“I Call it, Disneyland For Adults ...” (Black in Singapore) | MFiles
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- In this episode of The Melanated Files (MFiles) we introduce Michael Francis, a British National living in Singapore. Michael has been living in Singapore for nine and a half years and says, to him Singapore is the “Disneyland for adults.” Michael and his wife thought they’d only be in Singapore for one year, but almost a decade later they are still there. Watch to hear his story.
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Thanks for watching guys! Stay tuned! More videos from a variety of countries incoming! Japan is still home base, though Singapore is mighty tempting! Hope everyone is doing well 🙏🏾
How you doing Ranzo? Singapore sounds great... Love Jamaican food, sooo good 💖
Wow! I didn't know Japan was homebase for you. Oh how lucky you are! Peace and love
I like your videos, it make me want to visit, but a little afraid, I'm retired. What would I need to do. Could you let me know, please. I will not take shots to visit. Please reply for what I need to do.
Priscilla Taylor I don’t think you have to take shots to visit. I think it’s as easy as getting the required visa if you need one, buying your plane ticket and then make the trip.
Abu Nadrah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said in the final days of the pilgimrage:
يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ أَلَا إِنَّ رَبَّكُمْ وَاحِدٌ وَإِنَّ أَبَاكُمْ وَاحِدٌ أَلَا لَا فَضْلَ لِعَرَبِيٍّ عَلَى أَعْجَمِيٍّ وَلَا لِعَجَمِيٍّ عَلَى عَرَبِيٍّ وَلَا لِأَحْمَرَ عَلَى أَسْوَدَ وَلَا أَسْوَدَ عَلَى أَحْمَرَ إِلَّا بِالتَّقْوَى أَبَلَّغْتُ
*O people, your Lord is one and your father Adam is one. There is no favor of an Arab over a foreigner, nor a foreigner over an Arab, and neither white skin over black skin, nor black skin over white skin, except by righteousness. Have I not delivered the message?*
Source: Musnad Aḥmad 22978, Grade: Sahih
Uqbah ibn Amir reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said:
لَيْسَ لأَحَدٍ عَلَى أَحَدٍ فَضْلٌ إِلا بِالدِّينِ أَوْ عَمَلٍ صَالِحٍ حَسْبُ الرَّجُلِ أَنْ يَكُونَ فَاحِشًا بَذِيًّا بَخِيلا جَبَانًا
*No one is better than anyone else except by religion or good deeds. It is enough evil for a man to be profane, vulgar, greedy, or cowardly.*
Source: Shu’ab al-Imān 4767, Grade: Sahih
Abu Dharr reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said:
انْظُرْ فَإِنَّكَ لَيْسَ بِخَيْرٍ مِنْ أَحْمَرَ وَلَا أَسْوَدَ إِلَّا أَنْ تَفْضُلَهُ بِتَقْوَى
*Behold! Verily, you have no virtue over one with white skin or black skin, except by favor of righteousness.*
Source: Musnad Aḥmad 20885, Grade: Hasan
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thankyou for making us black ppl look good instead of stupid media stereotype
Still lots of thugs mentality
96NightRider96 people hate when behavior is unacceptable
@Red Pill prime Good for vacation. Not so good to make it your home. Good for the rich, not so good for the commoners
@@Grimloxz Yes it seems that way. Why then there are thousands of people from all over the world at the southern border putting their lives at risk to get into the USA.
For real!!
Thanks for covering us!
-love from Singapore
Singapore Pledge is what made everyone feel welcome here indirectly ... "We, the citizens of Singapore, pledge ourselves as one united people, regardless of race, language or religion, to build a democratic society, based on justice and equality, so as to achieve happiness, prosperity and progress for our nation."
I think I want to move there hehe! That sounds wonderful!
I have been hearing a lot of good things about Singapore. This gentleman confirms it. Short and sweet. Keep them coming, Ranzo. I love that he said, "Having kids is his biggest accomplishment."
I Remember a black British Comedian who talked about being stopped by a USA Cop while driving .
The moment she opens her mouth and talked with a British accent , the cops said “Sorry maam, I thought you were black “.
Yeah it was Gina Yashere lolll
This might sound Random..but i like his glasses!
Funny same thing happened to me many times.
Ooh okay
@@jazzmohantv683 that's so sexist, stop it
When i was in the military we visited Singapore and it was a blast. Totally unexpected. Best experience of my life
I've been hearing SOOOO many good things about Singapore. Jesus Christ!!! Kudos to Singaporeans.
