In November last year, CREATE in the Northern Territory brought together an incredible group of young people with care experience for a special Songwriting Workshop led by local rapper Riley P. This wasn’t just about music—it was about creating a platform for young voices to be heard, their stories to be told, and their experiences to be shared. And what they created was nothing short of powerful.
With every lyric, every beat, and every verse, these young people spoke their truth. They expressed their hopes, struggles, and dreams. Their song, “We Want More,” is more than just words—it’s a call for change, and a reminder that every young person in care deserves to be heard, supported, and celebrated.
A huge thank you to the incredible young people who shared their voices, their stories, and their creativity in this powerful song.
Have a listen!
We Want More | The Lyrics
(We want more)
(More) time in the day that we’re chasin’
(We want more)
More space for more regulation
(We want more)
Even if we fake it till’ we make it
(We want more)
It’s ok to have a voice and say it
Wake up and I’m feelin’ alright
I got Kiara, Selenia and Paula by my side!
I gotta stay positive, I gotta stay strong!
Thinking of my mum and dad
I put you in this song!
All I really need is someone to believe in me
Give us a chance to succeed and do it easily
I want my brothers and sisters with me living peacefully
I need space, everyone want a piece of me.
Every day I see a world of faith
Everything around me seems so great
There’s nothing I really need to stand for
When you need me, I’ll be knocking on your door
Space, sick of always feeling in the rain
Why does it feel like honesty is always pain
And they say honesty can always set you free
But in my situation, why is it different for me?
If I had more time I would sleep all night
Play with my friends with no end in sight
If I had more time I’d be with my mates going out with CREATE
Going to the next day
Too much to do, got things on my plate
I need me-time, gotta get things straight
I hear your texts
I hear your call
It’s half of me as well tryin’ to balance it all
You gotta crawl before you get to your feet
But I’ve been workin’ for some time
I’m ready to eat
I’ve been around enough to know what it’s like on the street
You don’t understand me or the places I’ve been
(Chorus x2)
(We want more)
(More) time in the day that we’re chasin’
(We want more)
More space for more regulation
(We want more)
Even if we fake it till’ we make it
(We want more)
It’s ok to have a voice and say it
