A Life I Will

I will live my life my way Remain steadfast till my hair turn gray. I will remain adamant; Tell the girl I love how beautiful she is. I will walk the street Cleanse it of its filth. I will visit a neighbor Lend them a hand when they are in need. I will, Yes I will. Watching through my window sill, I will send you messages to heal And get to your door when you are ill. A life I will Learning to be the people’s man Telling the people yes we can, Having so much for our stomache’s fill. Tell the whirlwind to remain still Tell the tide to let the ocean be And tell the earth to remain calm We want none of its grumblings beneath our feet. No more will I be scared of you Or will I fall on bended knees- Begging you to let me be. I will walk straight in front of you Beat my chest, and call your bluff. I will wake to the crow of the cock Every moment with the thought of death. I will remain willful and wise Lending a hand to wipe the world of filth. Like the iroko tree I will remain strong Never resigning to the cruel hands of defeat.