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“Watch Us Shine” by Renée Watson & Ellen Hagan (from Watch Us Rise) is a poem/song‑style piece that celebrates girlhood, empowerment, and collective strength. Since it’s copyrighted, I can’t provide the full lyrics, but I can give you a clear sense of what it expresses.

What the piece is about

• It’s a rallying call for young people—especially girls—to speak up, take space, and refuse to shrink themselves.
• The tone is bold, rhythmic, and uplifting, almost like a spoken‑word anthem.
• It emphasizes unity: the idea that when girls support each other, they become impossible to ignore.
• Themes include self‑worth, resilience, activism, and creative expression.

A brief flavor (allowed excerpt)

One line captures the spirit well:

“We rise. We write. We shine.”

It’s all about stepping into your power and refusing to dim your light.

If you want, I can…

• Summarize it in more depth
• Break down its themes or symbolism
• Create a poem or song inspired by its style
• Explain how it fits into the novel Watch Us Rise

What direction do you want to take this next, Edwin?