“I Am Belize” is the theme song for Restore Belize
Tanya Carter, Songwriter, ‘I Am Belize’
Channel 5 Belize – A number of artists and producers have composed the theme song “I am Belize.” The upbeat composition was launched today to roll out the awareness campaign of Restore Belize, the anti-crime initiative of the government. Tanya Carter is the songwriter and among the producers is Carlos Perote; two well known personalities in the music industry.
Since its introduction in May project Restore Belize has been regarded as an ambitious undertaking by the government and its social partners in returning the Jewel to a sense of normalcy by addressing directly the ills that have been plaguing our society. While the approach is multifaceted the steering committee has been able to keep its sights on creating a strong public awareness that social transformation is necessary. That effort has culminated in the launch of a public education campaign that sees the song ‘I Am Belize’ as its centerpiece.
Mary Vasquez, CEO, Restore Belize Initiative
“Restore Belize overall is looking to create a society that is safe and that is a society of opportunities and comfort for all Belizeans. So part of that must be a change in the way we behave, the way we behave towards our country, the way we behave towards each other and the way we treat ourselves. And so the ‘I Am Belize’ public education campaign is particularly focused on fostering these social values and this positive national identity which will be the foundation really for personal change.”
That foundation is being built in part with assistance from local musicians. Penning the lyrics of the song was Belizean artist Tanya Carter.
Tanya Carter, Songwriter, ‘I Am Belize’
“I chose ‘I Am Belize’ because it was straight to the point and I just basically wanted to get the most powerful words by being positive, re-enforceful that we need some kinda upliftment and I pick a soca background because I think in the September time nobody noh want hear nothing dragging. You know everybody woulda want something uplifting, happy, you know partying, you know, with positive words and that’s basically how I came up with it you know.”
While creating a theme song with a stellar lineup of singers and musicians unites their artistic talents, a la Quincy Jones’ We Are The World, it is only a small step in the direction of meaningful reform. Many are still waiting for Restore Belize to make its true mark on our ailing society.
Mary Vasquez
“So in addition to all the institutional changes, the legal reform that we are looking at as part of Restore Belize we are also asking each Belizean to look at themselves and to embrace this idea of a positive national identity. The idea is that every Belizean will feel when they say ‘I Am Belize’ they will feel that sense of responsibility for what Belize is. They will feel that sense of ownership and identity so we won’t be talking about north side, south side, city, district, PUP, U.D.P.; we will be talking about Belize. All of us are Belize.”
This is a good campaign ,so we can express and show our future to unite as 1 family .
My name is Melvin Sutherland Jr. Currently attending Wesley College in 2nd form. I love this song because it brings out some positive message. I think Belize (Belizean) needed some positive influence to make it a better place for us and others to enjoy. Hence, the reason for this song.
I love Belize, Belize will always be my home and i will always Cherish it w/alll my heart. Once again i LOVE,BELIZE.
( NEXT TIME YOU ALL NEED A YOUNG PERSON TO SING FOR YOU.JUST COME TO MY SCHOOL AND TELL ME I WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO DO SO I REALL WANT TO DO SOMETHING FOR MY COUNTRY.)
K VIVA EL SALVADOR!!!!!!!!! K VIVA BELICE!!!!! A LA VERGA A LOS GUATEMANTECOS!!!!!!!!!