N'we Jinan Artists - "HOME TO ME" // Grassy Narrows First Nation

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  • čas přidán 17. 03. 2016
  • Song written, recorded and filmed in Grassy Narrows First Nation.
    DOWNLOAD on ITUNES: itunes.apple.com/ca/album/hom...
    For more information:
    www.nwejinan.com
    Produced by David Hodges (hodgesbeats.com)
    Video by Andrei Savu (www.dreimedia.com)
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    SONG CREDITS: Sharice Bruce, Dylan Fobister, Jimi Fobister, Preston Paul ,Darwin Fobister, Janessa Kejick ,Damien Kejick, Ashley Fobister, Linda Fobister, Paul Cedric Oteskan, Edmond Jack & Josh Bigblood.
    Special thanks to: Shooniyaa Wa-Biitong Training Centre: shooniyaa.org/
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    Media inquiries: nwejinan@gmail.com

Komentáře • 836

  • @shirlart
    @shirlart Před 5 lety +13

    I am an older white woman who was sent this by a friend who is part Cherokee. I LOVE THIS song, the in tension the message...YOU ARE AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep doing this.
    NAMASTE!.

    • @shirlart
      @shirlart Před 5 lety

      Intention not in tension. :)

  • @dustonfisher1280
    @dustonfisher1280 Před 2 lety +16

    My sister would listen to this song. She's no longer with us .. hits me hard this song right now love you my sis until we meet again...

    • @earlc5990
      @earlc5990 Před 10 měsíci +1

      So sorry for your loss. May our great grandfather help you find each other again.

  • @funnyperson14
    @funnyperson14 Před 7 lety +345

    My brother is the one who raps the second and third verse, with the purple hat. Oh my god, I cried watching this for the very first time! I cried when y'all were making it haha, it was awesome at the end when we all got to be part of it at the front of the school. :D Graduated that very year, and so did my brother. I am so proud of him. :D

    • @andrewmattinas7085
      @andrewmattinas7085 Před 5 lety +4

      Kambria Loon good stuff yooo I respect grassy narrows 💯 one love from Constance lake Ont

    • @MindfulLifex
      @MindfulLifex Před 5 lety +4

      you all are awesome :) :) thanks for sharing your talents with us.

    • @waqaryasir5826
      @waqaryasir5826 Před 5 lety +5

      Your brothers rapping is ass. He’s literally just talking with a beat

    • @waqaryasir5826
      @waqaryasir5826 Před 5 lety +2

      Jayne Eyre www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.x4-18v-lithium-ion-cordless-drill-and-impact-driver-combo-kit-2-tool-with-2-15ah-batteries-charger.1000742190.html

    • @funnyperson14
      @funnyperson14 Před 5 lety +2

      @@waqaryasir5826 whatever back freckle lol

  • @dalelittlebear1148
    @dalelittlebear1148 Před 2 lety +2

    I'm from pine ridge, south dakota, reservation. When I saw this video, it gave me hope that one day our youth will find the light and be blessed in their walk in life, Wopila (thank you)

  • @henryeaster5750
    @henryeaster5750 Před 8 lety +3

    My name is Bill. I do not have my own YT account. Just want to say this.Since falling in love with this song I have grown even closer to my own roots. A bow down to all that you must still put up with. I love watching you love your community.

  • @slotcarpalace
    @slotcarpalace Před 8 lety +10

    The hope for this Canada of ours is in our youth. The kids of Grassy Narrows have made my heart soar and brought tears to my eyes.

  • @jkbebe1211
    @jkbebe1211 Před 5 lety +26

    My native language teacher plays this song during class and I love it

  • @user-ht4gb2fw4e
    @user-ht4gb2fw4e Před 8 lety +7

    Respect from Celtic/Norse community! Very powerful song!

  • @mizpah927
    @mizpah927 Před 8 lety +5

    Thank you....needed to hear this...my mom is from grassy my uncle keith is one who died from mercury poisoning.......I've been so lost....been searching for something good. Hard in the city.

