This song is an energetic and rebellious anthem that captures the frustrations and struggles of being a teenager. With lyrics that describe the daily grind of school, detention, and parental rules, the song becomes a rallying cry for young people to stand up for themselves, fight for their rights, and assert their individuality. The song's catchy beat and defiant message are sure to resonate with anyone who's ever felt like they're stuck in a system that's trying to hold them back.


LYRICS: 

[Verse 1]
Wake up early, gotta catch the bus
Mom's on your case, "Don't forget your lunch"
You're stuck in traffic, and you're feeling whack
Just trying to get to school, but it's taking right back 

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free
Don't let the man bring you to your knees 

[Verse 2]
Teacher's talking, but you're not listening
You're stuck in detention, and it's really glistening
Principal's breathing down your neck
But you're just trying to survive and get respect 

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free
Don't let the man bring you to your knees 

[Bridge]
You're just trying to live your life
But everyone's trying to tell you what's right
You gotta take a stand and make some noise
Fight for your rights, and let your voice be heard, yo yo yo yo yo yo YO! 

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free
Don't let the man bring you to your knees

[Bridge]
You're just trying to live your life
But everyone's trying to tell you what's right
You gotta take a stand and make some noise
Fight for your rights, and let your voice be heard, yo yo YO! 

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free
Don't let the man bring you to your knees

[Bridge]
You're just trying to live your life
But everyone's trying to tell you what's right
You gotta take a stand and make some noise
Fight for your rights, and let your voice be heard, yo yo YO! 

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free
Don't let the man bring you to your knees

YO!

[Chorus]
You gotta fight for your right to chill
Don't let the system get you down, stand still
You gotta fight for your right to be free...

You Gotta Fight

Vessels of Honour (Young People's Sunday) - by Dr. Chukwuebuka Ugwu

This week we discuss social mobility and closing the gap on careers in science and technology for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. With me to explore some of the issues is James Adeleke (FRSA), founder of Generation Success and co-opted member of the Education Board at the City of London Corporation.

James Adeleke - Careers in STEM for young people, regardless of their background

1
Don’t you know? Don’t you know?
Jesus Christ is in you.
He is near, He is here—
He is in you!
He’s within, speak to Him,
Pour out your love on Him.
He is waiting for you to speak to Him...

Tell Him you love Him! Oh, just love Him!
He is this wonderful Person in you!
Don’t forget, don’t forget,
That you are not alone,
And then through you, His life will be made known.

2
Don’t forget, don’t forget,
That the Lord is in you.
He’s not far like the stars,
No, He’s in you.
If you fall, just recall:
There’s a Person in you.
Then with His strength you will rise up anew.

https://www.hymnal.net/en/hymn/ns/771

Don’t Forget - Richmond College/YWS

1
Lord Jesus, I love You
And I love your dwelling.
You called me a "stone"
For Your building today.
God's house is constructed
Of stones that are living,
So building the church
Is our growing this way.

Oh God of all grace,
By Your ruling and breaking,
Do strengthen me into
My spirit today.
Keep guarding my heart,
With all vigilance taking
The pathway of life,
In Your building to stay.

2
Lord, grant me a growth
In Your life, nothing hind’ring.
Don’t let any obstacles
In me remain.
Receiving Your cross
With its breaking and killing,
Produce the good earth;
In my heart have Your way.

3
I’m often distracted
From Christ as the life-way;
Though zealous and active,
Imprisoned He stays.
Ignoring His “No,”
I rebel, take my own way.
Subdue me to care for
Each word that You say.

4
Lord, make me a man
Who is fit for Your building.
By dealing severely,
No hind’rance remain.
Your life grow within me
Till fully maturing,
Your Bride shines in glory
For Your wedding day.

2024 Thanksgiving Conference, Msg 3, III
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https://www.hymnal.net/en/hymn/ns/1072

Staying on the Pathway of Life - Richmond College/YWS

Hosted by Shahlaa Tahira, this episode of #TheVoiceBox aims to inform and reassure young people during this current cost of living crisis 💭

In the UK, according to Natwest Group, 21% of 18-25 year olds have skipped meals to save money! And that’s just the beginning. 

Shahlaa is joined by our Resident therapist, Sital, who gives her professional opinion on the connection between mental health and finances. The Financial Badass and Founder of Black Girl Finance, Selina Flavius, enters the chat. And make your money work for you - Founder of Stock Pickers Academy - Stock Star, Debodun, gives some crucial tips.

Plus, as the concern for Women’s Safety is on the rise, Shahlaa spotlights an anonymous case study of a domestic abuse survivor. 

This episode was soundtracked by Wheelz MadeIt.

The Voice Box - a magazine speech show dedicated to amplifying diverse perspectives on social issues and current affairs, with a particular focus on underrepresented voices boxes. 


The Voice Box: The Cost of Living Crisis 22/04/25 - [Voices Radio]

🎙️ The Youth Voice Exchange with NCS Trust is back with Episode 2!

This time, we’re diving into what authentic, meaningful co-production with young people really looks like, beyond the buzzwords.

Host Shekinnah Wilberforce is joined by Kirsty Beeston, Alfie Harrison, and Rylie Sweeney to unpack how true collaboration can transform decision-making, services, and leadership from the ground up.

