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The Beat Carries On
Will I succumb to dark thoughts of silencing my drum?
Pulling the trigger with the finger next to the thumb?
Instead of eclipsing the Sun, I still run the race
Feeling fatigued & weak; starting to slow my pace
Face not showing a trace of contemplating this
Displaying a raised fist while not wanting to exist
The pulpit doesn't do shit for my spirit anymore
Deciphering truth from spoof's an exhausting chore
Choosing to ignore admonishment & chastisement
Refusing the breeding or spoon feeding of their testament
Making an investment in free thought instead of staying caught
In taut nets with the rest whose faith has been bought
Who've sought out beliefs to help diminish their grief
As a man, I truly understand that pain isn't brief
Even a leaf seeks relief from brutalities of the cold
You'll do you, I'll do me, as we refuse to fold
Pulling the trigger with the finger next to the thumb?
Instead of eclipsing the Sun, I still run the race
Feeling fatigued & weak; starting to slow my pace
Face not showing a trace of contemplating this
Displaying a raised fist while not wanting to exist
The pulpit doesn't do shit for my spirit anymore
Deciphering truth from spoof's an exhausting chore
Choosing to ignore admonishment & chastisement
Refusing the breeding or spoon feeding of their testament
Making an investment in free thought instead of staying caught
In taut nets with the rest whose faith has been bought
Who've sought out beliefs to help diminish their grief
As a man, I truly understand that pain isn't brief
Even a leaf seeks relief from brutalities of the cold
You'll do you, I'll do me, as we refuse to fold
Published 12th Aug 2020
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12th Aug 2020 5:55am
12th Aug 2020 10:04am
12th Aug 2020 10:38am
I truly enjoyed this stimulating spill of knowledge and wisdom as you said the beat carriers on🤗🤛😎respect brother poet
12th Aug 2020 11:09am
12th Aug 2020 7:17pm
31st Aug 2020 8:22pm
I think as we get older and understand ourselves better we come to the topic of faith and how it works in the world. With everything that's going on right now it's really a test of our resolve to keep moving through this, not just fearing for our lives but for those around us.
Outstanding write sir.
Outstanding write sir.
3rd Sep 2020 9:11pm
Damn bro, I feel it and I feel you. Let your words be cure not just for you but for so many others who feel the same way. I truly believe those that wrestle the biggest demons end up speaking the most truth. You are shining a light the best you can and there is goodness in that. You are making a meaningful impact on those around you. Keep pounding that drum and take shelter in the ones you trust the most.
