by Sabine Cindy Jobin, born in Haiti, adopted to Quebec, Canada
I chose minimalist instrumentation, mainly acoustic piano, because truth is often found in simplicity. It is a soft and sad song that invites introspection, carried by my voice to offer a feeling of comfort.
The sadness of the melody reflects the long and sometimes painful path of searching, but the warmth of the voice is there to embody the hope and resilience that drive us, preventing us from giving up.
I wanted the music to reflect the intimacy of this quest. The acoustic piano and the softness of my voice contrasts with the difficulty of the subject, offering a moment of comfort and recognition. This song is a message of hope and resilience for the millions of individuals, young and old, who are searching for their origins or their loved ones.
The single ‘Crier Ton Nom’ was made available on all streaming and download platforms on 20 November 2025, International Children’s Day.
Crier ton nom / Crying out your name
The sky cries on my pillow
Her absence has broken me
Her smile fell in May
Hey, the plane took off
And another smile was created
BUT in another home
Unexpected sadness,
heartbroken, uprooted
Warm me when I’m cold
These memories of you
Your fingers weave invisible dreams
Your DNA is woven into me
I shouted your name! I shouted your name!
But you can’t hear me
Maybe you’re not there anymore? Haaa
If that’s not the case, we’ll see each other again
When the day comes, and that day will come
You’ll be proud of me
And when I think of you
Do you think of me
(The mother singing)
Two families, distant but united
In a life deconstructed
Deconstructed, I don’t know who I am
I negotiated with life
Tomorrow will be easier than today
It’s Mom who’s telling you this,
oh yes, I miss you so much in my life
In our hearts, a melody
In our story, dreams unfold
The stars shine, a treasure, at the same time
Our love never, ever sleeps
A love stronger than the cold
I shouted your name! I shouted your name!
But you can’t hear me
Maybe you’re no longer here?
If that’s not the case, we’ll see each other again
When the day comes, and that day will come
You’ll be proud of me
And when I think of you
Do you think of me
Sabine: A Voice Born of Quest
Sabine is a multidisciplinary artist from Quebec whose roots extend to Haiti. Her story, marked by her personal journey to find her biological family and her active advocacy for the rights of adopted people, is the driving force behind her creative work. ‘Crier Ton Nom’ is an artistic and activist commitment that stands as a symbol of hope in the face of these complex realities, which are rarely highlighted in popular song.
Musical Style and Voice
Singer-songwriter: Her musical approach is refined and poignant. Crier Ton Nom is an acoustic piano ballad that relies on pure emotion. Her soft and warm voice is the perfect vehicle to convey both the vulnerability associated with loss and the unwavering strength of resilience. She offers a modern style that puts the authenticity of the lyrics and emotion at the forefront.
Artistic Mission
With this first single, Sabine is committed to giving a voice of hope in the face of disappearances, abductions and complex adoptions involving separation and reunion, proving that art can enlighten and heal wounds by inspiring collective resilience.
Contact
Cindy Jobin
+33 418-905-3235
cindyjobin@outlook.fr
Resources
Intercountry adoptee musicians
From silence to self: an adoptee’s song
Music inspired by my Bolivian origins