Harllem Renaissance

Duke Ellington

In 19th century many African Americans moved from south to north between 1919 and 1926. This was known as the Great Migration. When African Americans moved to seek out jobs and better ways of life. The movement changed the way actors, and directors wrote.  It helped as a cultural renewal for these people in New York City. This movement became known as the Harlem Renaissance.Not only became an important part of African American history but also in the history of the United States. 

Transcendentalism

Because I’m happy…
Come along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I’m happy…
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth.

It explains there is no reason to be angry or sad. You can be happy by being with your friends and living like you want. Like the first quote in the story it says that you dont have to feel sad because of what people say. You should find happiness in anything you like.

It’s your birthday
We gon’ party like it’s yo birthday
We gon’ sip Bacardi like it’s your birthday
And you know we don’t give a ****
It’s not your birthday!

In the 3rd quote it says that you should explore the world and live like you want to live. Not planning everything. The song says that even though its not your birthday you can celebrate and be happy. Thats how you should live if you want to be happy.