John Posey Poet Rhyme

A Song Unsung

A song unsung is not a song
Until the music plays.
And the verse meant to come alive
Is just a meaningless phrase.

But there is no song without the words
That give meaning to it all
And to separate the two will bring
Nothing you’ll recall

But if the two are blended
In a very special way
Something magic happens
That you don’t see every day.

You’ll find rhythm in the music,
And a rhyme for all the words
And if you listen closely
Angels can be heard.

To put it all together
May seem a mighty chore
For what you’re really looking for
No one’s heard before.

The words may come from wisdom
Or from deep within your heart
And the chord that brings these words to life
Requires a very special art

Then, when you think it’s finished,
And all the work is done
Just give it one more edit
And then enjoy the fun.

Written by John Posey
04/02/13

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Jannie Breedt April 2, 2017 at 6:41 AM Hi John I am so happy to discover you. You are such an a xomplished poet and i noticed your favorite topic are battles in history. I enjoyed this one . Will see some others. Greetings

Joseph May August 25, 2013 at 4:11 PM Spoken like a true song write John... best wishes John Posey August 26, 2013 at 11:48 AM Thanks, Joseph. I enjoyed writing this one.... Jake

Sara Kendrick July 18, 2013 at 9:03 AM Enjoyed reading your very special work about the joy of writing...Thanks for the visit to my work...The work in the fields my parents did their share when they were growing up I was spared that kind of work mostly when I was growing up.I did some just gathering when I was a child..I have done some farm work and gardening since I married but am not able to do that now..Sara John Posey July 18, 2013 at 1:09 PM Thanks, Sara. I really enjoyed your visit. I am much impressed with your work.... Jake

Shadow Hamilton May 21, 2013 at 7:11 PM vey thought provoking poem full of wisdom well penned John Posey May 21, 2013 at 8:51 PM Thank you, Linda... I appreciate your visit.... Jake

Andrea Dietrich May 17, 2013 at 9:29 AM hey this is so cool, John. It kind of goes along with my own poem on magic guitarist. HOw music plus great song voice and lyrics is like magic! Well done, sir!!

Timothy Hicks April 15, 2013 at 3:20 AM This is something I've never been able to do... put music to words (or vica-versa). There is magic in it, yes, but there's also that other magic that happens when music plays WITHOUT words. How music can communicate without the need for speaking... both are not to be underestimated. Enjoyable read! John Posey April 15, 2013 at 3:31 AM You are wise in your evaluation. Even wordless melodies become songs when joined with feelings in our hearts. They then become uniquely ours.... Thanks ..... Jake

Jayne Eggins April 13, 2013 at 4:50 AM Wonderful rhythm and rhyme I was draw into the story with ease thank you for sharing Hugs Jayne x

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl April 5, 2013 at 6:47 AM oh I like this Jake and that last stanza is wonderful xx John Posey April 5, 2013 at 5:38 PM Mandy dearest, thanks for the encouraging visit..... Hugs to ya...... Jake

Gwen Benita Mason Gibbs April 4, 2013 at 4:24 PM Awesome poem John, you never cease to amaze me. You are definitely one of my Favorites. John Posey April 4, 2013 at 6:43 PM Thank you, Gwen, I appreciate your visit.... Jake

Roy Jerden April 3, 2013 at 2:46 PM What Duke said... (Just kidding, Jake). A fantastic poem, and Duke did pretty much say it all. Cheers, Roy

Duke Beaufort April 2, 2013 at 8:04 PM John. This is beautiful. A really wonderful statement on the creative process. I don't get many people reading old work posted a while back. You are always welcome. I will try to read more of your work when I have a chance since it is such a pleasure.

Anne-Lise Andresen April 2, 2013 at 11:37 AM - Find the rhythm ..... Sing (this beautiful poem) ..... Sing for joy..... - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)