Young Indigenous students from Ballina Public School have released a hip-hop song titled "We Stand Strong" in collaboration with One Vision Productions.
The song unites their voices in a powerful message to protect the land, emphasising the need to "do right by the land, never do wrong".
Rooted in the deep connections of Bundjalung country, the students explored their totems and expressed their ties to the land and sea.
Many of the young artists come from families with long-standing ties to Ballina Public School, carrying forward their cultural heritage through music.
Directed by Mark Robertson, the music video captures the students as they deliver their verses with confidence and pride.
The beat, produced by Coedie Mccarthy, also known as The Boy of Many Colours, underscores the track's powerful message.
The chorus, "Stand with culture we stay strong / Bundjalung country, where we belong / Singing the words of me and my song / Do right by the land gotta stand strong," resonates with their commitment to culture and the environment.
One Vision Productions plays a key role in this initiative, empowering youth through workshops and mentorships in hip-hop, songwriting, and filmmaking.
Through these programs, the students channel their creativity into positive expression, highlighting the importance of cultural identity and sustainability.
