THE POET'S POSITION
Don't mistake my works for love poems or words of sorrow
Make no assumptions that I'm making promises of tomorrow
Don't listen to the line of grapes rumoring that what I wrote was drama
Stay in anticipation of the message because it ain't about mama
Assume not that you must read between the lines
You may turn the wrong direction if you read the wrong signs
I find it unnecessary to paint with words of heartache
You won't see me jot down the names of who's made my heart break
Never am I inclined to share thoughts of feeling suicidal
You won't hear me speak of my fallen heroes or current idol
I won't share my horrors or nightmares or dreams
Because even in the real world nothing is what it seems
I won't speak of my heritage or the land I call home
Or my candy apple Cadi pimped out with chrome
This artist doesn't speak on political views or oppression
Nor does this creator compose lines of angst or aggression
There will be no production of meadows, butterflies, or scenic views
You won't catch me confessing love to my muse
But expect this….
When I write I promise to fuse
Whatever the terminology I use
To express what in my mind stews
My intent is not to enlighten or confuse
Nor is it to discourage or enthuse
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