Lady Labyrinth Poet Romanticism

The Blues Released

"The Blues Released"



Black velvet 
sits between 
what is read 
yet unseen
crushing sullen passion
across ripe crimson lips
holding tight those
dancing fingers 
seduced
gliding across 
the Player’s 
pristine alabaster 
piano keys

burning 
the bluest blue 

release

(LadyLabyrinth / 2020)





"Black Velvet" / Alannah Myles
https://youtu.be/ZHHEmd5mECY





“Pianos, unlike people, 
sing when you give them 
your every growl.
They know how to dive 
into the pit of your stomach 
and harmonize with your roars 
when you’ve split yourself open.

And when they see you, 
guts shining, brain pulsing, 
heart right there exposed 
in a rhythm that beats 
need need, 
need need, 
need need, 
pianos do not run. 
And so she plays.”




“When you play, never mind who listens to you.”
















LYRICS/ "Black Velvet", Alannah Myles
https://genius.com/Alannah-myles-black-velvet-lyrics

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Frederic Parker December 22, 2020 at 3:55 PM Not into piano music very much, guitars. violin, the saxophone is more my sound, but that's what makes the world interesting if everyone was drawn to the same sounds the world would be boring...Merry Christmas my interesting poet, may you and yours be filled with peace and happiness...A toast to you... Lady Labyrinth December 22, 2020 at 11:54 PM When it comes to the blues Parker, the sexier the better. You are spot on with your choice of instrument. ;) I am a mess of contradictions, for the music I chose to accompany this poem had very little piano/keyboard; the art of playing a musical instrument intimately "together" ... well, besides the obvious ... piano is the best. xx I know. Believe me. Merry Christmas to you and yours ... here's a little gift. Lady Labyrinth December 22, 2020 at 11:54 PM https://youtu.be/CRvCcKbN9AU Lady Labyrinth December 22, 2020 at 11:54 PM https://www.thomann.de/blog/en/5-reasons-piano-is-sexy/

Ts Poetry December 19, 2020 at 7:10 AM Woohoo... congratulations Modesty Lady Labyrinth December 19, 2020 at 10:46 AM Honestly, I don't know how I raked that one in....

L Milton Hankins December 18, 2020 at 8:46 PM Lovely work. Congrats on POTD! Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 10:50 PM Thank you L Milton Hankins. Such a famous sounding name. I shall away to read your poems/stories. And I shall comment in due course. Leanne.

Robert Lindley December 18, 2020 at 7:28 PM Congratulations on a very well deserved POTD my friend! You set a very high standard- one that inspires us to ever increase our dedication and search for betterment of our own poetic creations! Not only very high level poetry but also most unique and immensely inspiring! A definite fav.. God bless... Robert Lindley December 19, 2020 at 4:00 AM I agree with you my friend. Yet your better poems of which you speak do not tarnish the glow, depths and inspiring levels this gem displays. To me such creativity, style, flair, depths and beauty are constant standards in all of your poetry! And tis true so very few in this life can maintain that level as you have now. These are my sincere thoughts. Your poems do so greatly inspire me. God bless. Wishing A Very Merry Christmas To You And Yours ... Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 10:46 PM Lindley, I have written so much better than this. Both you and I know it. lol....it is astounding, I even won POTD for this bit of froth. Hey, but I'm grateful for any scrap of accolade thrown, lol. I trust all progressing well on the homefront with your beautiful and brave wife and your clever and brave son. You are so much better than I, in this instance. Your writing is the likes of the true laureates. As always, your friend, keep writing to us and stay strong on the home front. Leanne.x

Akkina Downing December 18, 2020 at 11:34 AM Very lovely, and congratulations on POTD :) Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:20 PM Thank you Ms Hibiscus Downing. x

Heidi Sands December 18, 2020 at 11:14 AM Oh, I love this. I play piano and haven't been playing lately. Congratulations for excellent POTD! :) Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:21 PM Lovely. Here is a little gift for you. Thank you Heidi Sands. https://musescore.com/hmscomp/scores/196941

Heidi Sands December 18, 2020 at 11:14 AM A FAV for me :) Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:22 PM https://youtu.be/oN-cXUu42mg

Eve Roper December 18, 2020 at 9:46 AM very good, LadyLabyrinth, love the words. Congratulations on POTD. Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:23 PM Thank you Madame Roper. xx

Paula Goldsmith December 18, 2020 at 8:05 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. You are so creative. Love your line, "what is read yet unseen." So True. You also have, “When you play, never mind who listens to you.” That is the problem. Most will not let their creative flow. Enjoy your win with Blessings................... Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:23 PM Some might say positively delusional. You are correct on all fronts. Most important mantra that one when living life and/or creating "When you play, never mind who listens to you". Thank you Fraulein Goldsmith. xx

Sarah Kettle December 18, 2020 at 8:01 AM It wasn’t too long ago that I looked up the meaning behind Black Velvet by Alannah Myles,,,.Elvis of course! Congratulations on Poem of the day! I really like the shape Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:25 PM I thought it had something to do with the pint of black Guinness I was using for the Christmas pudding. Perhaps more like my protagonist is wearing a slinky backless number in soft crushed black velvet, sitting precariously where she shouldn't be sitting, but must continue to play and more than likely, she has had a few sips too many of the Guinness. Thank you. xx

Constance La France December 18, 2020 at 7:42 AM Lady, congratulations on receiving POTD with your beautiful write _Constance Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:33 PM merci beaucoup mademoiselle constance la france. x

Alexis Y. December 18, 2020 at 5:05 AM Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis Lady Labyrinth December 18, 2020 at 2:37 PM Thank you Ms Why. x Have been reading your poems. Especially like the one titled "Life's Mysteries". https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/lifes_mysteries_1310850

Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 3:08 PM I am NOT a Polar Bear. Regards, Circe....athough, I do have a thing for Polar Bears. Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 3:14 PM http://www.the-north-pole.com/carols/santacome.html Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 3:08 PM Is Circe good or bad? In conclusion, Circe isn't a villain nor a hero, but rather human. She is a free spirit and walks to the beat of her own drum. She has a strong personality and makes her own decisions, whether they are right or wrong...

Ts Poetry December 17, 2020 at 1:45 PM The blues bring out the best from within the worst T Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 3:05 PM This written between making the decision to rum balls bomb alaska or to trifle. I'm thinking blue flames are bringin' out the best. Maybe to rum balls. Christmas cheer and all that ... the Secret Santa.

Vernon Witmer December 17, 2020 at 8:22 AM smooth, erotic, flowing and beautiful. Your words caress, undress, and bless. I am so enthralled with your writing. Marked as fav. Mikey. Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 3:04 PM Thank you Christmas Witmer. I do have my moments every now and again; sure beats bleeding all over those nice piano keys. I'm making a list and checking it twice, gonna find out who's naughty or nice. Yultide blessed bees. Ms Claws.

Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 8:00 AM https://youtu.be/PAQ4Ebii_pQ

Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 7:09 AM ;). Trouble. Merry Christmas and a thoroughly (we live in small and large anticipations) - happy new year. Lady Labyrinth December 17, 2020 at 7:09 AM https://youtu.be/PKOjgeMIhdc