You Can Call Me Death

I am called by many names
Surely you have heard my claim to fame

Crank, ice, crystal and meth
But you can just call me death

For I will destroy you one by one
Moms, dads, daughters, and sons

I will suck the very soul from your being
But still you stay without fleeing

The arrogance of man astounds me
For he thinks he can control thee

I am the one with the power
To tear down your ivory tower

No more joy will you know
Only downhill is where you’ll go

Your face will change to an ugly mess
No one will know you this I confess

I am not your friend nor do I care
But like a fool you are unaware

You beg me to take you on a ride
While I rot your very insides

Crank, Ice, crystal and meth 
But you can just call me death!

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Torres Avatar
May 2, 2014 at 7:05 AM
Erin, WOW!!! this is superb write.. very well written... and the subject... AwesoMe!!! You took me from the beginning 'til end!! ... your poem has a great impact to my life... Thanks for sharing,, :O()) I'm faving it!! ^__^ oxox
Soares-Anselmi Avatar
May 2, 2014 at 8:41 AM
Thank you so much. This poem is very personal for me as well. It was inspired from my youngest son struggle with meth. It warms my heart knowing this poem is something people can connect to and maybe could help others. God bless.
Nance Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 7:47 PM
Dr. Ram took my lines lol. Really truly an awesome write. I dig the perspective, seeing through the eyes of the drugs. good job on being featured!
Soares-Anselmi Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 9:26 PM
Thank so much
Mehta Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 5:33 AM
Awesome write, Congrats on your poem being featured this week, Erin
Soares-Anselmi Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 9:27 PM
Thank you I am glad you enjoyed it.
Pen Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 3:28 AM
Drugs = Death? Well put
Soares-Anselmi Avatar
April 28, 2014 at 9:28 PM
Thank you this poem was inspired by my son who is struggling with meth addiction.
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