    • @acclaimmaintenance7452
      @acclaimmaintenance7452 Před 8 lety +2

      Sorry to hear about your uncle Keith. We are all hearing about the struggles in grassy and communities across the nation particularly through Nwe Jinan and the voices of the youth. You are all showing great character and you are all inspiring. No matter how hard it is in the city you there is a place for you. Never give up, keep praying and keep moving forward. God has your back.

  • @maddy7
    @maddy7 Před 8 lety +10

    2 thumbs up for this inspirational song to get your message across about the sad situation on your lands & in your community BUT 2 THUMBS DOWN to our gov't for doing NOTHING for over 50 years...just shameful IMO

  • @a4dio580
    @a4dio580 Před 4 lety +63

    we watched this at school, it was so good I had to come back

    • @joshuaRamnauth06
      @joshuaRamnauth06 Před 4 lety +5

      Kujo Jotaro You also got to see the hard core auto tune used in this video by people who don’t have talent.

    • @Hope525252
      @Hope525252 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad you listened to this in school!! The message in this is beautiful and these artists do have have talent, keep listening and exploring the music and the meaning that is right for you.

    • @addiea9381
      @addiea9381 Před 3 lety

      Same with me l looooove this song so much

    • @kiernanthompson349
      @kiernanthompson349 Před 3 lety

      Same

    • @ghostz_playz1st
      @ghostz_playz1st Před 3 lety

      same :D But my class watched We Won’t Forget You :( it was sad 😔 lucky that my Grandma and all her 9 siblings survived:D and my father because he went and also survived, and if he didn’t survive i wouldn’t be born first nation or so

  • @dn2ze
    @dn2ze Před 8 lety +93

    told you people, Native pride is strong in the North..why can't the south learn from us..it's about time we took back what's ours before it is all destroyed....Native Pride!!!! real Natives and yet not one is wearing a headdress..respect.

  • @michaeljgood2216
    @michaeljgood2216 Před 5 lety +4

    Nobody has forgotten you... let us all grow together and find the answers that will heal the land!

  • @wraith3462
    @wraith3462 Před rokem +8

    Such power and such beauty within this song 🎵 keep up your strong spirits and this beautiful music 🎶 flowing until your voices are heard around the world 🌎 ❤️ ✨️

  • @marlenecruz
    @marlenecruz Před 8 lety +14

    Amazing what you can do, when you give some tools to young people. Talent just flourish! Grassy Narrows First Nation, you should be so proud of your youth. So talented, and valuable, a deep true message on this song as well.

  • @xchanner1232
    @xchanner1232 Před 6 lety +6

    My favourite song

  • @FolioCreative
    @FolioCreative Před 6 lety +49

    These kids are terrific. The lyrics are inspirational and very moving.
    Home to Me
    Keep old ways that we’ve always had
    It still lives inside
    This is a place where we love the land
    Let’s work to show our pride
    Keep us safe, keep us free, like it used to be
    Don’t want to be tied down
    We find love where we’re from and beat against the drums
    It’s a beautiful sound
    From the ground up, we’ll find a path home
    Feeling pulled by the sun, wish I can go
    We learned from the past, now we can grow
    We’re promised a chance, let the plans show
    Go big, go far, there are no limits
    I wanna see change, so my soul lives it
    They cut down our trees, while we blow kisses
    Defend our home, while they dismiss us
    Gete ishkonigan
    It feels like home to me
    Taapshko endaayaan
    It feels like home to me
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”
    Don’t be afraid when you’re falling fast
    There’s something in the unknown
    I held onto my culture, it’s been calling me back
    There is a story of hope
    Winds of change, long ago, hear the chants far and low
    Our voices called out for rain
    The it rained, brought us life, gave us faith, gave us sight
    To see that we shall remain
    Let your spirit soar as far as you can
    Try not to be reminded by the scars of the past
    Rise from the ruins, keep protecting the land
    Don’t take it for granted, can’t neglect what we have
    Stand together as a nation, express what we feel
    True conversation and address what is real
    Connected to the land, we are one with each other
    This is our home to discover
    Gete ishkonigan
    It feels like home to me
    Taapshko endaayaan
    It feels like home to me
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”
    Gotta stay on point like the fastest arrow
    Bring hope to the people of Grassy Narrows
    Want peace in the land, can’t go back to the battles
    8th Fire in action, casting shadows
    From the old to the new, let us show you the truth
    Light up the path, there’s a glow in the youth
    Boozhoo to the world, this is where we live
    Let the journey begin
    Gete ishkonigan
    It feels like home to me
    Taapshko endaayaan
    It feels like home to me
    Gete ishkonigan
    It feels like home to me
    Taapshko endaayaan
    It feels like home to me
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”
    Sometimes it’s hard to find the words to say, “you’re home to me”

