I’m okay’ music video launches in Dundalk to mark World Autism Acceptance Month

A powerful new song and music video, "I'm Okay", is being released this April to coincide with World Autism Acceptance Month — offering a rare and moving perspective on what it feels like to be a child living with autism, told through the child's own voice.

Written by Dundalk music teacher Pamela Campbell and produced by acclaimed composer and producer John Walsh, the song is performed by The A-Listers, featuring local vocalist Zara Woods, John Praise Ogobamidele, and the Dublin Gospel Choir.

The accompanying music video — directed by award-winning film director Des Mullan and produced by Rubberduck Productions — features children, teenagers, and young adults on the autism spectrum from the Dundalk area, set against the backdrop of their hometown. The overriding message of the video and the song is one of awareness and inclusion.

The song has been six years in the making. Pamela was inspired to write it after watching three non-verbal children with autism grow up on her street — quietly wondering what the world looked like through their eyes. Shortly after she wrote the song, one of those children, Daragh McNally, sadly passed away at the age of 11 following a short battle with cancer. "I'm Okay" is dedicated to his memory.

" I'm okay, I'm doing fine  

I just see this world through different eyes."

— from "I'm Okay" by Pamela Campbell

The song's message is simple but profound: children with autism are not broken, not lost, not in need of fixing. They are okay. They see the world differently — and that difference deserves to be understood, accepted, and celebrated. 

Pamela Campbell, Songwriter ‘I’m Okay’ said:

“Through its lyrics and melody, ‘I’m Okay’ reflects a different way of experiencing the world, capturing both the beauty and the challenges that can come with autism. My hope is that it encourages understanding and compassion, and reminds people that communication takes many forms. It is both a tribute to Daragh’s spirit and a call for greater acceptance of neurodiversity.”

The final chorus lifts into a fitting, moving tribute to Daragh: "On angel's wings you'll see me fly / I'm the brightest star in the night sky."

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Unlike many autism awareness campaigns, "I'm Okay" is not attached to a single charity or fundraising drive. Its purpose is to spark empathy, conversation and acceptance — reaching families, educators, communities and the wider public through the universal power of music and storytelling. Daragh's mother, Colleen McNally, is a passionate advocate for autism awareness and shares her family's journey with her community online.

"I'm Okay" will be available on Spotify and all major streaming platforms now. The music video launches tonight in De La Salle College Dundalk.