Brenda Chiri Poet Rhyme

Hustle And Heart

I’m out here where the shadows mix with street lights
grit thick in my veins, dreams burnin’ through the nights
Ain’t no silver spoons, just scars and some fights
built from the dirt up, took off on my own flights

They said, “Too loud, too wild,” but I’m just that storm
breakin’ through clouds, shatterin’ the norm
Every fall’s a lesson, not broken but down 
wearin’ my scars like a queen owns her crown

This rebels got soul I ain’t here to chill
writing my story on my own damn will

8/10/25  


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Gordon Mcconnell September 4, 2025 at 2:13 PM Fine writing Brenda, so good to read your pen once again, blessings,Gordon Brenda Chiri September 5, 2025 at 11:29 AM Gordon thank you! I’m glad im back too!:)

Victor Buhagiar August 14, 2025 at 4:27 PM Reminds me of a song by Ford called Sixteen Tons. Loved your poem. All muscle and bones :) Best for a win. Brenda Chiri August 16, 2025 at 3:23 PM Why thank you Victor it’s a pleasure having you read! ;)

John Fleming August 13, 2025 at 8:58 AM There is that gritty defiance again...makes for some of your best writing, Brenda Lee. :) john Brenda Chiri August 16, 2025 at 3:20 PM lol thx John hope u have a wonderful weekend!;)

Victor Buhagiar August 10, 2025 at 12:11 PM A lovely brilliant poem. That's the type of verse we wish to see more of. Brenda Chiri August 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM Victor well my friend I am back to stay so you will see many more with my rebel type flair! Thank you my friend!;)

Rowena Velasco August 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM Love the energy in this! Feels real and strong—like you’re owning every step of the grind. Keep that fire burning! Brenda Chiri August 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM Rowena your comments make me smile thank you so much!:)

Lewis Nyaga August 10, 2025 at 11:58 AM Vivid and dramatic loved every bit of it.. Brenda.. ;) Well Penned Brenda Chiri August 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM Lewis thank you! Appreciate the read!:)