Thank you... we do have our own battles to fight. But please consider visiting us for a holiday! You can make lots of short trips to our neighbouring countries too.
@Kay Flip bruh..
@Kay Flip this aint some Olympics, the video is abt Singapore and the comment is abt Singapore, not sure why thats even relevant
Don't bring your xtian behaviour here. Keep ur religion to urself.
It’s not true
I never realised what a privilege it was to be living here as a Singaporean! Thanks for sharing your experiences and insights :) Hope you'll continue the good work you're doing.
Mr Francis you have made us proud as a Londoner. I will visit Singapore.
What a truly beautiful soul this gentleman has. Whenever i visit the US, the people who impress me most are the black folk. They have this genuine-ness that is truly lovely. ... Much love from a Singaporean of Chinese extraction.
Chinese locals are studious. Hmm.
Every time i went to Singapore for business trips i felt i was at home. Love the weather , food, and friendly people. I cannot wait to go back.
Overdue for another visit
You're always welcome in Asia.
Enjoyed this interview. As an African American I lived in Japan for many years and this sounded similar. We called it heaven on earth. There was barely any racism at all as he said about Singapore and it was very clean and easy living. You didn't have to keep looking over your shoulder because you didn't experience crime and violence. The country had you on a natural high. There was always something fun to do and it was extremely peaceful, beautiful and pleasant
@fifikhalifa barry yes, to me it is feeling the presence of God. The peaceful countries operate on love and integrity and you feel the higher vibrations as opposed to a country that operates on hatred, racism, greed and materialism. The lower vibrational countries tend to be narcissitic and love war over humanity
At one time I thought I could achieve this feeling; state of living, in Africa...not so sure with all the changes taking place there. What you all are describing about Singapore is what my soul longs for. I never understood why we as a people feel we must stay in a land that oppresses us causing our daily existence to be depressing to the point of being physically sick...high blood pressure, heart disease, depression, etc. I always said God created this big ol' beautiful world, surely America is not THE best and only place we have to choose from!!
@@michellelove34 You're right. I have been back in America for over 30 years. When I first came back, I immediately felt darkness and the feeling hasn't changed. My soul longs for the same as yours. I spoke to a Japanese man in the comments regarding a scientific video on you tube a while back. He was so kind and welcoming. We discussed the topic back and forth a little and his whole treatment and kind words to me made me feel the joy I felt long ago when living there. Japan is called the Land of The Rising Sun and he let me know I was always welcome there. I would love to go to Africa as well and possibly live, but it's getting harder for me to see living out the rest of my life in the US. The only thing that seems to evolve rapidly here is fear, technology and machines over humanity. Not feeling that at all
@@thealchemist333 Darkness indeed! I can't really tolerate it any longer and the thought of leaving family to live somewhere else just to have peace, is sad. But like you, I can't see myself living the rest of my life here either.
He says there's hardly any racisim there but he needs to maintain a membership in a black networking group. Since he's been there almost 10 years why not ASSIMILATE and make Singaporean friends? As a hispanic I don't feel the need to go all around the world and to seek out and feel comfortable with only hispanics/Latinos. It's not that serious. So why do blacks always feel that they need to be around each other just to function in other places? If u feel that why I'd suggest u stay back in your country of orgin.. just sayin
Fell in love with Singapore 20 years ago, the laws were a bit draconian, that’s not a complaint at all, damn talk about clean 🧼
Very Clean. Be careful with gum.. Lol!!!
@@gregoryjohnson4319 Gum?
@@milksomecows Yes one of the people in our tour group spit out some gum, which made for some angry policemen. Apparently that was a big offence at the time.
@@gregoryjohnson4319 Ahh... Spitting in general is a no no. It's not about the gum. You can get fined for spitting. Sometimes I feel like Singapore is too safe. The policemen have nothing better to do than catch litter bugs and spitters. Lol.
P.S. I'm Singaporean. In case you were wondering.
@@milksomecows Ok. I was a little taken aback by it. Other than that INCIDENT I LOVED OUR VISIT!!!
This guy is just full of joy. Always great videos.
Another great interview! I was catching a hint if a Jamaican accent before he mentioned his Jamaican roots. His life has been very interesting, I wouldn't mind sitting down over a cup of tea and having a long conversation with him. Thanks again for an amazing video.
