Mike Hauser Poet Rhyme

The Song

You sit down to write the perfect song
To the tune that is lodged in your head
You just need the right words to go along
But most every thing has already been said

You could write about unrelenting love
Or a love that's no longer there
To tell the truth hasn't there been more than enough
And does true love really care

The lyrics have to be more than can be seen
Words that envelop all space and time
So your search dives deeper into the abyss
Trying to capture the perfect line

It doesn't have to be a song you can dance to
But one that still moves the heart
The rhythm of language will replace the hearts beat
That is at this moment where you find you are

You decide to walk down the road of life a little further
Hoping inspirational words fill your head soon
Knowing full well this song will explain what all life is for
Until then you'll continue whistling the tune...

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Anita Harris August 21, 2017 at 11:44 PM Keep whistling, keep writing, keep doing whatever you are doing--because it's great! Enjoyed this one!

Susan Ashley August 21, 2017 at 9:43 PM Hi Mike, a thought provoking write about the frustrations of the creative process. I loved how you expressed it. Awesome and totally enjoyed :)

Jannie Breedt August 19, 2017 at 12:53 AM Hi Mike, I can so identify. These days I also end up whistling a tune in tune with my footfall as I walk. Im so afraid that some steals it and I hear it on the radio. -paranoia!.you ought to record it and post it on Soup for us all to hear. Nicely written

Lena Emp July 23, 2017 at 1:21 PM Yes, sometimes we cannot get the right words and the right rhythm, but along the way we can find an inspiration from everyone. Great writings. God bless.

Cheryl Hoffman July 22, 2017 at 11:01 PM Very nice write Mike; I know the words will pop into your head sooner or later that will go along with the tune!~Che :)

Heidi Sands July 22, 2017 at 8:25 AM I like this one Mike. Something about the ending, and whistling the tune gave me the vision and the hearing of it too, all at once. Another favorite. Thanks for sharing :)