Black History Poems - Poems about Black History

'Just get over it' No we still haven't received reparations And they are long overdue Why would we get over it When you prance around wearing bags made of our skin Sitting your privileged self's on chairs oh so familiar The fabric - our skin But you'll never know You'll never care Because of your ignorance Because what you...

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FOR ALL THAT IT’S WORTH – BY HAMID SINCLAIR In God… we find the godless. So-called transformers of faith— Neo-Decepticons, New Age ravers, Ravenous sheep… in wolf’s clothing. Hapless victims—bitten by the serpent. They entered humanity’s paradise… and robbed him. No—her. Wait… is it her/him? Everyone catching the vapors of...

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Trapped within the soil Told stories filled with turmoil Carrying the weight of black history But it honours their memory By always remembering By never forgetting Soaked by the tears of the enslaved Waiting, hoping, praying to be saved The ground an unknowing witness To them being worked to death But in awe of their perseverance Throughout the...

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We live in such a diverse, multicultural world Yet I have to ask why Black History isn't taught What is it about the black culture that mankind Refuse to educate, elaborate, reveal, and expose Black history is like taboo, no one wants to speak or preach I often wonder what the men of old said about the first men...

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History clearly reveals that Black slaves ENDURED the worst of their real life NIGHTMARES. There is also the sense that their hearts ASURED them that their future and that Of their descendants held their Best DREAMES....

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If slavery was a choice, as some have agreed, then what are we? If watching your father and mother endure rape or murder was a choice, Then why do we sit on idle hands, while Trump eradicates our posterity’s opportunities, As if they were written in sand? If not being able to read was a choice, Then why do you...

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Black History is Our history Black History is American history Black History is World history Black History is The history Black History IS History Although it is celebrated in February, Black history is not just a month, it is every day history. Black History is a reflection of the segregation and discrimination and the sacrifices...

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IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH: 2025 1 Once again, it’s Black History Month; a time to celebrate And commemorate Blacks and those many organizations Which have, in so many ways, affected change in America And the world at large, in building true democratic societies:- Yes, it’s Black History...

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IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH: 2025 1 Once again, it’s Black History Month; a time to celebrate And commemorate Blacks and those many organizations Which have, in so many ways, affected change in America And the world at large, in building true democratic societies:- Yes, it’s Black History...

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400 years Today Although my feet has bared the mercy of my body I used the stars ? to guide me I am no longer present in this moment For I am not a slave I am not a bastard Oppressed and marginalized I shall not bare the thought of my offsprings For what...

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Written By: D. Collins 2/26/24 When I hear "a country of immigrants" I wince in pain. Because one ethnic group traveled here in chains. They didn't walk across the border seeking a better life. They were snatched from bed, men, children, and wives. Once they got to America they were sold off like beef. A father to North Carolina, wife...

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Eight years ago, I was inspired by Black History Month to write these few lines as my contribution. The longings and aspirations of any people demand that the primary focus be prayer. So, in commemoration of Black History Month 2024, again, I offer this prayer: Dear God: May this generation of Black Americans never lose the knowledge of OUR Father God. May WE...

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Written By: D. Collins 2/15/24 To me, red, black, and green means..... Black blood embedded all over the earth. There has never been any who have actually seen. Being used as a tool with free, yeoman's work. I put this to paper just in case people forgot. I've been around a while, and have seen a lot. So, I'm qualified to...

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Born and Created Legacy guided Inspired from Destined to Everywhere Story my own Mentors who taught me Knowledge Victorious enriches me Accomplishments gained Intriguing legacy voices Never forget Believing you always can Challenge yourself into win Black History a mission to always try Even through the cries One’s self Always be yourself and nobody else Black History is Always will be Educational and Sensational Learn from the best Wisdom is my test Press on and enrich...

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My jubilant latent, nascent poetic tribute to black history month Which acknowledgement ought to be year round, similar to altruistic, humanistic, and philanthropic unconditional acceptance and respect crafted with the following words mostly written January 23rd, 2023, cuz I, (a sexagenarian married Caucasian male) get goosebumps when learning about individuals, (whose skin color spans the color spectrum) contributed invaluable positive deeds (not necessarily done dirt...

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