DancingLeaf 06 yes also Jamaica and England have a lot of similarities in the way they speak. Same slag words and everything. Obviously because of the history.
He sounds like a typical 2nd generation Brit of West Indian parents, tbh.
Very pleasant interview, hope it continues well for him. As always Thank you Ranzo.
I visited Singapore in 1999. It was just starting to become a Powerhouse. It's amazing how much it is grown. I saw three black people while I was there and two of them were at the airport. I was by myself there. Lol!
@fried okra They never officially legalised brothels from what I know. But there are certain sections of it that are allowed to run under close monitoring for a long time.
In the 1980s, Singapore is alr considered 1 of the 4 powerhouses in Asia, alongside Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan (& japan)! And to think Singapore only got independent in 1965!!!
Hello! I am Shawn from Singapore. Just wanted to say it is true to some extent that Singapore is pretty harmonious when it comes to racial harmony. The people are generally nice and sometimes more amazed at other nationalities visiting. However, the racism amongst the people of Singapore is definitely still there. It is harder to see because as Asians we tend to keep our thoughts and comments to ourselves, and there are acts of racism done, but more on the subconscious scale. Especially towards the minorities in Singapore. But really glad you enjoyed our city! :)
Like your video!
Very positive on Singapore.
Glad that you enjoyed your stay here!
We welcome people like you.👍
Mi can hear di jamaican accent from the gates of heaven. Big up yuh self mi bredda
There are quite a few Jamaicans interviewed on this channel surprisingly.
Mi like di connection.
Gosh! WI cya talk an nuh seh gosh!
True dat!!
Ha ha. Coconut. He's not speaking broken English.
@@suffolk6311 Jamaicans don't speak broken english, we speak african vernacular. Keep your English! Chai! !
I just left Singapore... it was hella dope lol
what's it like?
SLEEPING GIANT it is really clean, nice place. A ton of malls in Singapore. It’s a must go location and the airport is the best I ever been to.
@@JayAgave Come again soon
Thank you for sharing your experience in Singapore. So glad that you had a positive and happy time.
It's interesting that you observe that Chinese families are not out in weekends or their children are studying 😂. It's true, but we don't notice it ourselves!
Please come back to Singapore, you are a lovely person.
Love it in Singapore. So much to do there. Sentosa Bay for the beach life, Clark Quay for the tourist hot spots n shopping, and more. Chili crab out there is a must!!
Yes the food is absolutely amazing here! Gaining more and more extra kilos each week... oooopppsss haha
That Mitchell Guy Oh my goodness, that Chili Crab sounds delicious.👍🏽
This is awesome.. I was recently in Singapore and totally fell in love with it. As a blackman I felt no racism, everyone was welcoming, and I had an AMAZING time...wish I knew of your place while there.. to get me some yardie food
Imma take a trip
No colour thing going on, its just not a part of the culture
Fell in love with the idea of Singapore looking at all the amazing architecture online, blew my mind!! You really made me feel relaxed about visiting, very encouraging knowing fellow Jamaican out there 2. You couldn't hide the twang if you tried lol 🇯🇲
Singapore is amazing! You should definitely visit :)
I knew jamaica from the film Cool Running. Lovely people
I am SINGAPOREAN & thanks for praising and showing the good side of Singapore :)!
I have been to Singapore I envy you..wow what a country
Always great to see others enjoying and giving praise to our country! Thanks for the good vibes!
Thank you for your kind words about Singapore. In Singapore, we have been taught from young, at home and esp in School, to be respectful of each other’s race, beliefs and cultural practices. We do not label each other by the colour of our skin like yellow or brown or black. Calling a person “black” esp is socially unacceptable and you will be get big backlash if it becomes public.
I'm hooked on this channel lol. Good work brother. Love your interviews. Singapore is high on my list of places to visit.
We are the same race, brothers. We're all human. Greetings from Algeria, North Africa.
He was an AWESOME interview!! So easy & fun!! Thank you !!
Enjoyed this interview...I would love to bump into him....very interesting person and wish him and family all the very best 💝
This is soooo freakin dope what you guys are doing!!!! Can't stop watching!!!
Jamaica stand up! 🇯🇲
After independence in the 1960s Singapore went to Jamaica to study what they were doing right. Copied it and took it back to Singapore.
Now Jamaica need to go to Singapore and copy what they are doing right.
Did u buy new camera and lights bro? The quality is Netflix level.
