Anthropology at MSU

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Team 1 Anthropology Playlist

Team 1 Anthropology by m!r!cal $olana

Playlist · 5 Songs

Chapter 5: Race & Racism

The Bigger Picture - Lil Baby

"It's bigger than black and white It's a problem with the whole way of life It can't change overnight But we gotta start somewhere"

During the many protests that took place during the height of the Black Lives Matter protests, a rapper, Lil Baby released a song relating to the struggles of black people and treatment inflicted.

Chapter 6: Ethnicity & Nationalism

Don't Mind - Kent Jones

"She said, "Hola, ¿cómo está'?" She said, "こんにちは" She said, "Pardon my French" I said, "Bonjour, madame" Then she said, "Sak pasé?" And I said, "N'ap boule" No matter where I go, you know I love 'em all"

Artist, Kent Jones, expresses is love for many different nationalities, expressing the many ways they communicate and make him feel.

Chapter 7: Gender

If I Were A Boy - Beyonce

"If I were a boy I think I could understand How it feels to love a girl I swear I'd be a better man"

This song brings to realization the double standards between a boy & girl; what exactly is acceptable behavior exhibited by each gender. The lyrics constantly name actions men tend to do that women would be judged for, while pointing out the fact that as Beyonce thinks as a woman (because she is a woman), she would be able to properly treat one.

Chapter 9: Kinship, Family, & Marriage

LET'S GET MARRIED - partynextdoor

Oh, make it feel like forever When it's temporary, let's get married

Party reveals his ideal woman he would want to marry through this song, and build a family with...even if it may be temporary.

Chapter 10: Class & Inequality & Chapter 11: Economy

Lose You - Drake

Winnin' is problematic People like you more when you workin' towards somethin' Not when you have it

We all agreed on this being our final song as it can be interpreted in multiple lenses, not even just topics of the chapters mentioned. Through a poetic set of lyrics, Drake proposes many thoughts that a person elevating their status in society feels. He himself going from "unknown" and in a way, struggling, to one of the most popular rappers at the moment; he is able to convey how capitalism truly works. The harder the worker, the more money made; there is a fear that the worker can too be just like the boss if they invest their hard work elsewhere. Everyone wants to be the boss, nobody wants to be the worker, but both come with a price.

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Group 21

Chapter 5: Family kinship and marriage.

Lets Stay Together - By Al Green

we chose Lets Stay Together by Al green Because it describes everything great that a relationship and more specifically what a marriage can be.

Family Affair- By Sly and the family stone

Family Affair is a beautifully written song about the bonds of family and love. The part of the song which speaks to this chapter the most is the first part of the song which describes a son who despite his troubled personality, feels a strong connection to his mother and brother.

Bigger Picture- lil Baby

I choose this song because it talks about the tragedy within the black communities and how we all need to come together.

wake wake- Shakira

I chose this song because the whole message behind the song is embracing your African roots and being proud of where you came from.

A Safe Place to Land - Sara Bareilles

I chose this song because it reopens to the immigrant crisis which gripped the U.S specifically. It serves as a action for listeners to provide support to such people. It basically serves as an expression of sympathy for immigrant hardship.

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Playlist extra credit Group 5

Anthro girl vibes💞 by Mackenzie Brown

Playlist · 13 Songs

Each chapter we have learned can all be interpreted through different songs that we love. These are a few songs that we think go hand and hand with our class chapters.

Mackenzie’s Picks:

Rookie of the Year- Moneybagg Yo- this song is an example of class because Moneybagg Yo talks about how he has just started out but he still is at the top of his game and has a higher class then most people. Mango Butter- Durand Bernarr- this song is an example of sexuality because he talks about he is 100% comfortable in his skin no matter what anyone says or does to try and make him think less than.

Marry You- Bruno Mars- this song is an example of Marriage because he is talking about how much he loves his person and how he wouldn’t want to do life with anyone else.

Soldier- Destiny Child- They talk about how they want a man that has a certain status and class to where he gets respect from everyone and he can stand up for his women.

Kamille’s picks:

lady gaga born this way- this song was picked because it’s a fun song that represents the chapter of gender.

j cole love yourz- this song was picked because it is a good representation for the chapter of class and status. the song explains how it doesn’t matter what class you’re in and that you should be grateful for everything.

micheal jackson they don’t care about us- this song was picked because it’s a good representation for the race/racism chapter and it explains the injustice behaviors that society shows to minorities

kent jones don’t mind- this song was picked because it is a fun/catchy song that represents the culture chapter that celebrates all cultures.

