"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS: 
     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

When I was in the 6th grade, all of my friends always asked why I was so rich. I never understood what the hell they were talking about. As I grew older, I realized that my friends were grouping me into what all my older cousins had told them. My cousins had told them that had a lot of money and we threw it around like it was confetti. This situation made me feel very self conscious about my family. I was uncomfortable wearing my nice clothes and would purposely make myself seem to have less money.  

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.) 

At the time, I was very satisfied with the way I handled myself, but now when I look back on all the ridiculous pain it caused me I feel stupid. I shouldn't have to change myself in order to make other people happy. I look at the situation as bullying. When a person is getting bullied, they should remain confident in themselves and their surroundings. Loving yourself and who you are is potentially the most important thing anyone can achieve in their lives.  


* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine; 
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"  

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  

I don't really understand why we are just now talking about this issue of racism. racism has been around for just about forever. Different races and different genders obviously are pleased by different styles of music. The world is a huge melting plot and everyone is raised differently. Therefore, everyone will like different things and have different levels that they can relate to in the music industry. 

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I thought it was very interesting to hear everyones opinions of what they thought about the racism happening. I feel like everyone has a different opinion of what racism really is, so it was cool to look at the way those individuals felt about the subject.

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I disagree with this statement because there are plenty of white and black people in the music industry and both are extremely wealthy.  

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

I think that artists are aware of the world and they are aware that their music isn't going to always please everyone. People will always find a flaw in everything no matter what the situation. 

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language 
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Glny4jSciVI

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

This song shows that my culture cares for others and is willing to all come together in order to make an impact in others lives. We are the world shows many different cultures through the music video along with the different singing styles used by the artists.


To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)

 

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

DIRECTIONS: 

     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

 

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

During my senior year of football in a game against my crosstown rivals Lexington high school during a stoppage in play I was standing in front of their student section and the students started making monkey noises and saying the n word at me and a few of my teammates. What makes it worse is the fact that I knew some of the kids that were doing it. It was a horrible feeling but it gave me more of a drive to compete and play football.  

 

 

2.) Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc)

I’m very satisfied with how my teammates and I handled the situation, we could have gotten extremely mad and did something outlandish like charge the student section from the field, but we just stood there and faced it and ultimately won the game. 

 

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  

I didn’t really see this as racism, I expect the artist to be called names or denied to play certain places due to their race but that wasn’t the case. Also, Canada’s biggest music mogul, drake is mixed, so if anything he has obliterated the walls of racism in Canadian music. 

 

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I found what the artist thought was racism was interesting. When the singer said it was racist that she had to change a song title due to it being hard to pronounce threw me off. That isn’t racism at all. 

 

 

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

I completely disagree with this statement. There are music moguls all over the world of all different races. Maybe a certain kind of music is controlled by white people with money but definitely not all. 

 

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?

I recommend not assimilating with the dominate music culture. Make your own sound and get famous that way. Be new, and innovative, don’t bite off somebody else’s style. 

 

 

 

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3Q7fUIhA74

 

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

This song doesn’t really have a lot of lyrics, but it shows my culture. The song is made by a trio of guys named Keys n Krates. One of them is a keyboardist, one is a drummer, and the other is a DJ. My self being a DJ, I look up to these guys and hopefully one day I can be as big as them. 

     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

 

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

        When I was a lot younger and my middle sister was in high school my parents received a phone call from the colonel in the ROTC program. He refused to take my sister on an overnight ROTC trip because she was gay. It seemed that he was quick to make assumptions. I was young and I just remember how furious my parents were at the colonel and how upset my sister was. I felt bad for my sister because she was really into the ROTC program and I just think she probably thought it was a slap in the face. 

 

2.) Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc)

           I did not really react in any way at the time. Now when I think about it I find it absolutely ridiculous in how the colonel just made quick assumptions about my sister. 

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  

 I understand what she is saying when she says "it's not asking the world to change, it's asking me to change" but I do not think the changing of the name was intended to be racist at all. It makes sense to change the name so people will know how to say it right. 

 

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

         I found it interesting to hear that in Canada being  gay , or a woman of color artist tend to be largely faced with the assumption that his or her music will sound a particular way and will be consumed in a particular way as well. 

