The American Dream is just a dream...
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Nimo and Sawp interestingly discuss the nature of migrants and non-migrants by positioning their rap as a conversation between the two. Intentionally, Nimo, representing a Gujarati migrant to America, speaks in English during the rap, symbolizing his Westernization and integration into American society. Swap represents the family of the migrant, and speaks Gujrati throughout the rap. The juxtaposition between the two illustrates the complexities of migration, especially the discrepancy between expectations and realities. It also loosely illustrates the relationships between migrants and migrant families.
Nimo, like many migrants, is motivated to migrate to America in pursuit of the American Dream. He believes that America, ‘the land of opportunity’ will make him rich and successful, something he can't attain in India. The idea of the American Dream is something that has motivated many migrants, who perceive America as a destination for success. However, the climate in America is often harsh towards migrants, and the labor structure challenges upward mobility for migrant laborers, especially those categorized as ‘low-skilled’. Further, the cultural climate of America is largely discriminatory to any minority that challenges the hegemony of American Culture, challenging the attainability of the American Dream because of structural obstacles in opportunity and subsequently success.
The conversations between Nimo and Sawp throughout the rap illustrate the narrative that migrants often uphold to ease often-concerned family members back home. Nimo throughout the conversation with Swap, constantly glorifies his life in America, talking about his job, suit, and money. He doesn't acknowledge the hardships faced in America or discuss any racism or discrimination he may have faced. It is only at the end of the verse that Nimo objects to Sawp's proposal to move to America, saying, “No I would never let you go what I’ve gone through”. This alludes to the hardships faced by many migrants in pursuit of the American Dream, spotlighting that the American Dream is just a dream after all.