Jordan’s Picks:

American Dreaming: Race

I chose the song “American Dreaming” by Star for the chapter based on race/racism. Throughout the song, the lyrics are basically a representation of the struggles that black people faced when race was a big deal. Where black people weren’t able to stay in diners, they always have to go to the back, while in the front it was for the white people to come through. Around this era, black people weren’t liked and had to fight to make a change in white perceptions of us as humans. If you’re able to see the video of this song, you’ll see a visual of black men walking through the front door where the whites go through into a diner and it ended up creating an issue with the workers and the people who were already dining there. Spill drinks on them, try pulling them out of the diner because they make us feel like we were weak, have white supremacy having their eyes on them for just sitting where the white folks usually sit to eat & drink.

Daddy Lessons: Family & Kinship

I chose the song “Daddy Lessons” by Beyoncé for the chapter of based on Family & Kinship. This song represents a glimpse of Beyoncé’s life growing up with her family. Her dad taught her to be strong and not trust men that was like him. Someone who was controlling or ended up relying on cheating.

No church in the wild: Culture

I chose this song because Jay-Z talks about what culture turned out to be.

Power: power

I chose this song because he talks about how power can change someone and how much power can influence people’s perception of them.

Our pick all together is the electric slide because that is a song that brings kinships, family, and marriages together at different events.

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Team 16 playlist

1. Survival tactics by Joey Bada$$ and Capital Steez- This song by Joey Bada$$ addresses almost everything wrong in the world.

2. Juicy- B.I.G talks about class inequality as he flexes about his social mobility from becoming a street kid to being a millionaire

3. Worst day by Future-  In this song, Future connects back to our topic of kinship, marriage, and family because throughout the song he talks about how he has to please multiple women

4. The bigger picture by Lil Baby- Talks about police brutality and the hardships black people have to go through

5. Earth song by Michael Jackson- This song tackles war and the world as a whole

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ymXrNiH3IRrNLHCc7V6lB?si=e2218f2e53ee413e

[dailyns19]

Anthropology Playlist 

Chapter 5: Race and Racism

Chapter 7: Gender

Chapter 8: Sexuality

Chapter 9: Kinship, Family, and Marriage

Chapter 10: Class and Inequality

[dailyns19]

Anthropology Playlist 

Chapter 5: Race and Racism

Chapter 7: Gender

Chapter 8: Sexuality

Chapter 9: Kinship, Family, and Marriage

Chapter 10: Class and Inequality

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Group 2 Playlist

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Ben- I picked "Marry You "by bruno Mars because it reminds me of chapter 9 when we talked about kinship and marriage.

Johnna- My song choice is "DNA" by Kendrick Lamar. I chose this song because in certain sections of textbook genetic and kinship being tied to status is discussed. In the song "DNA" Kendrick Lamar talks of having "loyalty", "royalty," and other positive traits in his DNA involving wealth. I read about how family ties, kinship, and ethnicity play a role in what someone does have access to due to their "DNA."

Noel- I chose the song "KEEP IT UP" by Rex Orange County. The songs lyrics explain exactly why I chose this song. This semester has been stressful and I had to give myself motivation throughout these past few months. My song is more generalized for the entire semester rather than a specific chapter.

Jordan- I chose the song "Pound Cake/Paris Morton Music" by Drake featuring Jay Z because in chapter 11 we discussed the global economy and this song goes in great detail about being a millionaire and giving back to the family and friends who gave you everything when you had nothing. It is also a great song for studying too.

Naomi- I Chose the song "Last Last"by Burna Boy because in the song the artist switches from his native language to English a lot. This reminds me of chapter 4 LANGUAGE. This song shows code-switching which is a term we studied for chapter 4.

Team 2 Group Song- "Interlude" by J. Cole. The song talks about survival from adversities. We survived as a team and overcame the tests and quizzes that were thrown at us this semester. He ends the song with a quote from Maya Angelou's, "And Still, I Rose".

[ashleyikumu]

The songs we have chosen are connected to chapter four and five, Race and racism, and language . The first song, The Bigger Picture by Lil Baby talks about how black people face injustices in America through police brutality, it send a message about how we can all coexist and leave peacefully, if you look at the bigger picture. I’m not Racist by Joyner Lucas is another song that connects to chapter five. In the song, it’s speaks on different perspectives between white and black people, hearing each other out so we can come together and coexist in peace.

For chapter four, the song Tukoh Taka by Nicki Minaj, Maluma, and Myriam Fares, it includes multiple languages including english, spanish, and arabic. Making music with all these different languages brings different cultures together. Making songs like these brings more attention to these languages, even the lost languages will be remembered. Along with the songs Waka Waka(This Time for Africa) by Shakira is also another example of bringing different cultures together. This song related to chapter two as well.

sociology playlist by ash<33

Playlist · 7 Songs

[niyanicole]

Team 20's Intro to Anthropology Playlist

Team 20 Playlist by Adalis

Playlist · 7 Songs

Niya Allen: My song selection is “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge. This song relates to the content covered in Chapter 9 entitled “Kinship, Family, and Marriage”. Sister Sledge speaks on the foundation of family and kinship as it is defined in the black community. The song speaks to unity, cooperation, and love shared amongst  members that defines the makeup of kinship. Furthermore, this song can be applied to the nuclear family or extended family. Thus, this song is a perfect representation of the concept discussed within Chapter 9. 

