From Cameroon to Global Fame: The Inspiring Rise of Juliette Schlegl
In the depths of Africa, under the sky of my Cameroon,
The land of my ancestors, singing under the same moon,
Scarred by struggles, bathed in hope,
I was born, a warrior, in a dance of resilience.
Favouritism and corruption, such were our burdens,
In the Southwest, the Northwest, screams beneath the echoes,
Poverty, schemes, misery, chaining our souls,
But within me burned a flame, a challenge to the dramas.
My mother, a pillar of strength, in her arms, dreams woven,
Taught me that every trial, far from breaking us,
Forges wings in us, to fly towards our dreams,
Thus, against all odds, I dared to dream, dared to fight.
School, my studies, my struggle, each day a trial,
Up to the Ivory Coast, land of hope, land of my dreams.
Then, fate struck, my mother, my star, dimmed,
Leaving me alone, with my sorrows, but never defeated.
Music, my refuge, my voice to scream my pain,
An album to survive, to sustain my family,
From notes to melodies, I wove my hope, my armor,
Earning my right to live, far from destitution, pure darkness.
Then came Germany, horizon of my new days,
Where I resumed my studies, built my dreams of love.
Juliette Schlegl, a voice from Cameroon, in foreign land,
Carrying within me the songs of my land, my fight, my light.
This poem, my words, my story, a message to the universe,
That despite the shadows, our dreams remain open.
From Africa to Europe, a journey, a quest,
To tell the world, despite the storms,
We are warriors, from the shadow to the light, a promise.
Poem by Juliette Schlegl
Meet Juliette Schlegl, better known by her stage name, Julyka, who has captured the hearts of thousands with her phenomenal album: ÉTERNITÉ DE DÉLICES (Eternity of Delights). Through this work, Julyka not only pays a vibrant tribute to her mother, who left her studies in Ivory Coast to embark on a musical career, but also charts a luminous path towards self-sufficiency and family support. The story of her bold transition from the academic world to the music scene, ultimately returning to Cameroon to support her family, is a profound source of inspiration.
ÉTERNITÉ DE DÉLICES (Eternity of Delights) is an exquisite collection of melodies, where titles like HOMMAGES AUX MÈRES (TRIBUTE TO MOTHERS), GRANDS AFRICAINS (“Great Africans”), supported by the Ivorian group UNITÉ (UNITY), “Attention, je suis fâchée” (“Attention, I am angry”), JALOUSIE (JALOUSY) open to Julyka the doors of international success. From France to Germany, her music crosses borders, connecting hearts and minds across cultures.
Life, with its highs and lows, is an adventure, and Julyka, through her resilience, shows us how to navigate its tumultuous waters with grace. By exploring literary works such as TIMSAHALL/A Saw-Toothed Career, and delving into the musical universe of this extraordinary polyglot, born in Cameroon, we discover not only the artist but also the woman. Her journey, as an immigrant in Germany, is a powerful testimony to perseverance, adaptability, and inspiration.
New Single Alert: BRAND NEW
Don’t miss her latest single, BRAND NEW, available on Spotify and other platforms. It’s an invitation to discover a new facet of her inexhaustible talent, a promise of freshness in the current musical universe.
For a deeper immersion into the world of Julyka, click on her link tree and let yourself be guided through her creations, her life, and her inspirations. Julyka is not just an artist; she is a cultural phenomenon, a bridge between worlds, a voice for unity through diversity.
Join us on this musical and cultural adventure, and become part of the evolving story of Julyka. Let yourself be inspired, moved, and above all, connect to the extraordinary journey of this rising star.
If you are inspired by the art and journey of Julyka and wish to contribute to her creative voyage, we invite you to do so via her PayPal link. Every contribution directly supports her artistic work, allowing her to continue sharing her music, stories, and inspiration with the world.
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We thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Together, we can help Julyka continue her passion and make a difference through art.
