The Robbery

Africa! Africa! Such a beautiful word to thy ear You speak of great wealth In your land’s enrichment And of your knowledge. Africa! Africa! I’m sorry for what happened to you All of the hurt and pain you went through. The struggle of a black man Shipped to another man’s land Cursed and beaten For the joy of the uncolored. Tears dripped Blood shed. Please! Do forgive them For if we retaliate We are no better than them. Africa! Africa! You’ve spread your achievements Both far and wide Now people can see What greatness you behold Yet deeper than every eye to see. Africa! Africa! Can you hear that? It’s coming from the north And the east And of the west It’s your people And they are coming home Home to stay.