Adlai’s Valencia: El Apagón by Bad Bunnyrelates to chapter 14 Politics and Power, The artist subliminally speak on the situation in Puerto Rico and how the government is doing the bare minimum for their country and there are always blackouts Due to the inconsistent settlements of Puerto Rico’s Political system. 

Mya Mendoza: I chose ABC by the Jackson Five. The alphabet is a set of letters that can be used when writing in language(s), and language is a system of communication that can be represented by sounds and words.

Noah Robinson: I chose The Bigger Picture by Lil Baby for Chapter 5: Race and Racism. This song relates to this chapter because it describes how black people are being targeted and oppressed. Also, it describes how we need to take a stand and fight equality around the world. 

Christian: I chose High for Hours by J Cole. I would say that this relates to chapter 10 because he talks about how the people in charge of everything are able to control how everyone moves and thinks and how that if you were to overthrow those people in charge you’ll just repeat the same cycle and become just like them in the end.

Our Team Song: Our group song selection is “Star Spangled Banner” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”. Both of these songs relate to the concepts of Chapter 6: Ethnicity and Nationalism. The Star Spangled Banner is America’s National Anthem that helps build a sense of American identity. This song is used to represent freedom and is the fight song for American soldiers. Lift Every Voice and Sing is the African American National Anthem. This song represents what it means to be a black American in the United States. The song describes the faith and perseverance of African Americans and helps to form a sense of identity. 

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Playlist for the Semester

Group 8

Kalia: Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson

The song “Man in the Mirror” by Michael Jackson relates to Chapter 10:Class and Inequality. He sings about the struggles faced by people due to their social status. “I see the kids in the street With not enough to eat, Who am I, to be blind pretending not to see their needs?”. This describes the mindset of many people who often see struggles and turn their shoulders to them. This comes from a rich man looking at the lower-class citizens.

Luz: If I Were a Boy by Beyonce

If I Were a Boy connects to Chapter 7 on Gender. In the song, Beyonce talks about the double standards that men and women experience. She talks about how she wouldn't be judged or criticized for her actions. Chapter 7 talks about how women and men follow different rules in life based on what society deems appropriate for their genders. This song connects to the chapter because it talks about how women see men's lives as easier because they aren't expected to follow certain social rules.

Nandie: I Kissed a Girl by Katy Perry

In the song, Perry talks about an intimate experience she shared with a women and exploring her sexuality with women. In society LGBTQ relationship are usually looked down upon and looked as taboo. In chapter 8, it discuses how the power dynamics between gender and sexuality, and how those affect society.

Constantine: Family By Popcaan

Family relates to chapter 9 Kinship, Family, and Marriage because of the morals the song speaks about. The song talks about looking after your friends and family and always having their back in every situation. The song also speaks about not stabbing your brother in the back and to love, live, and fight together to beat all odds formed against your family.

Group: This is America- Childish Gambino

This is America relates to race inequality between people of color and the police system. It connects to race and racism because they discuss how race and rasicm play into society today.

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Team 12

Rihelia Dorival

Sanai Nicholas

Rihelia Pick- They don’t care about us by Michael Jackson

When talking about the song and the purpose Michael Jackson said “The song is in fact about the pain of prejudice and hate and is a way to draw attention to social and political problems.” I believe this ties into a lot of overall themes we saw in each chapter (some more then others) and I think if there was a song that best represents this class it would be this one

Sanai Pick Treacherous by Lil Durk

In class we discussed uneven development where every one comes from different or no opportunities. This song describes coming from a poor neighborhood and trying to rise above that. Being in a violent or poor community isn’t reassuring to many when it comes to thinking about your future. The artist is showcasing you can come from anywhere and be as successful as you please as he describes his unfortunate experiences.

Team Pick- Black or White By Michael Jackson

We have covered race and ethnicity a lot in this class and I believe especially since we are learning about these topics in an hbcu the meaning of the song is incredibly relevant to the class as a whole

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Group 9

1. I picked Bigger picture by lil baby because he talks about racism and how the world is unfair. He also talks about genders not being treated equally and mothers losing their young kids to gun violence. He also talks about police brutality how often it happens in the world and only to African Americans and manly to men.

