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

Song written, recorded and filmed in Grassy Narrows First Nation.
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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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[@nigelkent8539]

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

[@funnyperson14]

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]

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

[@MindfulLifex]

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

[@waqaryasir5826]

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

[@waqaryasir5826]

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[@funnyperson14]

@@waqaryasir5826 whatever back freckle lol

[@shirlart]

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]

Intention not in tension. :)

[@dalelittlebear1148]

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]

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.

[@dustonfisher1280]

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]

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

[@dn2ze]

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.

[@kyrajo7372]

you bitch!!!

[@arionahyahyajkeekoot2362]

+Railbow dash I know right

[@bremcaeruleum3546]

Yeah south should be respectful for the natives in the north!

[@bremcaeruleum3546]

+Railbow dash your a bitch

[@kyrajo7372]

thanks bitch :D

[@jkbebe1211]

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

[@PBX0786]

Are you native?

[@a4dio580]

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

[@joshuaRamnauth06]

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

[@Hope525252]

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]

Same with me l looooove this song so much

[@kiernanthompson349]

Same

[@gh0stz_z1p]

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

[@craigsmall514]

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

[@FolioCreative]

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”

[@slotcarpalace]

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.

[@mizpah927]

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]

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.

[@niiwin6595]

❤

[@Mike-rg1ei]

Walk ok young ones we well all b with u😢😢😢

[@debbiepoker5877]

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

[@ladymikun9536]

Debbie Poker Lol Hi sista

[@WalksandSuch]

beautiful. I'm mexican. native pride all day

[@denisenodapmontesoglesby684]

THANKS MEXICO >>>

[@Skarlet79]

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

[@Spaishul]

Realize this is Canada, not Mexico

[@victorydel410]

I love Mexicans too ❤👌🏽

[@henry3794]

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.

[@acerb4566]

Respect from Celtic/Norse community! Very powerful song!

[@maddy7]

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

[@shadesofnorth]

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

[@wraith3462]

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 🌎 ❤️ ✨️

[@michaeljgood2216]

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

[@marlenecruz]

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]

My favourite song

[@nigelkent8539]

beautiful song

[@mpwall123]

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]

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.

[@exclusivefresh]

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.

[@treyday3470]

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

[@melaniekuz1239]

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

[@niiwin6595]

So beautiful ❤😊

[@snakejon7316]

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

[@facksakes]

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!!!

[@melaniestansbury-fallingbr2343]

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

[@danachiarotstaff1052]

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!

[@acerb4566]

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!kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXXWqYdmhtCNZ9U

[@filledesprit]

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

[@beautifulboy7878]

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

[@absolutefablous4111]

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

[@johnsallie9753]

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

[@j.a.p.sgreenleaf3477]

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

[@j.a.p.sgreenleaf3477]

I will keep playing this song every day I can .we r all in one

[@oliverhubbard2545]

Wicked cool song!!! From Queensland Australia!

[@nodrogytsirk]

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

[@wtfcanucktrottier9955]

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

[@stephenschwab7143]

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

[@jamiearchie3957]

Listening to all those people sing makes me realize how lost I am in life and that my culture is out there I'm a misplaced native living in a reservation I ain't treaty from but I'm treaty from an Ontario band

[@GrantusM]

Love this! Sharing in Scotland, UK.

[@gimmeachance7059]

Beautiful, beautiful! Makes me cry!

[@acerb4566]

+Sylvie Pelletier I want more songs in only Nishnabe! Then we can learn this beautiful language!

[@josidek9215]

so heart touching

[@galaxy_apollo13]

We all know it's a trash autotunee shit.

[@juniperabbott2614]

Makes me cry too!!

[@joshuaRamnauth06]

Makes me want to cry of laughter to how trash this song is.

[@denisenodapmontesoglesby684]

> THEY UPLOADED ON FACEBOOK

[@JoAnneFormanekGustafson2756284]

Every time I watch this

[@ZimbaZumba]

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

[@mynaleejohnstone8945]

luvin it too! and i am an old lady

[@jamesb4047]

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]

Just saw this on The National, great song!

