The Mic Is Mightier: Rapping Against the Current. | Sharlaine Menezes | TEDxSt Pauls College
Rap is more than rhythm it is resistance, storytelling, and change. In this talk, Ms Sharlaine explores how rap becomes a voice against conformity, challenging social currents and amplifying unheard perspectives. By blending creativity, courage, and truth, the mic transforms into a tool of empowerment, turning music into a movement for awareness and transformation. Sharlaine Menezes is a bold rap-pop artist, performer, and cultural disruptor, proudly known as the first and only female rapper from Goa creating original music. Blending the discipline of classical piano training with the raw power of hip-hop, her music speaks of identity, resilience, and rebellion. Her tracks like “Alert,” “I Rise Above,” and “You Decide” are more than songs—they’re personal and political statements that amplify unheard voices, especially those of women in male-dominated spaces. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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