2. We chose run the world my Beyoncé because it’s about women empowerment. Run the world is the person song for the topic of gender because it does state how women are powerful and run the world.

3. Cheetah sister is a song by Disney group the cheetah girls. The song fits perfect for the topic of family because although they aren’t blood the girls still consider each other sisters. The topic of family is not just about blood but the relationship between two people.

4. Marry me by Jason Derulo is a good song to go with chapter 9 marriage because in the song he is explaining why he wants to marry her. In the book marriage is a relationship that includes physical and emotional intimacy and legal rights. In the song he talked about how she makes him feel is one of kind and things of that nature

[lexiiwexii]

Anthropology by Alexis Wallce

Playlist · 5 Songs

these songs are feel good songs some have a message and the others are to keep you calm while studying or just walking around campus to enjoy your day as a college student

[nythabrat]

Group 14 Fall 22 Playlist

Group 14 by Shaniah Price

Playlist · 5 Songs

Shaniah

I chose Married Next Year by Rod Wave because because we had the chapter about marriage and it made me look at marriage differently and now it’s ultimately something I want in the near future & in the song he talks about settling down and getting married next year.

Tyona

The song the heart part 5 . This song defines culture because it rips off the truth about society. It brings things to life that people sweep under the rug. We spend too much time on what the world give us to engage our minds as far as the lastest news on social media or the entitlement feelings we have on irrelevant topics. Kendrick shows us the declining of our culture

Tayrn

i chose "dear mama" by Tupac because he dedicated this song to his mother basically saying how much he appreciates her for everything she has done for him and taught him, it relates to chapter 9 which is Kinship, family, marriage. He defines his relationship with his mom which is family and how they treat other.

Sam

sam chose “c7osure (you like)” by Lil Nas X because it relates to chapters 8 “Sexuality”. In the song Lil Nas X comes out to the world about his sexuality. I think this also relates to me because i’m also gay and the song hit home for me. He defines sexuality all throughout the song by letting the world know that it’s not about what you like, it’s about how you should be treated well whether what you identify as.

Our Group Choice

Our group song relates to chapter 10 social inequality & chapter 5 race and racism. “They don’t care about us” by micheal Jackson , where he was singing about inequality, racism (especially towards black people), police brutality and other human rights abuses all in one song.

[heavennevaeh]

The bigger picture- lil baby: I chose this song because it talks about police brutality towards black people. It talks about institutional racism and how society and the whole way of life is against certain people.

Polo G - Wishing for a hero- race and racism- talks about the struggle of being black with cops trying to kill blacks, hard to get a job, etc

House bigger - no cap- class and inequality- talks about how rapping got him richer and got him a bigger house and a more expensive car

woman by raheem devaughn. I chose this for gender because most of the time we only focus on men and what they do for their families but nobody really knows the hardship it takes to be a woman but a woman

[thereallianne]

Playlist For the Semester Group 6 Lianne Nelson and Paige Gooden

Don't touch my hair by Solange feat.Sampha

2. The Bigger Picture

The first song "Dont touch my hair" correlates to the chapter where we learned about ethnicity and nationalism. As a young black women and identifying as African American for your ethnicity you can relate to this song. To us this song represent our community and how treasured our hair is to us.

Our second song "The Bigger Picture" correlates to the chapter on Race and Racism. The Lil Baby song speaks on the Black Lives Matter movement and police brutality against African Americans. This goes along with the racism that we learned about in the chapter especially towards the black community.

Lastly the song Same Love that correlates to the chapter we learned on Gender. The song talks about acceptance in the LGBTQ community and equality for everyone no matter how they identify.

[indianwilson]

1. I choose the story of Oj becuase it relates to racism and ethnicity. In the song J say references black people being considered less then in America and how there race effects the economic class in America. - India Wilson

2. We choose same love by Macklemore to represent the chapter about gender and sexual orientation. This song talk about not being able to change their sexual orientation , and how it is natural for them regardless of what sex they were born. -group

3. I chose my song “Strange Fruit,” by Billie Holiday, because it represents the sadness and disruption of racism and in America. It represents lynching and how it affected the black community. This song related to chapter 5 which is also based on Race and Racism which talks about racial categories and how it is constructed around the world. - Hannah Robison

4. The song black Korea is about being a black person not being able to do anything outside without being accused of a crime. He talks about how they see one black person and associate them with criminals and blame them for what's wrong with the the world. He talks about them accused them of stealing when they actually have money or have or a job. I chose this song because ice cube talks about the issues racism can cause and how people of color get incriminated for any slight convinces. - Amirah Clinton

5. The song explains how people in power use violence and manipulative means to keep power also represents hegemony due to using threats to force co-operation

-Malakai Makonnen

Anthropology by India Wilson

Playlist · 6 Songs