The year 2018 was filled with a plethora of events. From acts of domestic terrorism in America to high racial tensions on Longwood University’s campus, there was so much happening on that it felt hard to actually realize what was going on. As the fall semester went on, I thought about everything that was happening in this country and on this campus and it reminded me of the music video for Childish Gambino’s “This is America.” In that music video, Gambino refers to tragic events in America and how, despite all the chaos, we are distracted so we don’t actually address prevalent issues. The entire music video consists of Gambino dancing and singing with people, grabbing our attention. But in the background there is rioting, tragedies, and complete chaos. In this instance, it is clear that Gambino is referring to the state of America; bad things can be happening all around us but because no one wants to fully address the issues, they distract the majority of people hoping they don’t notice. This music video inspired me to make a piece highlighting the many things going on throughout the country as well as on Longwood’s campus that are either not publicized nor actively addressed. I want people to realize all the chaos that is around them.