Lemonade's Influence On My Life

Lemonade inspires me to create music that makes people think critically. Not only is it my career goal, it's my life's passion: making music that can change the world through the spirit of the sound. I feel that Lemonade’s purpose is to empower, to demonstrate the resilience of women of color, and to wage a war against inequality. That message is what inspires me to learn how to raise a sword against injustice, fighting against the adversity that I have faced as a Mexican-American woman, through music and composition. The most inspiring message, for me, that came from her Lemonade album was from “Formation.” This song solidified my belief that women can do incredible things, but must, first, stand together- “get in formation.” Rise from adversity. Break boundaries. Additionally, Lemonade inspires me to keep breaking boundaries in the classroom. I want to gain a new perspective on the world through my studies, while, also, inspiring my peers, as well. For example, when a key musician dropped out of our ensemble, I had to learn and memorize eight minutes of new music just five days before an indoor percussion competition. Despite all odds, when the competition came, I was able to …show more content…
That’s exactly what I want to do. This scholarship will help me to do so, and will help me break boundaries by being the first in my immediate family to earn a Bachelor’s degree, my ultimate educational goal. Similarly, like Beyoncé, I strive to inspire millions through my music and my character. I am unafraid to not only think, but act outside the box to create a positive impact on communities, and that is why I believe I am the best candidate for this scholarship. With it, I can achieve my dreams and launch the dreams of others. Thank you for your