American Wonder is inspired by the underlying wonderment that I can do this inspite of all the challenges I have faced as an individual and artist trying to fulfill this one dream: "A dream to be heard."

I am so gracious to the "magic" of the American spirit that "anything is possible if one puts one's mind to it." So despite the "cursing and fussing" from those that say it cannot be done, well here is my answer.

"If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible...tonight is your answer."

- Barack Obama

American Wonder pays tribute to the pioneering spirit of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States of America.

Acknowledgements & Special Thanks:

To my beautiful wife Tetana Oguara, you are part of my American Wonder. Your love, loyalty, and support is immeasurable.

To my kids-the Oguara 4: Amadara, AJ, Amaye, and Amanda, thanks for your unconditional love and letting me work at home without disrupting my flow!

To my MIL-Carmelita Adkins: You are our Angel.

To my sister, Mieye Oguara: Thanks for your songs of inspiration and guidance.

To my sisters, Aseimiegha S. Alegbeleye and Christie K. Omamor: Thanks for reminding me to focus on what's truly my passion-my music, and that "delay is not defeat."

To my brother Telimoye Oguara and my sisters, Ayibaemi, Telitacuma, and Erefagha, you are all very much loved.

To all my friends, fans, and supporters, this one is also for you.

Dedicated to my parents Emily and Amadanyo Mathew-Turner Oguara.

Michael Jackson, "King Of Pop" passed away on this day. May his soul rest in peace. Cheers!.....................Amadanyo.

March 23, 2009 was both a sad and joyous day. The "Patriach" of the Oguara household in Nembe Nigeria passed away at a grand old age of 100yrs. The loss is treamendous, yet joyous in the sense of his "Longevity" and "Accomplishments."  So many children, grand children, and great grand children, and a fulfilment of his goal to live a 100yrs! "Songs Of Praise" to the "Great Man" who was not just a father, but a "Model Of Inpiration" to all of us whose lives he touched. His moment of passing was thus celebrated with nothing but "Songs Of Praise!" "May His Soul Rest In Peace." Amadanyo Mathew Oguara Sr. (1909-2009) Cheers!......................Amadanyo II

Today, Tuesday, January 20th- 2009, is "Barack Obama Inauguration Day!" Can we just say"President-Barack Obama?" Yes, we can! Welcome Mr. President. Cheers!...Amadanyo.

I woke up  early at 5:00am on Tues.Nov. 4th.2008 to cast my vote in the most "Historic Election" in US history. I woke up at "Dawn" on Wed.Nov. 5th to confirm what had happened the previous night. Dem-Senator Barack Obama(Illinois), an offspring of a Black Kenyan Man, and A White kansas Woman made history to become the 44th President Elect of the United States Of America! Defeated was Rep-Senator John Macain(Arizona). Thus for the first time in the history of United States, an African American becomes "President"..........I mean, "First Black President!"                                     The Nation celebrates, and the World celebrates "Obama-Dawn!" "Change" has really come to America. It is a change that will be felt the World over. Cheers!.......................Amadanyo.

The notion  that "All men are equal" is not true. Human equality is a myth. No two men or women are really equal socially, economocally, intellectually, or physically. Thus, human equality may be an ideal, but it is certainly not a fact. Social equality means "comparable respect, and responsibility for others," but men do not always show the same degree of respect and concern for their own neighbors. For example, a few years ago, a woman was attacked by a man in a large city. Thirty-seven of her neighbors witnessed the attack, but they did nothing to help the victim. They were all horified, but no one even called the Police. Finally, one stranger - A man walking by, saw her, and called the Police, but it was too late. The Woman died. That one stranger to me, had a stronger sense of social responsibility, and respect for human life than all the other witnesses had. In other words, he was their "Social Superior." Unfortunately, such a man does not always receive greater social respect. Thus, everything about inequality reminds me of the proverb that "All Fingers Are not Equal!"  Excerpt from Amadanyo's Journal....................................................Sept. 29th, 1983.

Hello Everyone!

"Stay Positive....Stay Positive....Stay positive....Stay Positive....Stay Positive....Stay Positive!" That's what I said! Cheers!..............................Amadanyo.

Conflict, war, adversity or aggressive confrontation to some specific extent, are words that possess a singular meaning. They are not the only solution to world problems. Conflict develop because of geographical barriers, cultural differences, excessive national pride, lack of communication, desire for economic power, and historical apathy. Each of these obstacles to world harmony can be overcomed by peaceful negotiations. Why then, if a man must scale a mountain in order to learn how another group of men live, he is not likely to make the necessary effort? For unless he mingles with men of another culture, he cannot understand their way of life. Unless he understands their way of life, he probably will not respect them. Unless he respects them, he will often judge them unfairly. No doubt, conflict results. Until men can communicate verbally, there can be no deep "Respect & Understanding" between them. Cheers! Extract: Sept.28th,1983-Amadanyo's Journal.

The feeling in mind is one of "Anticipation."  Off the bat at the start of this New Year are all the exciting plans. I cannot wait for all the good stuff to unfold. It's all coming together! Cheers!................................Amadanyo.

After facing a lot of tormoils these past few years, I just keep telling myself that "Everything Will Be  Alright."  Life lets you down, people betray you, the doors shut, you feel rejected, you fall, and you just have to pick yourself up, and say "Everything Will Be Alright!"  Sometimes, you only have to count on yourself for inspiration. Cheers!............................Amadanyo.

The year "2008" is here, and I would like to say "Happy New Year!" to all. Hope the new year brings out the best in all of us, with lot's of progress in the horizon. Most important, Love, peace, Good Health, and Happiness! Cheers! to you all!.................................................Amadanyo.

"Tis Da Season" to be "Merry," "Jolly" "Smiley" and "Happy!" Indeed, "Happy Holidays" to you all!

Cheers!.................................................Amadanyo.

It beats me, and I wonder what direction the human generation is heading to. Life and creation are themselves a great deal of mystries. "Puzzles" that hold so much doubts, and so far, are yet to be completely understood as regards their origins. As if this is not enough to ponder, I pause to question: "Is it life? Peace? or War?. No doubt, the aggressive nature of Man seems primely questionable. There are so much killings, war of nations, plots and assasinations, and just sheer violence going on in the world today. The issue of man against man is just uncomprehendable. Where do we go from here? Could peace the resolution for man to have a clear focus of his pathway to the future? Agreeably, life is very important - A good reason for living, but still, a sizeable scale of violence is resorted to acclaim peace, and the very life which many seek to live for is destroyed. At this point,  it seems the future of Man hinges on a "hazy, broad, and endless horizon that one can not fortell. What lurks ahead is thus the question. One great "Puzzle!" One can only speculate!   (Adaptation from Amadanyo Journal Entry, September 26th, 1983.)

"Progress" is the "Increamental Steps" towards results; "An evolution of efforts culmunating to an outcome." "A realistic view of a starting point in upward stages to a finish." Well, need I say more? These are my definitions. "Progress indeed is being made, and it is really "Music To My Hears!" Cheers!..........................Amadanyo.

"Definition"  is an elemental part that describes something or a person, and essentially makes up what something or a person is. What is your "Definition?"  For all the elements that make you up, you are what you are, though we are all prone to some modifications. Cheers!..........Amadanyo.