“It’s a fine night to feel infinite, but we’re infinitely finite”
These are turbulent times of social, political, and ethical strife within America, and the continuous revealing of the terrible deeds this country has dealt to its citizens time and time again, especially towards the black community. Black women are left disrespected and unprotected on all fronts, these individuals being the same ones on the front line, fighting for justice. Our black men are being lynched right in front of our very eyes, and no one is doing anything.
We’re in a trying time right now. But there is no fault in slowing down, if only a little. Amaka Queenette allows us to do just that, with her track, Ceilings.
Amaka wraps up the explanation of her track, Ceilings, beautifully within the chorus, stating that though it is a fine night to feel infinite, we’re still infinitely finite, our mortality and beautiful identity as humans brings will always ground us in our realities, and keep our minds clear on the path ahead, whether its to love, happiness, or justice.
The reason I believe this song is necessary, is to remind us who the real enemy is, as well as who we need to protect, and support. Let’s ground ourselves and shield our black women, let’s come together, and let’s push towards an infinitely brighter future.
song written by: Chiamaka Queenette Azubuike
