Intro: A shy black boy, you came into the city. To learn about life and how his people are living. He's very stubborn, he's just a child and now his life is mystified. Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). The colour of your skin is your pride and joy! Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). Your life is not destroyed. He didn't know the school but they called him "Black Boy". He hardly talked to the girls and boys. Don't be a fool just obey the rules 'cause then you'll learn the truth. Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). The colour of your skin is your pride and joy! Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). Your life is not destroyed. And one day you'll grow up to be a man, to learn and live and understand. Sticks and stones may break your bones but names will never hurt you. You'll be the one who's having fun so just keep learning on. Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). The colour of your skin is your pride and joy! Black boy (black boy), black boy (black boy). Your life is not destroyed.