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I posted this one awhile back. I was inspired by a few poets here. It's my attempt at poetry slam. It's all in good fun. Enjoy:-) Alexis

Social Climber

So you call yourself a rhymer,
you’re nothing but a social climber. 
I got better rhymes than you in my sleep.
If you come my way accept your defeat.
I will challenge any male or female.
You're wearing the title belt now,
but look at your opponents. 
Step up to me and I will knock you out,
haven't you heard about me I got clout.


I got verses and rhymes that will make your head spin,
step in the ring with me, I know for a fact that I'll win.
I ain't what you call no chump,
you’ll fall on your rump.


Listen up you brag to much,
and I got the Midas touch.
I’m the modern day Shakespeare, 
someone that you just fear. 

I pack a mean punch,
I’ll send you out to lunch.
Just call me Laila Ali
“I be stinging”
And zzzz’s is what you’ll
be singing.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Flaherty Avatar
July 5, 2018 at 6:28 PM
Love a Slam And I see with this you can slam. Step into the ring with Shakespeare if you dare
Man Avatar
June 12, 2018 at 10:06 PM
Cute stuff, Alexis.. well done!
Bateman Avatar
June 3, 2018 at 4:19 AM
Hello Dear Alexis, I shall be sure not to step in the ring with you on rhyme -- LOL!! Very much fun to read, and very enjoyable too!! Remember to "float like a butterfly" . . . and you know the rest!! Best Wishes, Gary
Devonshire Avatar
May 29, 2018 at 5:34 PM
You succeeded in your goal, Alexis. Rap-type rhyme doesn't come easily to some of us, but you have a talent for it. Lets loose some anger too, doesn't it? Enjoyed!
Manassian Avatar
May 29, 2018 at 3:30 PM
You go, girl! Loved this piece. You do slam proud! :) Hugs
Allison Avatar
May 29, 2018 at 2:46 PM
Your lines pack a punch and your poem is a KNOCKOUT in so many ways Alexis:-)hugs Jan xx
Neels Avatar
May 29, 2018 at 12:33 PM
I so much enjoyes this Alexis ;) thank you for the smiles today! Also for checking in on my side. Hope you are doing well ;)
Dietrich Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 4:56 PM
this is so much fun. I think I will fave it!!!
Roper Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 3:37 PM
this does sound like a rap... good one, Alexis Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 8:20 AM
I enjoyed reading this one again. Well done.
Hoffman Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 7:46 AM
Lol, I love how you wove some humor into this witty slam poem Alexis...love the whole poem but especially the last stanza with the reference to being like Mohammed Ali stinging like a bee!~Che :)
Gondolf Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 7:38 AM
I think it should be a tag team match because I want you on my side. Love the last stanza. All the best. John
J.T. Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 7:50 PM
Smiles :) -JT
Callus Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 3:49 PM
Wow! You sure packed a steady punch in this slam, Alexis. I enjoyed reading this as much as you must have enjoyed writing it! You are a worthy challenger on the poetic ring:) Regards // paul
One Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 9:55 AM
Stinging write, nice to see you floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee....
Onclaud Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 7:22 AM
alexis...surely, this packs a wallop; enjoyed those gritty lines!... huggs
Pandit Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 6:56 AM
I enjoyed reading this poem..a fun read.. a talented writer you are Alexis.
Cunningham Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 6:54 AM
Haha, that's told em Alexis. Great write. The moral is, don't mess with Alexis.
Trifiatis Avatar
May 27, 2018 at 5:10 AM
That's the personification of fighting spirit dearest , Alexis! Show them who you are LOL! Excellent!
May Avatar
May 26, 2018 at 9:56 PM
Lol..Very nice slam Alexis...best wishes
Ashley Avatar
May 26, 2018 at 8:25 PM
Lol! Your last stanza just knocked me out, Alexis! 'I pack a mean punch, I'll send you out to lunch. Just call me Laila Ali "I be stinging" And zzzz's is what you'll be singing' - I be lovin this!! An excellent slam poem from the first round to the knock out punch! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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