Trying To Talk
what can i say
what can i do
is there any other way
for me to get through to you
are you listening to me
are you taking in my words
is this really meant to be
am i really supposed to be heard
is my talent really as good
as i suspect that it is
i would put my pen down if i could
but God said that this talent is His
this is the only blessing
that was given to me at birth
so there is no use in messing
with destiny for what it's worth
but i struggle everyday
just to breathe, think, and love
i am confused in every way
pressured from beneath and from above
i just want the success
that my heart and mind predicted
i am tired of trying to suppress
the pain that leaves me conflicted
i just want to speak the truth
i just want to inspire people to read
i just want to rescue the youth
and give them the guidance that they need
i just want to tell the ladies
exactly how beautiful they are
and i know that this sounds crazy
but they appear to me like stars
they guide me when i write
when i am adrift in open sea
they illuminate my sight
even when darkness surrounds me
so i just want to give them praise
because their praise is well deserved
so i just want to raise
their spirits with these words
so if you can here me
then please let me know
that my words came through clearly
and moved you with the flow.
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