  • @exclusivefresh
    @exclusivefresh Před 7 lety +2

    God bless the natives of this great country. Native people need to be leaders. The only people who truly know how to connect with the land and protect it. God bless you native people, I hope your people become leaders once again. Spirituality is #1 and your people have always understood that. Much Love.

  • @debbiepoker5877
    @debbiepoker5877 Před 7 lety +32

    I'm native and I really love this song!😍😘

  • @mpwall123
    @mpwall123 Před 8 lety +21

    I just heard today, the interview with Sharice and Paul on CBC radio, and I was captivated with the dialogue, but more importantly, I was embedded in the lyrics of Home to Me. It brought tears to my eyes.
    What a wonderful production and effort. The vocals are exquisite, the harmonies are second to none, and the rapping works wonderfully (and this is coming from a 55 year old white guy).
    I have always had a deep admiration for all native Canadians, but it embarrasses and maddens me, the struggles that you endure. I just made an iTunes purchase of Home to Me.

    • @acclaimmaintenance7452
      @acclaimmaintenance7452 Před 8 lety +7

      I'm a 66 year old white guy and I am also maddened by the continued struggles we are witnessing. I've been following Nwe Jinan since its inception and the message of hope and determination rising from the souls of the new First Nations generation is travelling from coast to coast to coast. It is time we all stop to listen to these kids.

  • @absolutefablous4111
    @absolutefablous4111 Před 7 lety +6

    Native Pride Is Strong Especially When You Are. Native Is Our Pride And No One Will Bring Us Down!

  • @elguapo90
    @elguapo90 Před 8 lety +73

    beautiful. I'm mexican. native pride all day

    • @denisenodapmontesoglesby684
      @denisenodapmontesoglesby684 Před 7 lety +8

      THANKS MEXICO >>>

    • @Skarlet79
      @Skarlet79 Před 7 lety +7

      I personally prefer the term ethnicity instead of race, because we all belong to one race, the human race.

    • @NoNumbers
      @NoNumbers Před 5 lety

      Realize this is Canada, not Mexico

    • @victorydel410
      @victorydel410 Před 5 lety +2

      I love Mexicans too ❤👌🏽

    • @henry3794
      @henry3794 Před 4 lety +3

      Omq Mexicans are still natives you dumb fuck. Aztecs, Mayans, Toltecs, etc more tribes are apart of my Mexican culture. We share same genetic pools and all belong to the americas so relax and correct your self.

  • @danachiarotstaff1052
    @danachiarotstaff1052 Před 4 lety +6

    Hi there! I just wanted to let you know how amazing and beautiful I think this song is! It brings tears to my eyes every time I watch it! I'm a teacher in Ontario and I have many students who watch this video as we learn about access to clean water in Canada. I hope you all stay strong and keep fighting for your community! And know that your voices and story have impacted many Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth across Turtle Island!

    • @user-ht4gb2fw4e
      @user-ht4gb2fw4e Před 2 lety

      Struggle. Female Voices. Here & over the Sea. You're student's must Feel the whole world in all it's complexities! Song courtesy of the permission Royally granted by the Immaculate Royal House Of Saud! If only Taliban could catch up! A long hard road sis!czcams.com/video/CDsxT0QkZ1s/video.html

  • @craigsmall514
    @craigsmall514 Před 8 lety +1

    What a world it would be had my ancestor's governments embraced these wonderful people.

  • @treyday3470
    @treyday3470 Před 6 lety +6

    This song makes me feel like I'm at home. ☺️ Her voice gives me the chills

  • @nodrogytsirk
    @nodrogytsirk Před 8 lety +5

    This is awesome! We must listen to the wisdom of our youth! Please share this video all across Canada!

