Most people write me off when they see me.
They do not know my story. They say I am just an African. They judge me before they get to know me. What they do not know is
The pride I have in the blood that runs through my veins;The pride I have in my rich culture and the history of my people;The pride I have in my strong family ties and the deep connection to my community;
The pride I have in the African music, African art, and African dance; The pride I have in my name and the meaning behind it. Just as my name has meaning, I too will live my life with meaning. I will raise my head high wherever I go Because of my African pride,
And nobody will take that away from me.
Never let anyone tell you, your Black is not beautiful.