BirdNote Daily A Grandchild’s Song for Robins
Nov 27, 2025
Ray Young Bear, a member of the Meskwaki Nation, is a talented writer and musician who crafts poetry in both English and his native Meskwaki. In this engaging discussion, he shares the inspiration behind a song he composed for his grandson, Ozzy, celebrating the joy of watching robins hunt for earthworms. Ray's unique blend of cultural heritage and love for nature highlights the beauty of birdwatching, and he reflects on how music can connect generations. His contribution to a larger project for birds also draws attention to the harmony between art and conservation.
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Song For Robins And A Grandson
- Ray Youngbear recounts composing a Meskwaki song with his grandson Ozzy while watching robins hunt for earthworms.
- He matched the robin's hopping movements to the song to entertain his grandson.
Simple Moments Connect Us To Nature
- The English translation connects family delight to bird behavior: Ozzy enjoys watching robins hunt for earthworms.
- The simple observation links human joy to everyday natural rhythms.
Recording For The Birdsong Project
- Ray Youngbear recorded the robin song for the compilation For the Birds: The Birdsong Project.
- Over 200 artists contributed and proceeds support the National Audubon Society.