No it's the guest grey hair
I’ve been missing Michael’s Jamaican curry and bean rice! So good. Chanced upon his stall while food hunting in Bedok marketplace. Glad to see this video. Hope all is well with him.
I especially like Singapore because it was easy to get around (metro) and the shopping 🛍 is so amazing and getting to Malaysia 🇲🇾 (north) and Indonesia (south) was easy... oh and the food is delish and the beautiful garden off orchard Road...
He’s right it was so easy and I only visited for two weeks (one week each). Oh yes I forgot about the tee that says Singapore 🇸🇬 is a fine place... they fine you for: spitting, jaywalking, chewing gum etc.
It’s a pretty clean environment and they don’t want to clean up after you, but if they have to, then you will face a hefty fine 🤔 just imagine that around the world 🌎
Other countries should adopt this policy.
Yes! I need to visit I hate when people spit like a camel
We are human beings after all. Having such harsh laws might sound cruel to those who live in the US or UK but to us, it's what keeps us feel mostly safe all the time. 💙
I'm sorry that you have so much misinformation about our country. Yes we do have laws against the things you mentioned but they are usually not heavily enforced. To my knowledge I have not heard of any friends getting fined for the things you mentioned.
Spitting is just unhygienic, there are trashcans every 50metres, no excuse to spit into a tissue and throw it into the bin, especially in a pandemic like now. Jaywalking is dangerous for both you and the driver, but its not enforced unless you are an idiot to jaywalk infront of a police car, however it doesnt make it a right thing to do.
Keep going Keep Uploading Keep Evolving! Much success to this channel!
Love your channel man! Great insights.
This is a insightful and engaging interview. Thank You!!!
I've never seen a man that was so happy.
For real. He's living contented
😅😅😅
When you dont have to worry about being careful around people or getting shot, im sure you can live happily too
He seems like a happy man who brings happiness to the people around him.
Worldly people are so refreshing. Mentally, spiritually, and ideologically.
I'm happy for this gentleman. Happy to hear someone living a happy & peaceful life.
Enjoyed this interview, it seemed short or maybe I wanted to hear more😊
I love this Man’s laugh!
Fantastic video, thanks for sharing!
You have excellent video's. Please keep up the great work.
I understand that Singapore is a very multicultural country, Chinese, Malays and Indians. So I am sure that helps with why the racism is minimal there. As opposed to countries that are traditionally homogeneous, like Japan, Korea and China.
If you watch enough of this series, you'd realize that Japan, Korea and China are not that racist. Don't mistake curiosity for racism. A black or even white person might get stared at, but it's not out of hatred, it's because you are unique to them. Black people aren't being physically assaulted or even verbally harassed in those countries. But you go to a heterogeneous country like the U.S....good luck even getting a cab.
Back in 2005 I learned the Singaporeans do not count the workplace related deaths of Malaysians. Malaysians tend to be darker, whereas most of the Singaporeans are Chinese (much lighter skinned). there are prejudices all over the world. While no one was outright rude to me during my travels there, I was always being stared at, because I was such an oddity for them. What was nice is when I bumped into and had a 20 minute long conversation with to Nigerian men who were there for work.
It has nothing to do with population homogeneity but rather on the control by white supremacy. In south Africa during apartheid the whites were in command. Though they were a minority they oppressed and created a wonderful racism system.
@@stephaneog3977 they actually studied U.S. racism 📚📚
@@temudgin62 Maybe you are talking about Japan and Korea with regard to curiosity; not China though...
Nice interview. I visited Singapore two years ago and fell in love with the country. Just incredibly nice people, everyone. He ives an accurate assessment.
Awesome from the UK to Singapore! I remember the other interview of the musician you interviewed saying it affordable to live there. I hope the best for him & his family
I miss my calling. Brother please enjoy yourself there for me I can see you have a very beautiful sprit. I’m dealing with illness but I live vicariously through great people like yourself
Nothing wrong for being black plenty of them in. Singapore they all got on well with any colour thank you for sharing your beautiful story very good thank you
Michael reminds me fondly of my Brummies landlords Prince in Birmingham. He was also from Jamaica. Lovely person and Micheal speaks in similar way but with less Jamaican accent. Love to get to know you. Welcome to our big family in my beloved country and helping to add additional spice to our culture!
I moved to Shanghai last yr and it was the best decision ever !!
