Music about Uganda

I was born in Uganda, and I want to share a short song I wrote about Uganda. I hope you enjoy it.

Brain Thinking Skills

In life we have many challenges, and I think the only way forward is to improve our thinking. Therefore, we need to learn how the brain functions, and how to improve its functionality for a better life. I am beginning a series with my friend about the brain. Our goal is to enlighten people about the power of the brain, and how it can unlock any problem. The video below is the intro.

What makes a star?

Sometimes I wonder why some people excel at particular things. Be it sports or at their work place. One thinks of Micheal Jordan, the great basketball player or Steve Jobs, the brain behind apple inventions. The immense success that follows such individuals is triggered by their self-confidence and mastery of their trade. These individuals enjoy what they do, hence their natural talents bring out the best in their craft.

Look for a trade that you can master and fulfills personal ambitions, and this will be a the right road to success.
Natural talent will make one stand out.

Fast Forward

"It is perfectly true, as philosophers say, that life must  be understood backwards. But they forget the other proposition, that it must be lived forwards."  Soren Kierkeguard

Remember to put the past behind you and look forward. Dwelling on the past will halt your movement forward in life. It is something  we  fight to do everyday.

Marlon Katsigazi

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UNITY

The world has come a long way. It is nice to see unity amongst fellow man, especially when it comes to the frivolous white and black division of the past. It is good the old mindset in the western world is diminishing. The wounds caused by discrimination are slowly healing in different parts of the world. Take for example, South Africa, which has changed since the rise of Nelson Mandela in the early 90's, gone are the days of apartheid. Where oppression was as relevant as the sun rising. The spirit of South Africa has been raised, and the fact that they are hosting the World Cup shows how far they have come.

Unity is needed to face any challenges in the world. The wounds of 9/11 would have been permanent, if it was not for unity. Americans got together and the healing begun slowly but surely. The recent calamity in Haiti was atrocious, but seeing the world unite for their cause is something very positive. People from all corners of the world are coming together to bring hope to the victims of Haiti.  Haiti will rise from the dust, and the tears from the earthquake will turn from tears of sorrow to tears of joy after a battle well won.

CELEBRATE LIFE

The value of life is something not take for granted. Our life is precious  and waking up every morning with a new breath of air  is a miracle.

So many have past along like the youth. What wrong did they do? Some things are left unanswered.
To hear about an ambitious young man lose his life to a heart condition after playing basketball, and an exuberant young lady lose her life to cancer, makes one appreciate life more. Both young adults were
goal- oriented and had bright futures ahead of them, after acquiring nursing and dental degrees respectively. Unfortunately the script was written differently, and their lives were cut short. Life is short, therefore one should celebrate life everyday.

We should all strive to make the most of our lives, and express love to those around us. Without love the world can not move forward.

Marlon Katsigazi

A STREET ESCAPE

 The group Staff Benda Bilili is truly inspirational. They are a group of paraplegic street musicians who live around the streets of Congo. Music has brought them together and kept them from the vile behaviors synonymous with street life. They predominantly play string instruments, but their music is infectious. God has given them a talent which they have embraced. Currently they have been touring around Europe blessing people with their beautiful sounds.

This story illustrates how it is possible to fullfill a dream, if you put your mind to it. Everyone needs to find an escape route to what is holding them back in life. It may be a negative past experience like a poor relationship, sickness or low self esteem contributed by negative remarks. Staff Benda Bilili have found an escape route from the street life and not even physical limitations have prevented them from maximising their talents.

Here is a sample of their music

THE RESOUNDING VOICE OF AN ORPHAN

She woke up in the morning expecting her parents to come home but to no avail, news came in from the neighbors that her parents had been killed in a serious looting masterminded by Dada, a notorious dictator.With no parents she felt empty at such a young age,she was another victim of Dada's reign.

She prayed everyday for a sign of hope for her family, divine intervention was the only means of hope.Her prayers were answered when an Irish Missionary [an orphan] invested his time and resource to start an orphanage. The orphanage sparked off the start of the African Children's Choir. A Choir, comprising of orphans that have sang wonderful tunes to inspire many around the world.

Many orphans have done instrumental things in the world for example:

• Nelson Mandela, a prominent freedom fighter in South Africa.
  
• Bill Clinton, an American President, who helped the American economy blossom.
• Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple, who has contributed to technological advancement.

We all have gifts and talents but we have to overcome adversity to move forward and have an  impact in the world. Take heart from the wonderful orphans who blessed the world with their gifts and talents. http://thirdworldorphans.org/gpage.html34.html

MY MICROCOSM INTO MUSIC

The beat goes Tigida Tigida as the Queen of England steps out of the plane, she listens to the beat and smiles, as the locals of the "Pearl of Africa"  welcome her to their nation. She inhales the breath of hospitality in this nation, and feels right at home.
The following week, the beat goes Tigida Tigida as the President of France steps out of the plane, he listens to the beat and smiles, as the locals of the "Pearl of Africa" welcome him to their nation. He is also affected by the breath of hospitality and feels right at home.
 Music can improve relations between nations

My South African friend said:

"We fought apartheid, lets unite as we sing Kwaito Music. It is the pride of our nation and puts the country on the world map for the right reasons and not the wrong reasons. We have come a long way. Though the word Kwaito reminds me of the barbaric activities in the gold mines, the Kwaito sounds rapidly erase those tragic memories with a state of pride and victory."
Music was a medium of hope to the people of South Africa, and the country is well known overseas for its enthralling sounds.

I listened to inspirational songs after every surgery, and it gave me hope. It put positive thoughts in my mind, and  I never thought, I would not make it through adversity. So whenever I listen to those songs now, they remind me of the struggles I went through, and how I overcame them. One particular song that really helped me in the latter stages of my recovery was "All ye" by Coffey Anderson. This song always made me happy and rejuvenated my spirits. Music is truly a healer.

BE THE NILE

Flow like the ravishing  Nile, its tributary, the Blue Nile, with its fertile soil that prevents toil for food.

Flow like the ravishing  Nile, the mastermind behind the works of the Aswan High Dam, providing power that provides a glow in the nights of Egypt.

Flow like the ravishing Nile, a medium of trade for those countries that seek an economic upgrade.

The Nile is such a cornerstone of civilization to those countries around.

The Nile is life, water is life.

Be a source of inspiration to those around you like the Nile, do not curse but bless those around you.

Speak life and not death, there is power in the tongue. Be a pillar of love, and hold the walls of the world together.

Show endless love to your fellow neighbor, just like the Nile shows its love to the Egyptians.

The Nile does not ponder acts of love, but loves graciously. Love graciously and you will be a replica of the Nile. Be the Nile, in a world  that lacks love and adheres strife.

The Nile is life. love is life.

Marlon Katsigazi