverance in the face of challenges.
Atleast you get to have a life""
Stressing the importance of having a fulfilling life despite constraints.
Now slog till you die
Advocating hard work until the end of life.
And raise the kids alright,
Emphasizing responsible parenting and ensuring the well-being of children.
For you should have a dream
Promoting the idea of always striving for personal goals.
To always brush aside.
Encouraging resilience and the ability to overcome challenges.
But we don't want to stress
Rejecting unnecessary stress and focusing on positive possibilities.
the screwed up possibilities.
Acknowledging the existence of challenges but choosing not to dwell on them.
We've come to play some funk
Expressing the intention to bring joy and positivity through music and creativity.
With the some brown capabilities.
Celebrating the unique abilities and talents of the brown community through funk music.
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