Before you think I've fallen into sin, writing a rap song, check out the lyrics and the motivation. It's a work in progress, and any additions you may have are welcome!
I wear my pants, Baggy cut
Flashin' my drawers and half my butt
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
If I try to run around
My pants make a puddle on the ground
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
I wear my pants tight as can be
Crotch right down to my knees
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
I think I'm cool, super fly
Plumber's crack in your eye
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
Skinny jeans, muffin top
Look just like a cake pop
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
Shaved my eyebrows, drew a line
Look amazed all the time
'Cause I'm a dumbo
Uh uh uh
I'm a dumbo
It has the children cracking up, maashaa Allah.
You see, I wanted to satirize pop culture fashion so the children could see the ridiculous side of it, not just think it was "cool." Just telling children that it isn't Islamic or something we shouldn't imitate may not change their viewpoint, but giving them a different perspective, something that will stick in their heads and make them laugh when they see an example of it, may well reach them more effectively. As part of my mothering strategies I come up with a lot of nutty stuff to give a different view of what's considered "in, hip, cool, etc." and success is only with Allah, Who knows best.
Subhaanak Allahumma wa bihamdik, laa illaaha illaa ant, astaghfiruka wa atoobu ilayk.