I missed your video after 1 year and regret not having a chance to taste your foods... but one thing for sure, we still welcome back.. bring back your foods to us please.😊
Thank you Mike!!
Michael, thank you for saying so much good things about our country, Spore. Especially about the food. Also clarifications on the local laws and fines. Many tourists were like quite worried about being fine as they were out on the streets. Your explanation puts them at ease to a certain extent. Sad to hear about your closing up of your food business due to the labour laws. Would be glad to work for you if only...., as I am also in F&B too. Well hopefully one day. You are such a nice guy.
I love his laugh 😂
😂🤣
I really enjoyed the output of LOVE is needed. Very informative ...
Hmm I like that law of having to hire 5 Singaporeans to 1 foreigner. We need those laws in America especially in Black communities where Foreigners get kick backs for opening businesses.
Actually those laws exist in America, before you can hire a foreigner have to prove to the state department that you cant find locals to hire before they even allow you to hire anyone else and it cost a lot of money to bring people here to work.
Anglekan I suppose hire people from overseas to work in America so like yourself, also hire people to come and work here because no matter how much you are willing to pay there are some jobs Americans simply will not do, the same stipulations apply regarding hiring foreigners, the locals end up leaving the immigrants there so I just have to hire more immigrants so that I dont have shut my company down but the law does exist and this is not about legal immigration because unless you are Cherokee we kinda all came from somewhere and became locals.
I live in the Philippines over 20 years. Black Americans need to start their own businesses and take Super Majority & Political Control of their town, city, county, State and most important a Region of States. 8 States Southern Region
@anglekan Where else could 45 million Black Americans go?
K. J. Falloon I work for and economic development agency and if those laws exist, they’re never ever enforced. I’ve seen so many companies get millions of free dollars to set up shop and create x amount of jobs. Then all they do is bring in foreigners, pay them ridiculous amounts which is above standard for the area. Locals are originally exited about the projects, but then then they end up getting priced out of everything because these strangers have come in with better paying jobs causing the cost of living to go up. It’s sickening.
very nice video and channel! Subbed. Looks like Singapore is on my travel hit list 😉
Visit soon, welcome
Who else likes his laughs....?? 😂
This brotha’s laugh is killing me 😆😂
He looks stunning
I’m ready to travel. I love your series and hearing black peoples perspective on what it’s like in japans!!! Great job 💕keep it up
Things that both foreigners and locals agree that Singapore is good at:
1. Very safe with very low crime rate.
2. Multi-racial country with minimal racism.
3. Cleanliness and much greeneries.
4. With english as our main language, its easier for foreigner to communicate here.
5. Extremely strict laws with ridiculously heavy punishment. One of the reason why crime rate here is low.
Things in Singapore that people dislike:
1. Most expensive in the world to own a vehicle. (Largely due to COE) so the price is 2 to 5 times as expensive as any other parts of the world.
2. Expensive public housing that you technically don’t own because it has a public lease of 99 years until then they decide if they want to continue leasing out or smth else.
3. High living cost.
4. Major different rights between citizen, permanent resident and foreigner if you live here for a long period of time.
5. Dense population in a small country.
Not that much differences between Citizen and Permanent Residents. In fact I think sometimes PRs 90% same as Citizens and Still enjoy same benefits only VERY SLIGHTLY more expensive. Foreigners r the really major expensive difference
Great interview~
Another great one in the can. The restaurant looked good. Sorry I missed the window.
Thanks for this video... this was very informative in terms of the country... I'm looking for somewhere I've never been before... and as a Black Man I want somewhere comfortable, chilled and safe... Good Vibes is all I'm looking for, as well as relaxation, so thanks again to you and Michael, peace.
Very informative. Thanks for sharing.
Nice comments from a foreigner who has stay here for a few years. DIY shops are everywhere in sg.
Good to hear an experience from an authentic person.
Singapore has always been one my fave places. I keep telling people how awesome it is in Singapore, minus the humidity. Lol
I wanna possibly move there but gaaaahh I hate humidity. I'm from Florida lol
@@KurosakiLuvar01 😂💯 I wouldn't mind moving there too. I know exactly what you mean. I use to live in South Florida. I will say, it is way more humid in Singapore than it is in Florida. At least there you can catch a breeze sometimes and the weather cools down a little bit in the winter. In Singapore, it's hot all the time. But trust, the culture, environment, and the food, etc make up for it. 😊
Joey Aloha I’m sure it does it gorgeous!!