 

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

        I do not agree with that statement because a lot of artists who are not white have made quite a good living. If one has what its got then he or she can make it in the music industry regardless of his or her race. 

 

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?

                  I don't think artist should assimilate to the dominant music industry. Being an artist means being able to express yourself freely. If an artist truly believes in his or her own music they will not change, which will help them not lose authenticity of their music. 

 

 

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmWBrN7QV6Y

 

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

  This is a song created by Lady Gaga and it depicts violence and sexual assaults against women. It brings up the increasing issue of campus rape all over America. In the end of the video it shows how victims gay, straight, etc overcome the trauma slowly and find comfort in friends and family. Sexual assault is a current and increasing issue in America and although it does not exemplify the positive diversity of our culture it does explain that it is a serious issue in our culture.   

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS: 
     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB
I was at a party and a white female went up to 3 african american guys, She said "wow all of you look like brothers" They continued to say no none of us are related at all. The girl than responded with "my bad all of you look the same to me" 

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I was stunned at how disrespectful a person could be to someone of a different race. People say that racism and segregation is not as bad as it used to be but it is still very much present. Just because our president is black hasn't really changed the disconnect between black and whites being equal


2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.) 
 I  was just a person standing near what happened and felt as though I shouldn't but in to something that wasn't my business. The guys gave responses to her that were good enough telling her she is stupid and doesn't know what she is talking about.


Explain:


* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine; 
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"  

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  
I agree with most of the things being said, I understand the fact that they are wondering if it will start to change or just keep getting progressivley worse or stay the same

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
When they discussed "queer" people and there music that was disturbing 

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I disagree, most sucessful music artists and rappers are not white. money should not be assigned to a certain race. Money is earned by people who want to work for it, people who have goals and asspirations. not the color of their skin


4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

Certain artists might change up there style to be in with whats "hip" or trending" like making there music more popular and more likely to be put on the radio. Saying certain things and having certain beats etc.
* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language 
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.



5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRaFMlZ1YHA
- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
Apparently by J cole talks about dreams and just real life, not being about the color of your skin but being believed in.


To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)

     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

A couple years ago I was on vacation with my family in St. Vincent and the Grenadines where the minority of the island is caucasian. It was not made a big deal, especially because many of the locals were used to tourists visiting from Europe and North America. We were adventuring around the island one day and made it to a part that was more off the beaten path. I remember driving down a dirt road with our windows down when we saw some local children. It caught me off guard when one of the kids screamed at the top of his lungs “white people!!!” It was not in a negative tone, it was just surprising to hear it because that is not what happens in the United States. It made me feel a little out of place and uncomfortable, but I did not feel that I was in danger at all. 

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.) 

My family and I did not react in a negative manner because the child did not do anything wrong, and his parents apologized even though it was not necessary. I think that it made all of us think about how it is when the situations are reversed, when you are the minority somewhere. I am satisfied with the way we all reacted because I know some people would be extremely offended.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine; 

"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"  

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  

I never really thought about it as being described as racism in the music industry, but it makes sense and it does not really surprise me. Racism has been around for a long time and with many different situations. I just did not know that it was so prevalent in the music industry. 

I found it interesting to hear what the artists believed to be racism in the music industry. Some of it I could see and agree with, but other things were just more of a difference in opinions, not racism.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I disagree with this statement that people who have money are white… and so the music scene is going to reflect that power. There are plenty of artists and producers not only in the United States, but around the world, that are all different races and extremely wealthy. 

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

I personally believe that mosts artists create their music in a way that relates to their own culture and beliefs, as well as the way they were raised. Artists knowing being a part of the music industry that someone is always going to disagree with their decisions, or not like certain songs they create, but they just have to feel free to express themselves and their culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd6FXOTapMM (If I Were A Boy - Beyonce)

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

I think this song reflects the culture that we live in because often boys can get away with a lot more actions than girls can. This song shows from a girl’s point of view how she sees boys acting in relationships and how they treat others. It represents both sides. While it is a girl criticizing everything a boy does “wrong,” it is also showing how girls stereotype all guys at the same time.

