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Respect
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Song in Dutch, calling upon Dutch society to show more respect for people from different ethnic backgrounds and cultures.
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the taste of rock, the scent of jazz, and the feel of funk
This is the complete song collection of the music composed by the Palestinian surgeon and self-taught musician Doc Jazz. The songs here were mostly recorded and produced between 2001 and now, although a few of the songs date back to the late 80's and the early 90's. Normally, these songs are only available for listening, not for download. However, from time to time, songs will be on offer for FREE, sometimes even the whole collection - so check back frequently, add yourself to the or the so that you can stay informed about these offers! You can also INVALID -- Facebook Badge END -- Because of their reliance on a unique combination of politically critical lyrics and catchy beats and melodies, some of these songs managed to penetrate into mainstream Dutch media, most markedly the song 'Balken van Ellende' - a satirical song about the Dutch prime minister - which ended up being used in a news quiz on national television, where two questions were asked about the song (see videos). He also played all instruments and vocals on all songs, except on the album (produced by the African American producer Forrest Thomas) and on the Dutch song 'Doe Maar Multicultureel'. In these songs, Doc Jazz collaborated with prominent professionals from the Dutch jazz and fusion scene. His music can be found in a wide variety of styles ranging from piano ballads to funky music with a groove and with a taste of Doc Jazz's characteristic rock guitar solos (and on 'Front Door Key' the mesmerizing saxophone solos of Susanne Alt) - in three languages:. A Palestinian short shepherd's flute called the is also often featured in the songs. One last note: don't assume the music of Doc Jazz is only political! If you scroll through the vast collection of songs, you will find many songs about other subjects of love, and of life!
Song Info
Genre
Pop • Electropop
Charts
Peak #56
Peak in subgenre #12
Author
Doc Jazz
Rights
Copyright 2004 Doc Jazz
Uploaded
February 03, 2007
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MP3 3.3 MB • 128 kbps • 3:33
Story behind the song
Words, music and performance by Doc Jazz Background Dutch society, previously renowned for its tolerance, seems to have changed into a society where muslim minorities feel unwanted and disrespected. Newspapers, radio and television are showering their audience with programs that aim to depict Islam as evil, backward and violent. Political developments abroad are used by the media to enhance these conceptions, by drawing them from their context, and thus using them to sustain the negative stereotype. People from former Islamic backgrounds, who indulge in self-hatred and whole-heartedly express their hatred towards their former religion, are pushed forward in the media and in politics, like notorious Dutch-Somali politician Ayaan Hirsi Ali. A month ago, Dutch filmmaker Theo van Gogh, who had made a vulgar anti-Islamic film together with the aforementioned politician, was murdered by a young Dutch man of Moroccan origin. In the week that followed, 17 arson and bomb attacks against mosques and Islamic schools were enacted, apparently by angry right-wing Dutch extremists. No matter how one twists and turns the subject, the reality is that a whole segment of society cannot be punished for the acts of a single man. The muslims of the Netherlands do not need to feel a collective guilt for this crime, and do not need to feel responsible for it. But the attacks on mosques and schools come as no surprise, if we take into account that Dutch politicians as well as media have implanted ideas about muslims into the minds of indigenous Dutch people, that would scare anyone ... unfortunately these ideas are baseless, and serve only to divide society along the lines of ethnic background. It is impossible to live as a muslim in the Netherlands, and not to experience the extreme disrespect that exists in this country towards Islam. A second generation muslim youth growing up, during the vulnerable stages of his or her life, in this period of anti-Islamism, experiences continuous unpleasant pressure from this totally unjustified disrespect. Right-wing groups in the Netherlands, who are still rebuilding their basis of political representation after the death of Pim Fortuyn, are calling for the end of a multicultural society, and the cultural assimilation of the youths of these ethnic minorities. In other words, they are to de-islamize themselves in order to be accepted into Dutch society. This unacceptable excuse for racism is the result of a lack of respect, which is fed and enhanced by media and politicians. This is why "Respect" calls upon the Islamic youths to stay who they are and protect their identity, and upon Dutch society to embrace the concept of respect for other cultures and religions.
Lyrics
Words, music and performance: Doc Jazz Instruments used: acoustic drums, electronic percussion, synth bass, acoustic guitar with flanger, electric guitar, vocals, synth brass Lyrics in Dutch follow: scroll down for English translation Blijf wie je bent Al zeggen ze zoveel Blijf wie je bent Das fundamenteel Gebruik je talent Das individueel Je bent wie je bent Dus geef geen cent om gekrakeel Respect Is het toverwoord Respect Is zoals het hoort Respect Geef elkaar wat meer respect Anders zijn we niet akkoord Blijf wie je bent De wereld is wreed Blijf wie je bent En je bent wat je weet Gebruik je talent Wees professioneel Je bent wie je bent Bewijs maar eens het tegendeel Respect Is het toverwoord Respect Is zoals het hoort Respect Geef elkaar wat meer respect Anders zijn we niet akkoord Blijf wie je bent Respect is toch je recht Blijf wie je bent Al slepen ze je voor t gerecht Gebruik je talent Wees niet bang of onzeker Jij bent de dirigent Van je eigen band English translation Stay who you are No matter what they say Stay who you are That is fundamental Use your talent That is individual You are who you are So never mind the babble Respect That's the magic word Respect That's how it should be Respect Give each other more respect Or we cannot agree - Stay who you are This world is cruel Stay who you are And you are what you know Use your talent Be professional You are who you are Try and prove me wrong - Stay who you are You have the right to receive respect Stay who you are Even if they drag you before a court Use your talent Dont be afraid or insecure You are the orchestrator Of your own orchestra
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