My Body Belongs to Me by Protyus A. Gendher [Glass Ceiling Records]

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“My Body Belongs to Me” stands as a fierce, joyful declaration of autonomy — a children’s anthem that refuses to dilute its message. Built on a foundation of bright, confident melodies and a pulsing dubstep undercurrent, the song gives kids language many adults never received growing up. It celebrates the body as something capable, wondrous, and wholly one’s own, grounding empowerment in everyday movement, play, and growth.

At its core, the track teaches consent with clarity and warmth. It frames “no” not as conflict but as self‑respect, and “yes” as something freely chosen rather than expected. The song models how to ask for touch, how to listen for boundaries, and how to honor them — all in language that feels natural to kids and deeply relieving to caregivers who’ve been searching for tools like this.

The middle verses widen the lens, reminding listeners that everyone’s body deserves the same respect. Kids learn that consent isn’t just something they receive — it’s something they practice with others. The tone stays friendly and relational, emphasizing connection over correction, and showing that boundaries are a pathway to healthier friendships, not barriers to them.

The song also acknowledges the harder truth: not every adult is safe. Without fear‑mongering or graphic detail, it gives children a simple, actionable plan — trust your feelings, tell a safe grownup, and know that what happened wasn’t your fault. This section is handled with remarkable care, offering protection without panic, and strength without shame.

The anti‑drop and pre‑drop build transform the message into a communal rallying cry. The music swells, the beat tightens, and the song shifts from gentle teaching to full‑bodied empowerment. Kids get to shout their autonomy into the world, carried by bass, rhythm, and the thrill of a drop that feels like reclaiming space.

By the final chorus, “My Body Belongs to Me” becomes more than a song — it becomes a ritual of safety, joy, and self‑ownership. It’s the kind of track families can sing in the car, teachers can use in classrooms, and kids can carry into every part of their lives. Defiant, tender, and electrifying, it’s a new cornerstone in the landscape of children’s music that actually respects children.

I have the most amazing body
And it can do the most amazing things
It can run and jump and play and sleep and grow
And my body, belongs to only me.

Nobody has the right to hurt me
I don't need a reason to say no
No one should be touching me without my consent
This is my body, keep your hands on your own.

I have the most amazing body
And it can do the most amazing things
It can run and jump and play and sleep and grow
And my body, belongs to only me.

If you want a hug you should ask
And if I want one too I'll say "yes"
But if I don't feel like being touched
Just hugging me would make me pretty stressed

I have the most amazing body
And it can do the most amazing things
It can run and jump and play and sleep and grow
And my body, belongs to only me.

Everyone's body belongs to them
So I don't touch other people without consent
If my touch isn't wanted, I don't want you fronting
I'd rather have a good relationship

I know that not everybody in this world is safe
It's sad, but some just can't bet trusted in our space
If somebody ever touches you without consent
Find a trusted grownup and go tell quick

I have the most amazing body
And it can do the most amazing things
It can run and jump and play and sleep and grow
And my body, belongs to only me.
[anti-drop]
It's ok to give hugs, and it's ok to hold hands
It's ok to wrestle in the mud when goofing off with friends
It's ok to sit on the lap of a grown up that you trust
But there are some parts of your body that others shouldn't touch.
If it's covered by a swimsuit, when you go for a swim
A safe adult just won't ask to touch you there my friend
I know that not everybody in this world is safe
It's sad, but some just can't bet trusted in our space
If somebody ever touches you without consent
Find a trusted grownup and go tell quick
[pre-drop build]
[bass drop]
I have the most amazing body
And it can do the most amazing things
It can run and jump and play and sleep and grow
And my body, belongs to only me.
And my body, belongs to only me.