Rhythm Nation

Apparently I was channeling a little JJ today as my co-workers kindly pointed out. I figured I’d at least own it. I mean to be honest I put on a hat mainly because my hair wasn’t even dry shampoo salvageable. Although I am pretty happy about how my layering skills turned out- the tunic with the vegan leather skirt….adds a unique touch and makes it a little more figure flattering.

As I laughed at the accidental comparison- I couldn’t get the song out of my head. I re-listened to it (it’s been a couple of years since I’ve heard it) and the lyrics could NOT be more fitting for todays political state. As many of my close friends and fiance know- I have been incredibly enthralled and obsessed with the US election (as many people have). I have always considered myself knowledgeable and educated in the worlds happenings, news and events. However, I have had CNN in the background on my computer at work, listened to political podcasts while I work out and my new favourite radio station is AM- this is a new level, even for me. Without getting to opinionated and likely offending some people- I think the below lyrics sum up what needs to happen in the world today.

Five, four, three, two, one
Yeah yeah yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah
Bass bass, bass, bass
With music by our side
To break the color lines
Let’s work together
To improve our way of life
Join voices in protest
To social injustice
A generation full of courage
Come forth with me
People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life
We are a part of the rhythm nation
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers we can get it right
One time
We are a part of the rhythm nation

This is the test
No struggle no progress
Lend a hand to help
Your brother do his best
Things are getting worse
We have to make them better
It’s time to give a damn
Let’s work together come on, yeah

People of the world today
Are we looking for a better way of life
We are a part of the rhythm nation
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers we can get it right
One time
We are a part of the rhythm nation

People of the world unite
Are we looking for a better way of life
We are a part of the rhythm nation
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers we can get it right
One time
We are a part of the rhythm nation

Say it people, say it different
Say it if you want a better way of life
Say it people, say it different
Say it if you want a better way of life

Everybody sing it
People of the world unite
Are we looking for a better way of life
We are a part of the rhythm nation
People of the world unite
Strength in numbers we can get it right
One time
We are a part of the rhythm nation