But, she is strong, she perseveres through whatever life throws at her. That is why I resonate with her, not because of specific actions, but because at the end of the day she is going to find a way to succeed. Whether…
By beginning the song with descriptions of the main character refraining from sex, as well as fighting for her rights, the lyrics empower women by supporting both the decision to abstain from sex, as well as the decision to indulge. Nikki Minaj’s verse reinforces the idea that sex may be used for power by vocalizing her sexual abilities in the lyrics. Dolly Parton is also introduces as a sex icon to establish that sexual freedom, although controversial, is empowering through the basic idea that it is just that- FREEDOM. Although the lyrics have the power to negatively influence future generations toward sexual exhibitionism, that is not the point that the song is trying to make.…
She is a wonderful example of what it is to be a hard working woman. She shows that no one should take the word no. If it is possible, she believe you should take on any challenges the world will bring. She is the type of individual that encourages people to be all they can be and to follow their dream. Alani is a person that loves to let others know that it is okay to be knocked down as long as you get back up and dust yourself off and keep working towards your dream.…
Billie Holiday, occasionally known as Lady Day, was a well known harlem renaissance singer. Billie Holiday's life was an intriguing yet very misfortunate story. Billie Holiday had gone through many obstacles in her lifetime. Even as she rose to fame, problems in her short life never seem to go away. Billie Holiday had to overcome through problems like addiction, prostitution, rape, etc... Throughout her entire life, from her early life to death Billie Holiday had to face and many struggles and never quite overcame them either.…
Throughout her career Mary J. Blige continues to inspire and uplift woman through there hardships. She encourages independence and empowerment of women in her songs which all have a powerful message behind them. My mom has always instilled in me to never rely on any man. Today, I continue to follow this motto, and like Mary J. Blige, I empower my friends when they are feeling down. Mary J. Blige is a true representation of strength through her…
Dorothy Day was religious figure, an editor, a single mother, and women’s rights activist which was a lot for a woman in her time period. She was born in 1897, a time period where it was abnormal for woman to have such involvement with government issues. Women in the 20th century were usually staying at home and taking care of the kids and all household needs. In the time that Dorothy Day lived, she was considered a nut because of the decisions she made with her life. But today when her life is reviewed she is not a nut but instead a strong woman who loved to help others and after years of taking Christ for granted decided to seek Christianity.…
Imagine stepping out of a limo, being completely surrounded by paparazzi who are just trying to get a snapshot of your glamorous style. You are the most beloved actress of your time, the 1950s. This was the reality of the young, actress Doris Day. From a young age, Day was intrigued with the performing arts. She began her rise to fame at age of fourteen through dancing, singing, and acting.…
Beyoncé has created several songs that symbolize feminism. “Run the World” is one song that expresses the idea of feminism and how women should unite and stand together. It has been and anthem for women all around the world. Another song by Beyoncé is “If I were ad Boy” this song is from a woman’s point of…
Besides her voice and great performences another essential thing she does are her music videos. The videos catch ones’ eye and gives a visual look on what the song is really about. It is like an extra push to the song’s message and explanation. In her song “Nobody’s Perfect,” she sings about regret, and wishing to turn the time back to fix what she had done. The song is about not realizing what she had and taking trust for granted.…
This is the kind of song that supports a message to girls and women to be strong and to throw off the veil of oppression just because of our…
“We got laughed at. My father was told would never make it. Its gradual, a growing process. It’s not like it came overnight.”…
Many of the songs out there are filled with derogatory lyrics. They are directed mostly towards women, but a few are directed towards the role of men. Beyonce, a prominent female artist, did a very popular song, ¨If I were a Boy,” with millions of YouTube views. This song is about double standards on both genders. ¨If I were a Boy¨ was just the song where men are viewed as the bad guys, and women are taken advantage of.…
Based on the biography of Annika Rodriguez, I envision a woman who exuded compassion and a dedication to advancing her society. To me, Annika Rodriguez is an epitome of how I want to live my life- compassionate and dedicated to service that will create a better environment. Over the past years, I received various opportunities to serve my community through my passions in singing and service. Since the age of nine, I have been a member of my church’s (Gaboan Baptist) youth choir, where I am able to express my passion for singing and strengthen my religious faith.…
She wrote this book for the girls who can identify with her and put their selves in her shoes and know that’s its ok to not like girly things while still being…
Media Autobiography: Chelsea Guy It is easy to take for granted the level of influence that media has on your life as it becomes engrossed in your daily activities. Sometimes we may not even realize how the media contributes to the way we speak, dress, act, and interact with others. Mass media refers to any means of communication that reach relatively large sums of people. Some examples of Mass media include television, movies, music, internet, books, newspapers, and social networks.…