@@KurosakiLuvar01 For sure! Right back at ya! 😉
Glad that you have enjoyed your stay in Singapore!
Hope to see you soon.
Coming from a Singaporean.
He ain’t lying!! I love Singapore!
Oh so true in regards to chinese being more of an indoor type of people 😂😂😂 most of us i dare say... we are just shy...love your channel 🥰🥰🥰
Hello Micheal! Miss your Jamaican food so much at Simpang Bedok, please bring it back
It's so nice to hear a black person from London for a change! God bless you, Mike!
Nice guy. Cool interview
About time to start calling this channel The Black Experience Asia.
How would u react if we came up with a channel called the hispanic or white experience in asia? I'd bet u would get every black person saying that's racist..smdh
Nelson Luke how and why would anyone call that racist. It’s like you’re just shit posting for the hell of it. Every race/culture is gonna have a different experience everywhere, even in their home country. Why are you even looking at these videos?
@@expatatlarge5286 hispanic isn't a race lol and its not racist. they're saying change it from Japan because they interview outside of Japan
@@expatatlarge5286 literally no black person would care.
@@ljturnbow that's because blacks only like things that are focused to their swag. Most other races are interested is learning about other cultures and living.
love from singapore!!
Yes DIY industry is small here but there are comprehensive stores if you know where to look. Located in industrial areas.
He's living my dream.
Mine as well.
🕯💃🏖🦁black people in UK of his generation are usually from Jamaica/ Caribbean or Africa ...📚
Children from the Empire
Erm that’s pretty much where all black people are from in general
Mostly descendants of slaves here in america.
Fucked up.
supreme1 that’s right and also a lot are descendants of native Americans.
The last time I checked, Jamaica is in the Caribbean
@7:48 as a brother from south africa.i know that feeling. i been to Singapore 2018 n wow i have never felt such freedom wow..as a black african too ..bruv i was free n it was peaceful
I was stationed in Japan and one of our favorite vote of port visits was Singapore.The meet up was at 4 floors
Aha!
Moving to Singapore and this was probably the most refreshing take on life there I have heard! Great outlook on life and great advice. Made me feel very good about my decision to move! Thanks a bunch!!
Hope all is well with you here in Singapore. Take care and stay safe in this coronavirus circuit breaker time.
Stumbled onto your channel, this is fantastic content!! Luv this gentleman's laughter.. it is true there is little racism here thanks to LKY's foresight and vision for our tropical "disneyland". We locals are pretty tolerant and personally i dont think i will swap my homeland for another.
good to hear this
When we tell our own stories we show each other how worldly and versatile we are.
It’s a pity he had to close the Jamaican restaurant because I would certainly visit with my Chinese coworkers. I’ve only seen Positive videos about Singapore, awesome 😎 👏
On the commentary about how most Chinese neighbors may seem less friendly/chatty - just wanted to say that it's a pretty funny and sort of true observation. Don't take it personally. I'm a Singaporean of Chinese ethnicity, I think majority of the neighbors staying on the same level/floor of my HDB building are Chinese as well. But after staying here for 3 - 4 years, I still don't know the names of any of my neighbors. In my previous HDB home, my neighbour was a Malay family and we were neighbors for over 10 years, my parents and the neighbors were on first name basis and quite chatty with each other. It's nothing to do with racism, but sometimes people are just generally more reserved or rushing for work/school every time they step out of their homes.
It would be good to hear the question..
Love Singapore!
Oh gosh you're tempting me to visit . Michael you're missing nothing in the UK, it's madness here 😢. Like the sound of the peacefulness there, it's so mentally draining this side of the world.
there are many DIY shops here just not big big chains. there are some chain stores like "self-fix" but they are not massive like home depot. mostly DIY shops are mom&pop hardware shops dotted all around in the heartlands of the island.
Enable to your Jamaica food. Happy to hear you blend well into the community
thank you for this interview and all the other amazing interviews. these interviews have been giving me really awesome insight on the black experience in asian countries. i want to one day travel Asia and this has helped me. you always see those "being black in so so" and they only talk about dating or food and never really go in depth on day to day life as a black person living in a foreign/asian country. keep up the good work!
You'll may be pleasantly disappointed. Colour talk is just not part of the culture here.
Way to go Singapore!
Thank you for promoting Singapore. Its good country for retirement, safe and multicultural society comfortable to live in.
Disneyland for adults is just great.
Shocked when people behave civil.