In this interactive workshop, participants will explore how song lyrics can be a powerful gateway to student engagement, reflection, and creativity. Led by Cearra Jones, Training Specialist with Empowered, this session models how to guide students in analyzing their music choices, connecting those choices to personal experiences, and recognizing how music influences their day-to-day interactions. Educators will walk away with ready-to-use strategies that tap into student interests, build stronger classroom connections, and amplify student voice in ways that are relevant, empowering, and unforgettable.