Rhapsody

Enlightened minds break down synthetic barriers.   They carry burden with pride Often, with no soldiers on their side Just pretenders and defenders of the same bullshit that they have done their whole lives   But regardless of the wake up and rise up.   When you’re standing in the dungeon, simply climb up When … Continue reading Rhapsody

Enough

Told by society’s eyes That I am to be marginalized. And then criticized. But I revoke your proclamation of greed and deceit. I have spent years debating the Race. Filling empty space With tone deaf sentimentBuilt up resentment. Incomplete stories And wicked images.Until I soon realized that I am already enough. In my mind, The story … Continue reading Enough

Better Tomorrow

I am indeed American.  Distant and destructive.   I AM, the man who once bore the pain from the proof of the swords that slashed the innocent souls.  Deemed honorable and desolate, I hold my ground, like a massive painting leaning against the wall.  On the wall of justice, wrestling with those teeth clinching moments of … Continue reading Better Tomorrow

Verses: Knocking off the Nerves

Whenever I feel the heavy burdens of life I reach out to a hip-hop verse that I know pretty well.  It gives me a familiar feeling and I feel powerful because I know the verse so well. Quick tip:  As I sat in the car waiting to interview for my current librarian position, I listened … Continue reading Verses: Knocking off the Nerves

For My People by Margaret Walker Alexander

By far, one of my favorite poets and poems of all time.  I had the honor of walking the campus of Jackson State University when she was there, marching in the Sonic Boom of the South with her grandson, and serving her dinner as a waiter at Red Lobster!  Hope this touches you as well... … Continue reading For My People by Margaret Walker Alexander