Rhythmic and engaging, the sentiment "it takes a village to raise a child" is expressed in a traditional Swahili (Kijita) text along with sections of English text. Detailed performance notes are also included regarding the pronunciation and setup of the piece. Short solos and small ensembles are interspersed with energetic choral singing to mirror the role of the village calling out to the children. Percussion parts are included, along with an option to include a children's choir to create a truly multigenerational ensemble for a striking interpretation of the message.