  • @oliverhubbard2545
    @oliverhubbard2545 Před 5 lety +5

    Wicked cool song!!! From Queensland Australia!

  • @trapdinawrpool
    @trapdinawrpool Před 8 lety +9

    Wow just WOW Brilliant Thanks so much for sharing

  • @johnsallie9753
    @johnsallie9753 Před 8 lety +17

    Awesome video....great work guys and girls.

  • @GrantusM
    @GrantusM Před 8 lety +10

    Love this!
    Sharing in Scotland, UK.

  • @facksakes
    @facksakes Před 7 lety +15

    This is the best song I've heard in a long time and it actually has meaning to it. Great song keep it up NATIVE PRIDE all the way!!!

  • @jessicadurham2621
    @jessicadurham2621 Před 7 lety +4

    Go ahead natives we rock good song

  • @melaniekuz1239
    @melaniekuz1239 Před 8 lety +23

    WHOLEY AMAZING!!!!!!
    i'm sharing this EVERYWHERE!

  • @dwntwncrown
    @dwntwncrown Před 8 lety +2

    just caught on the national!!! holy shit!!! that is f-in good!!!

  • @JoAnneFormanekGustafson2756284

    Every time I watch this

  • @pamelaboissoneau3724
    @pamelaboissoneau3724 Před 7 lety +10

    Let's work to show our pride #nativepride #humanpride

  • @melaniestansbury-fallingbr2343

    To honour T&R week, your song Home To Me has become #1 on our playlist. Thank YOU very much :)

  • @wtfcanucktrottier9955
    @wtfcanucktrottier9955 Před 8 lety +12

    inspiring - having the effect of inspiring someone. Beautiful anthem.

  • @khwezimbolekwa5929
    @khwezimbolekwa5929 Před 8 lety +3

    heard this yesterday on CBC Tapestry and I was moved by the lyrics. The message resonates. It is applicable to many folks in our communities and nation. We are all in this together. MLK II (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. )had it right. Awesome. Well done! Thank you for sharing

  • @jamesb4047
    @jamesb4047 Před rokem +3

    I have been following N'we Jinan for a few years now and I must say I love their dedication and spirit for our culture. Being true to who you are and using your voice to educate others in our culture is truly a breath of fresh air. Keep up the amazing music. Miigwech

  • @Killerrin
    @Killerrin Před 8 lety +11

    Just saw this on The National, great song!

  • @snakejon7316
    @snakejon7316 Před 7 lety +3

    This NEEDS to be shared in all nations. THIS RESERVE NEEDS CLEAN WATER #SAVEGRASSYNARROWS

  • @catrionanicthamhais
    @catrionanicthamhais Před 8 lety +16

    gorgeous!!!! Thanks a million.

  • @raigeleealorut929
    @raigeleealorut929 Před 8 lety +6

    Seen it on the National couple weeks ago, luv the song.

  • @shavonnelecompte9229
    @shavonnelecompte9229 Před 4 lety +4

    I love this song and I'm a native that lives in lower brule beautiful 😍😍

  • @neploop9811
    @neploop9811 Před 4 lety +5

    I watched this in school on Orange Shirt Day 🤗

  • @kwimumolega4962
    @kwimumolega4962 Před rokem +4

    Still my favourite song….but I must say I have several favourites ❤😊😊..thanks to everyone who created this music..I listen to it every time I work preparing for my canoes and art 😊 Ty

  • @nigelkent8539
    @nigelkent8539 Před 29 dny

    My dad took me there once he's gone now.
    REST EASY DAD.

  • @filledesprit
    @filledesprit Před 8 lety +49

    Great song; love how you combined new beats with traditional sounds. Hope you can continue to write and produce more!!

    • @beautifulboy7878
      @beautifulboy7878 Před 4 lety

      S*it could go sooo far, its like bread n butter, just goes!!

  • @luvthemusic
    @luvthemusic Před 8 lety +3

    Absolutely fabulous!!!!!

  • @magdalene55
    @magdalene55 Před 8 lety +6

    Your song and spirit give this old medicine bear hope!