Tune in now and join the movement for genuine youth partnership 🎧

The Youth Voice Exchange EP 2 | Lessons from the frontline of co-creation.

This week we are discussing STEM careers and the barriers faced by those from lower socio-economic groups to a successful career in STEM. To help us explore some of the issues is Lexie Papaspyrou, Project Manager for the Tech Futures Task Force at the Sutton Trust.  

Lexie Papaspyrou -  STEM career barriers faced by lower socio-economic groups

In this episode, Maddi and Orlaith discuss exam stress and talk about the strategies that can help young people manage their mental health during exam season and beyond.
 
The hosts delve into what exactly exam stress is, how stress impacts mental health, strategies to manage during difficult times and how to empty your ‘stress bucket’.  They discuss the pressure that society puts on young people when it comes to exams and share the voices of real Notts students to investigate what it really feels like for a young person taking exams today. 

About NottAlone

NottAlone.org.uk is a mental health support resource for people of all ages in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, offering advice and information on a range of mental health subjects, as well as connections to free support services.
 
NottAlone is for all ages, covering individuals, workplaces and advice on how to support a friend or loved one. There’s a dedicated section of the website for children and young people, their parents/carers and professionals working with them.
Visit the NottAlone website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠nottalone.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠
 
About the podcast

This episode of The NottAlone podcast was recorded by Brendon Gravell at Inspire’s The Old Library Arts Centre in Mansfield and produced by Jessica Beckwith and Francesca Vaney. Our theme music is the NottAlone song, Not Alone by Alex Mighten.
 
Find out more about the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠nottalone.org.uk/thenottalonepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

NottAlone is a partnership between Nottinghamshire County Council, Nottingham City Council and the NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board.



Coping with exam stress

25 07 13 - Why youth ministry matters

Chapel of His Resurrection, is a chapel of the Diocese of Enugu, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), where the Word of God is preached undiluted.

Catch up with all the teaching at Twickenham Green Baptist Church

Real talk about mental health.

Join hosts Dr. Orlaith Green and Dr. Maddi Popoola, co-founders of NottAlone, as they open up honest conversations about mental health and wellbeing on The NottAlone Podcast.

Each episode brings you real-life stories, practical advice and insights from local professionals and advocates from across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. From building resilience in early childhood to navigating anxiety, school attendance, neurodivergence and how closely linked our physical and mental health is – no topic is off the table.

Our goal is to break stigma, normalise mental health discussions, and raise awareness of the free local support available in Notts. Life comes with challenges, but no matter what you’re going through, you are not alone.

Songwriting has been a lifelong passion for me, dating back to elementary school when I first began crafting stories, poems, and eventually lyrics. As a former drummer in various bands, I always relied on others to bring my words to life musically. However, after a long hiatus from drumming, I decided to take the leap and learn to compose music to accompany my lyrics. Through classes and dedication, I've embarked on a new journey, breathing fresh life into old lyrics and penning new ones. You'll find a mix of older and newer works here, for the lyrics. 

Music has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories is being completely entranced by 'The Little Drummer Boy' as a very young child. There was something about the rhythm and the melody that just captivated me. I must have played it a thousand times, wearing the record out, and from that moment on, I was hooked. I knew I wanted to be a drummer, and to create that magic for others. 

But I was too young then, and of course, I couldn't afford a drum set just yet. So, I turned to writing as a way to express myself. As I mentioned above, I started with stories, then poems, and eventually, lyrics. I found that writing was not only a way to tap into my creativity, but also a way to process my emotions and experiences. 

As I grew older, my love for music only deepened. I realized that music has this incredible power to transport us to different times and places, to evoke emotions and memories that we thought were long forgotten. It's a universal language that can bring people together like nothing else can. 

For me, writing lyrics is a cathartic experience. It's a way for me to tap into my emotions, to process the world around me, and to create something that I hope will resonate with others. And when I hear my words come to life in a song, it's truly magical. It's a feeling that never gets old, and it's what keeps me coming back to music time and time again. 

I love many genres of music and artists of many genres. And if you listen to some of my songs, you will find that I like to make songs of different genres as well as mix different genres into each song. One of my all-time favorite bands is Evanescence, and I have made a lot of songs where I have tried my best to emulate that sound. 

Now, I have recently started experimenting with new sounds. I never heard of glitch beats before I took music classes, and now I'm fascinated with the sound, so I have been experimenting with glitch beats recently. 

I hope you enjoy some of my songs. And thanks so much to everyone who has been listening so far. I truly appreciate it. I welcome constructive feedback to help me grow as an artist, and I appreciate your support. ❤️

BTW If you follow me, I will ALWAYS follow back. If I like your music, I will follow you, but if you don't follow me back within a week or so I will probably unfollow. The same goes with when I see someone listening to my music, I WILL follow, however, if they don't follow me back within a week or so, I'll unfollow, because I'd like to even out my follows/followers numbers.  Hope that makes sense? 😘













The Foundation for Science and Technology podcast - exploring issues of science, technology and innovation with experts from government, parliament, industry and the research community.

We’re Participation People – the UK’s youth engagement experts who put our money where our mouth is, making sure young people are part of everything we do.

For over 15 years, we’ve teamed up with young people and organisations to make sure youth voice isn’t just heard – it’s acted on.

We help leaders listen better, do better, and build services that work for everyone – especially the next generation.

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