Floyd's Lament
Floyd’s Lament
Why were you so harsh with me-
Because I am black?
Why were you harsh with me-
To impose your flak?
Why were you harsh and cruel
didn’t you hear me cry?
Why were you harsh I ask
You can’t hear me from the sky.
Does your shame not torment you
For the change you’ve caused
That vague false so true
Will you not answer or pause?
This deed has sparked a fire
In every heart humanly true
Like a contagious wildfire
Do you see any difference between me and you?
Copyright © Trevor Dsouza | Year Posted 2023
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