Blake Tatafu / Halcyon Days

I've recently been listening to a song from a UK-based artist by the name of  Siobhán Donaghy . It's called 'Iodine' and the song's theme is of the historical use of Iodine and the utilisation of it through warfare. The song is intricately written and underlies some very emotive themes. It's written by Donaghy herself, alongside songwriters, Cameron McVey and Paul Simm for her first album "Revolution in Me", in 2003. I found this song, specially the chorus very akin to what Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have experienced during the 1770's. I then subconsciously heard the lyrics in form of relation to my people and have decided to write them down.  Since documenting my subconscious lyrics, I have been only hearing the song into what I made it into - that's the beauty of music; expression of self is limitless and provides avenues of expression for all. Here are the lyrics I have amended from the original, and the actual audio of ...

Happy 'Close The Gap' Day! Today marks another year of the Australian nation creating equality and peace among all Australians with their CTG implementation. I believe that CTG is beneficial but it needs to be operating at much higher capacities as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people do have the worst health conditions in the world. Unfortunately, I will be at uni all day therefore I won't be able to make it to a CTG celebration in my local area. Darn! I hope everyone enjoys this day, which is a mark in Australian history and justice.