  • @murreyhall
    @murreyhall Před 8 lety +7

    great message..

  • @mdallasinto
    @mdallasinto Před 8 lety +3

    Wow! Great job. I love that you sang some in Anishinabek.

  • @ceelove09
    @ceelove09 Před 8 lety +3

    This song is so amazing I heard this song and my whole world got bright again and my heart is loving this the lyrics the beat the voices are all so real. Thank you for waking my heart up . Me and my wife are obsessed with this song 😊😊😊😁😁It feels like to me 😊😊😊💞💞💞✊✊✊👏👏👏👏

  • @j.a.p.sgreenleaf3477
    @j.a.p.sgreenleaf3477 Před 6 lety +2

    I love this song .missing grassy norrows and k town love u all missing u all

  • @neo1067
    @neo1067 Před 4 lety +9

    I live in grassy narrows

  • @Jessica-sw7tm
    @Jessica-sw7tm Před rokem +3

    Beautiful! These kids are amazing singers and the shots of their home wonderful.

  • @gimmeachance7059
    @gimmeachance7059 Před 8 lety +35

    Beautiful, beautiful! Makes me cry!

  • @eugenesimon5071
    @eugenesimon5071 Před 3 lety +3

    Such a great song with lovely lyrics and a great tune from you beautiful young people. May the love that surrounds you protect you always.

  • @shadesofnorth
    @shadesofnorth Před 8 lety +30

    Miigwech. 'Home to Me' is a powerful song indeed.

  • @hilarybrown2938
    @hilarybrown2938 Před 8 lety +10

    Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your spirit and talent

  • @realitia
    @realitia Před rokem +4

    I love this song so much. I listen to it several times a week and it gives me hope, lifts my heart and moves my spirit. Thank you for the goodness you are bringing into the world.

  • @ambienttechno
    @ambienttechno Před 8 lety +9

    This is like my new favorite song. Love it. Achukma taloa yakoke!

  • @stephenschwab7143
    @stephenschwab7143 Před 3 lety +2

    This music brought tears to my eyes. I'm homesick. Thank you young people.

  • @titchdharamsi7151
    @titchdharamsi7151 Před 8 lety +2

    This better be seen by the whole planet. My new favourite song. Amazing. Buying it.

  • @TheAuntieBa
    @TheAuntieBa Před 7 lety +3

    You guys sound great! And your message IS getting out. Look just a bit south, to the Dakotas; hundreds of thousands, from all over the world, are hearing and helping. You are not alone.

  • @juliathomas9063
    @juliathomas9063 Před 2 lety +3

    Love these songs by students from different nations.

  • @TheLadyclearwater
    @TheLadyclearwater Před 5 lety +7

    I am so impressed with this song and all of the musicians who sang. It's a extraordinary effort by young people. I've got it playing on a loop...I love it that much

  • @karinjanze3492
    @karinjanze3492 Před 6 lety +1

    Great! So powerfull! I was in Grassy Narrows in 2013 and will never forget the sad story of your people and the struggle you still have with the mercury poisoning. Love, peace and all the best from The Netherlands (Europe).

  • @angelcardinall5619
    @angelcardinall5619 Před 8 lety +4

    Hey im from northern Alberta, and I totally love this song. I find it amazing. It's so beautiful, thank you guys for making such a wonderful song.
    Sincerely,
    A 15 year old teen.

  • @1985Crump
    @1985Crump Před 7 lety +2

    CBC take note.. They are awesome!

  • @bgward3
    @bgward3 Před 7 lety +2

    i am from timmins.........i love this flipping song........good for you

  • @boriscontreras9732
    @boriscontreras9732 Před 8 lety +6

    Respect!

  • @InTheGrooveBabii
    @InTheGrooveBabii Před 7 lety +2

    Love this song

  • @navydiving
    @navydiving Před 8 lety +6

    Brilliant!

  • @northerncaliforniachicanof4249

    🎵 Your music is healing to the soul 🙏🏼

  • @paigemalcolm6836
    @paigemalcolm6836 Před 7 lety +2

    Excellent !

