A bold step forward: On their new album Ushuaia, K3 sings about homosexuality and gender identity. Amid their classic hits, one track stands out for challenging stereotypes. Does this message fit these young stars and their child audience?
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Studio 100 fully supports this powerful statement. It's 2016, and inclusivity belongs in children's music too. More kids today grow up with same-sex parents or explore their own identities—it's natural. While they anticipate some backlash on this sensitive topic, especially for young listeners, the intent is clear: promote acceptance.
Here's the key: Children embrace it without question. Adults decide how to interpret it. As a parent, I've discussed these topics openly with my kids, K3 songs or not, because everyone deserves to feel loved and happy. If they develop feelings for someone of the same sex, I want them to know it's okay. My oldest had classmates with two moms and played at their home. Her initial curiosity faded quickly—with open minds from child and parent alike, we all just saw a loving family.
Tip: Find all K3 DVDs at Bol.com; the new album Ushuaia is available here.
This is the song sparking conversation. Written and composed by Miguel Wiels, Peter Gillis, and Alain Vande Putte, it appears on Ushuaia and was inspired by the Orlando gay club attack. At its core? Love without limits. I find it truly uplifting.
Read the lyrics below and decide for yourself:
Who decides blue for every boy
Who says sweet girl
Please wear pink
Who decides which doll you love
And if you wouldn't rather build a tree house
Who decides what is right and what is wrong
Is every girl soft
Does every boy want power
You know what
It leaves me very cold
When you find someone who loves you dearly
CHORUS:
Why should a boy never be a princess
Why should a girl never be Superman
Each bird builds its own nest
Here with us everyone can be who they are
Why should a boy never be a princess
Why should a girl never be Superman
Sometimes princesses like princesses
Here with us everyone can be who they are
Who you are
And what you'll love later
Oh no one knows that
And if only I had one wish
You know what
I wish for you
That you find someone who loves you dearly
Who you are
Who you build a future with
Full of tenderness
A boy or a girl
You know what
It leaves me very cold
When you find someone who loves you dearly
CHORUS
If I love you
And you too from me
Why isn't everyone happy
Because life goes by way too fast
Do you love me too
Why should a boy never be a princess
Why should a boy never be a princess
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