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Wam Bam Thank You Slam

I know I'm not the only one that thought WTF? That's right WHY THIS FAIL Cause right now I'm turning on my light bulb and tipping this pail Now from what I understand slam was using your voice grabbing a microphone and talking a choice Taking a stand against the man you could the feel the shake inside the palm of your hand but don't mistake me decisions were made but I just don't agree Like a liberation was made and no one had the key did you see any slaves? No one needed any pity Now I feel some of us how to get down right gritty Another thing I knew is slam is on the spot busting a rhyme don't take your time or your sweat would roll down and your face would be hot Don't underestimate me The words written on a page is classed poetry But If you can't gauge out your mouth How else would this type of form be placed out? Like a medication was given without a prescription I didn't see any patients Who had this jurisdiction? I thought a voice was a freedom and a hand could use a pen Tossing back points so they could just redeem them and this is how all the colors blend I thought poetry was a feeling or a thought one heard maybe riddle so others could get the words but I know all places have rules And I will abide but I already know I am the justified!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 7/23/2010 8:20:00 PM
Amazing poem!!!! I am blown away by your diverse word choice. I love slams and am grateful to be able to read such a well penned poem. Also, thanks for your kind words on my poem. Wish you the best, Matt
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Date: 7/22/2010 1:52:00 PM
good one Jessica,, wow!! i thought you did not enjoy the slams,,,lol,,well glad not every one is against me... or it,,hey i am leaving you some soup maill,, loved youe poem,..p.d.
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Date: 7/22/2010 9:14:00 AM
I do not pretend to understand slam, especially when it is not listed in the form of poetry section to explain. This is a good rhyme regarding it...as you make it sound so easy to read. Great write. Dan C ps. Thanks for your comments on my work.
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Date: 7/22/2010 1:38:00 AM
Hi Jessica :) I was totally surprised as well to find out that slam form has been removed...I think you made your point across here very well, and I enjoyed reading this too-- I totally agree with you about how poetry is about feeling-- I am no expert in slam but it comes across to me as something that is just spontaneous and free...glad that you voiced out your feelings here! keep on writing! -- nikko :)
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Date: 7/21/2010 11:31:00 PM
i'm glad :P you smiling makes me smile <3 i agree completely with slam being a legit form... any form should be accepted as long as it is poetic. it hasnt ever been about form though... its about emotion and feelings of the words. glad you enjoyed it hope you continue to in the future as well. good day <3
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Date: 7/21/2010 9:42:00 PM
Hey, Jessica. I don't know much about slam. I barely just learned it's done only in the streets and rarely written down. I think you have every right to slam. It's good to have your own things you believe in. (just hope everyone obeys the rules so they can all stay) I feel bad about all the stuff going on here at Soup lately and I hope the community will stay strong and treat each other with respect. LUv, Andrea/ ps. I enjoyed reading this.
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