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
 DIRECTIONS: 
     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB
 
 1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
 One night, I was closing up for my job at Ripley’s Believe it or Not. Just listening to music and minding my own business. Right next to Ripley’s is a 3 story parking garage. On the 3rd story of the garage were 3 white teens yelling from below for my attention so I took my headphones off. Thinking it was something important, I gave them my full attention. The teen in the middle screamed “Aye N****r!” and his friends were obviously in support as they began to laugh with him. I felt a deep anger inside. Hundreds of years and we continue to fight the same battle. It comes a time when enough is enough, but I laughed it off because I know they wouldn’t have done the same if we were face to face on the sidewalk. 
 
 2. Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (How did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.) 
 There’s not much I could’ve said or done, but I know they were just looking for a reaction. I gave them a non-verbal response with a kind middle finger and walked to my car. No, I do not have any regrets.
 
 * LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine; 
 "3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene," 
 
 3. What is your reaction to what the artists are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  
 It is true that some music is discriminated against from a cultural aspect. I wouldn’t say it’s exactly racist, but it is a childish reason to dislike the essence of music. Music is the most beautiful art in the world. 
 
 - What did you find interesting or disturbing?
 It's interesting talking about religion and the choices they have to make as artists. They aren’t exactly told what to say, think, and do, but when the ones around you value such a topic, lyric writing can become a complicated process.  
 
 4. Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
 I do not agree with this statement. Hip Hop has completely taken over the American lifestyle and lifestyles of others worldwide. Most people in this industry are African American with extraordinary amounts of money. Now it may be true most whites come from affluent culture, but their music is usually black.
 
 4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (Definition below)
 In order to maintain the identity of their music they must listen to the music played around that particular region and use their tone of music, but doing that while also adding a “personal touch” (new lyrics, different use of instruments, etc.)
 
 * Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language 
 (could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.
 
 5.) It’s YOUR TURN: Provide a YouTube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (However you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
 
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqJAnQTwmJs

 - How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
 Tupac was seen as the rap legend along with Biggie Smalls back in the 90’s era when African Americans were faced with everyday struggles along with harassment from law enforcement. This video represents the lighter side of black culture, but he also discussed the dark times in black history as well.

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS: 
     Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I actually observed prejudice a few times towards the muslim religion within our classroom discussions of islamic extremists. I noticed a few comments where all muslims were grouped together and stereotyped to all be the same, and why they couldn't get their act together. This made me feel very sad and upset that people have that mindset towards those of the muslim religion as a whole. My grandfather was muslim and was one of the calmest, gentlest, and soft spoken people that I have ever met, and it saddens me to think that an entire religion is classified by a small percentage of extremists. 

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.) 
I didn't say anything because it wasn't a conversation directed specifically towards me. I would have liked to say something, however in most cases when people have formulated an opinion towards something or someone it is hard to change their perception and makes you feel even more discouraged. 


* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine; 
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"  

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"  
I believe that everyone perceives racism or how racism is defined in a different light. Similarly everyone perceives music differently and have different preferences towards which music they like and dislike. Although there is racism everywhere, I wouldn't go as far as to say that the music industry is made up of racism. There are all kinds of different races, genders, and religions from which the music industry consists. 

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
It is interesting to know that many of the artists are told what to do by those who have the status or the money and aren't able to have much say so or even make many decision on their own. Sometimes this even consists of changing a part of ones self such as their name. 

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I strongly disagree. People such as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Akon, Beyonce, Enrique Iglesias, Bruno Mars, and plenty of others of different races and genders have money and thereby also run the music scene. As of late it seems that there is less white prominence in the music scene and other races have started to become more prominent. Take for example Beyonce's superbowl routine, and the controversial issues that provoked, that required money and status to pull of. 

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
In order to assimilate as an artist, they must make music which is desirable of the region or people to which the music is directed. To keep their authenticity they have to add a little bit of their identity in their music, whether it be extra pizaz or just by using similies and metaphors in their music to relate it back to something personal. 

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language 
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.



5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avbNOjCOHJE

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

I believe this song reflects our culture historically as well as emphasizing our present and future. The video contains parts of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I have a Dream" speech and is actually titled so. The song states that there is a dream that one day I may look deeper than myself. This song is pertinent  for todays culture and all of the racial, religious and gender divides we experience, and emphasizes that we need to look beyond ourselves and our prejudices and stereotypical opinions to progress as a nation.