In Wales.

In Wales, where mountains rise to the mist

And where sea greets shore with a gentle kiss,

There’s a beauty deeper than the level of skin –

The people-hood of “ddu ar gwyn”.

From coal scarred valleys to bustling cities,

People of all races, cultures and identities,

Come together, experiences blend,

knowing each other as neighbours and friends.

The Welsh spirit – strong and well known

Embrace all who make this land their own.

Here, to this nation of the mighty dragon

Came my father, a bold Nigerian.

Black, white, African, and more,

Each bring flavours to these shores,

Adding richness to the cultural tapestry,

And making Wales

the place for me to be born and live and love, work and fight and rugby and sing.

Put simply the place to ‘do my thing’.

Brownness of skin, an obvious difference

Yet true friends never consider that a useful reference.

So I’m here to celebrate diversity,

Encourage you to embrace it with open hearts and unity,

The folk of Wales, are unique –

one offs,’ innit!

Despite a rainbow of colours, a market of cultures,

A bazaar of arts and a circus of characters

Wales has proved itself; although not ‘the land of my father’ it is a land of song

and is where my soul belongs.