Give Me a Crown, Not a Trophy!

Modesty is for the one not seeking more, I came crashing like a wave to rage my battle over the undeserving one; I declared my right and proclaimed it on stage.. Give a crown, not a trophy... I struggled through years of obstinacies, while others celebrated their life with garb: nothing was given to me, I earned every degree; when courage was scarce, I clinged to myself, hoping that a better day would come! Riches can make an individual's life free of needless pain, and from that inheritance I never received a dime: my careless dad squandered it on a wicked woman, whose lust for pleasure was as lurid as her mind; and my quest for a brighter tomorrow remained silent, but this inner voice was there...to guide my step! Give a crown, not a trophy... I outran everyone tripping and falling, and my stamina got me to the finishing line; my sweat felt like warm rain and its raindrops seemed the jewels on that crown that I had dreamt of winning! Give a crown, not a trophy; and do I ask much for this formidable try? Wealth keeps many from being famous, it may be rooted in laziness, or a life-style of comfort: I have neither felt it nor enjoyed it...or even come close; it isn't given without a cost...it must be earned without haste, and if it is a crown you are after, put away all your stubbornness and dare!