Introduce my self

Lyrics

[Intro – Spoken] Hey, IL ENG family! Most of you know me as Mister Chouaib. I’m Chouaib Errime. I’m forty-five, and I’m a dad of three. Let me tell you how I got here. [Verse 1 – From Casablanca to France] I was born in Casablanca, that’s where it all began, I learned to stand back up when things didn’t go to plan. At thirty-five, I had a choice. Where would we go? A job in France or Sherbrooke, where the winters bring snow. Othman, my brother, if I’d chosen Canada, Maybe we’d have met one day, even from far away. I chose France to be closer to Morocco, closer to home. Five plane tickets add up fast when you travel as a family! I had a steady job, good pay and years of experience, Still, I said yes and took the chance. With my Talent Passport and my family by my side, We packed our bags and started a new life. [Chorus – Sing together] Life goes on, and so do I, One more word, one more try. If I lose my words, I’ll take my time, Then try again till they feel like mine. Tell me your story, I’ll tell you mine, We’ll learn together, one line at a time. I’m sharing mine because you’re close to me, IL ENG, you’re my second family. [Verse 2 – Starting over] My first job in France lasted four months, then they let me go. I said, “What if I work for myself? Let’s see how far I can go.” Now I’m a freelance z/OS consultant and technical lead. I help banks and insurers with the mainframe systems they need. I can explain my work in French, but here’s my goal. I want to lead a meeting in English and feel at home. Meet people from around the world, take courses and grow, And work with international teams from right here in France. [Bridge – Spoken in Darija] آ شعيب، الحياة كتكمل، وباقي قدّامك تحدّيات. راك بديتي من جديد من قبل. دابا خُذها خطوة بخطوة. الحمد لله، برضا الوالدين وبدعوات الخير ديالهم، راني عايش وواقف على رجليّ. [Verse 3 – A message to anyone starting out] If you get one shot at something you want to do, Go for it, even if it feels new to you. And if you’re waiting till you feel ready to speak, Say one sentence today. Say two next week. [Final chorus – Sing together] Life goes on, and so do I, One more word, one more try. Tell me your story, I’ll tell you mine, We’ll learn together, one line at a time. I’m sharing mine because you’re close to me, IL ENG, you’re my second family. Good luck, my friends, with all you want to do. And when it’s your turn, we’ll listen to you. [Outro – Spoken, with a smile] Oh, and my birthday’s on the twentieth of February. Put it in your calendars! I’ll bring the music. Who’s bringing the cake? Mr Youssef, you’re our guide. You make us feel comfortable enough to speak, even when we make mistakes. We trust you, and we’d love to get to know you better. Could you tell us a little about yourself? And when’s your birthday? Mr Youssef, the mic is yours! 🎤