[@shavonnelecompte9229]

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

[@SneakyDolly]

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

[@acerb4566]

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

[@blakesampson903]

I love these songs and I really love why us even my dad love these songs he listens to this song lots of times

[@catrionanicthamhais]

gorgeous!!!! Thanks a million.

[@trapdinawrpool]

Wow just WOW Brilliant Thanks so much for sharing

[@raigeleealorut929]

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

[@titchdharamsi7151]

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

[@khwezimbolekwa5929]

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

[@kwimumolega4962]

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

[@luvthemusic]

Absolutely fabulous!!!!!

[@cynthiakerr8480]

BEAUTIFUL song and so well performed! Share this everywhere! Native pride!

[@brianr9704]

Wow... Just watched the video clip on CBC's the National... Amazing song... Great video. Words spoken from the heart and an inspiration.

[@eugenesimon5071]

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.

[@Jessica-sw7tm]

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

[@bgward3]

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

[@ceelove09]

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 😊😊😊💞💞💞✊✊✊👏👏👏👏

[@angelcardinall5619]

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.

[@dawnwuskynyk3944]

Awesome! Absolutely beautiful. Very proud of our Native Canadian youth! Can't help but dance!!!

[@realitia]

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.

[@mdallasinto]

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

[@juliathomas9063]

Love these songs by students from different nations.

[@jessicadurham2621]

Go ahead natives we rock good song

[@TheAuntieBa]

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.

[@pamelaboissoneau3724]

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

[@janetlucas2343]

Amazing song! Talented!

[@magdalene55]

Your song and spirit give this old medicine bear hope!

[@dwntwncrown]

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

[@TheLadyclearwater]

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

[@SofiiaMarie]

Amazing !!

[@debramonroe6668]

I listen to you all while life isn't being fair, helps me see that there is something good and beautiful out here. The sounds you make help me in my darkest days. Like today our car broke down right before my husband needed to be at work. Makes me think!!!

[@hilarybrown2938]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your spirit and talent

[@1985Crump]

CBC take note.. They are awesome!

[@neploop9811]

I watched this in school on Orange Shirt Day 🤗

[@northerncaliforniachicanof4249]

🎵 Your music is healing to the soul 🙏🏼

[@kapanienrich4300]

I can say these song artists called n'we jinan, in my language nui tshinan means "help us" I can understand some other first nations, awesome song

[@aleciakorkowski8714]

This is inspiring. To see young people be outspoken about their identity and making something people can see is wonderful. I'm only starting to learn about indigenous communities in Canada but at least I can say I'm moving away from ignorance. Thank you for sharing.

[@AtticusClay]

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

[@stevewaters9186]

This absolutely OUTSTANDING to see our next GENERATION trying to bring back what was once a simple life and taking PRIDE in CULTURE. Stand up to society and let them know you care about the outcomes in life. I am not of Native decent but have always loved the way Native people took pride in their culture now if the rest of the society (white man) would do the same and turn this world around would be great.. Keep being a positive influence in the world....

[@darianmeesto7012]

Empowering song the energy it has is amazing.

[@RobertDawson100]

Love this song. Great video to go along with it. They're a bunch of talented kids!

[@kims737]

Beautiful

[@murreyhall]

great message..

[@iamacuriouscanuck]

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.

[@edmurnaghan67]

#GoodJob

[@ambienttechno]

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

[@karinjanze3492]

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).

[@jbenzaqu]

awesome!! Love the song...

[@lauraanatole5221]

LOVE THIS SONG! never gets old......

[@bertalilttle8850]

I love the this song so much i have to hear it every day to be honest :) I heard this song in Rehab and it brought me so much happiness and made me feel hopeful even tho im a 40 year old women this song feels like home to me :) Yall did a great job i love every one of your parts in this song Epic:)

[@rnr_xo489]

i'm in love with this song!👌❤

[@shoppinshannon]

Brings me to tears....wtg youth! Making change!

[@HanTVchannel]

Precious culture and music. Your song was featured at our Listen Canadian music and support local artists. Join the movement #POTW