  • @janetlucas2343
    @janetlucas2343 Před 7 lety +8

    Amazing song! Talented!

  • @iamacuriouscanuck
    @iamacuriouscanuck Před 8 lety +8

    Just saw this video on The National. Great song! I'll be sure to listen to the rest of the songs posted by N'we Jinan. I'm sure I'll find a few more favourites that will be making it on to my Canada Day playlist.

  • @SofiiaMarie
    @SofiiaMarie Před 7 lety +3

    Amazing !!

  • @christineduncan7339
    @christineduncan7339 Před 7 lety +4

    Amazing stuff! Songs of hope, resilience, and pride. Effective way to raise awareness about how connectedness to the land and each other has allowed the culture to carry on. So proud of these youth!

  • @Darnster19
    @Darnster19 Před 7 lety +6

    Beautiful song!! :)

  • @AtticusClay
    @AtticusClay Před 5 lety +3

    This song had been stuck in my head for two months.. it’s so great.

  • @mace204music3
    @mace204music3 Před 7 lety +5

    Nice chorus....best song out of all N'we jinan tracks

  • @ZimbaZumba
    @ZimbaZumba Před 8 lety +11

    Just heard this on CBC and had to look it up - this song is truly beautiful. Holy crap guys it is amazing!

  • @brhughes487
    @brhughes487 Před 5 lety +4

    Great song and message! Well done to everyone involved. Important message for everyone.

  • @itzzdesiiibruh5229
    @itzzdesiiibruh5229 Před 7 lety +3

    i love this song

  • @andreasimpson6193
    @andreasimpson6193 Před 8 lety +2

    Heard this on CBC this morning and am so touched !!!! Love it ... a positive way to bring attention to First Nation youth... my heart goes out to you!!

  • @denisenodapmontesoglesby684

    > THEY UPLOADED ON FACEBOOK

  • @Captain_Dick_Swett
    @Captain_Dick_Swett Před 2 lety +2

    This has become a total earworm for me I hear it in my head all the time

  • @catherinetaypaywaykejick898

    Most of the youths are my grandchildren. I am proud of them all and the others. Ki-chi-mii-qwetch! Youths of our community you make us proud.

  • @nigelkent8539
    @nigelkent8539 Před 5 lety +1

    beautiful song

  • @SneakyDolly
    @SneakyDolly Před 8 lety +26

    Awesome!! Made my heart happy! 😊❤ Miigwetch!

    • @user-ht4gb2fw4e
      @user-ht4gb2fw4e Před 8 lety +1

      +Rebecca Ross I love it! No turning back! Never!! Aho!

  • @gajajezero9049
    @gajajezero9049 Před 8 lety +2

    Awesome! I love you!

  • @lhildebrand13
    @lhildebrand13 Před 8 lety +2

    Amazing!! Such a great work, Northwest Ontario representing

  • @gregorymartin8316
    @gregorymartin8316 Před 6 lety +1

    Thank you for your inspiring song. Although I am living in San Francisco I feel connected to the land after hearing your song and seeing you in the snow. You remind me of the song I sang as a teen canoeing on Lake of the Woods, " land of the silver birch, home of the beaver, my heart cries out to thee, hills of the north. Blue lake and rocky shore, I will return once more, boom, didee boom, boom... "

  • @rnr_xo489
    @rnr_xo489 Před 8 lety +4

    i'm in love with this song!👌❤

  • @talavicook6185
    @talavicook6185 Před 8 lety +5

    I love this song. It's exactly what I needed for my Native hoop dance solo which I'll be performing at the end of april. I'm located down here in the state of New Mexico where the hoop dance was orginated. I hope to attend college in Canada and meet you all.

    • @2008alberta
      @2008alberta Před 3 lety +1

      hoop dancers up north here don't ever acknowledge that fact anymore of where the hoop dance originated .. the odd one did in early 90's but not no more .. they acknowledge who they seen or taught them but never where it came from ...

  • @deannahowe6628
    @deannahowe6628 Před 8 lety +2

    I Just Love This Song

  • @kymberlydawn1445
    @kymberlydawn1445 Před 4 lety +4

    Awesome guys! What a great message!