I'm Still Here II
A Villanelle: Standing Strong Against Abuse
Introduction
A villanelle of standing strong against those who are abusive to us, I think this is a sort of analogy to what happened in the UK election on Thursday, July 4th which freed us from a bunch of cruel, mendacious, lying racist bullies,
The music is "Get Up, Stand Up" by Bob Marley
I'm Still Here II
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You Think You Destroyed Me, That's Not True
You Hurt So Many With Spite And Lies
I Am So Proud That I'm Not Like You
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You Spread Your Hateful, Vile Point Of View
Believed By Many Who Closed Their Eyes
You Think You Destroyed Me, That's Not True
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I Stand Strong With All The Ones That Knew
Of Your Mendacious Tales, Your Disguise
I Am So Proud That I'm Not Like You
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I Feel Strong And Good, And I Am Through
With All The Hateful Things You Devised
You Think You Destroyed Me, That's Not True
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Standing With My Friends, Our Skies Are Blue
Building A Future, That's No Surprise
I Am So Proud That I'm Not Like You
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We Are The Many, You Are The Few
Never Again Will We Be Unwise
You Think You Destroyed Me, That's Not True
I Am So Proud That I'm Not Like You
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Comments (10)
I just watched a documentary/youtube where a young black 23 year old beat the 'same old' for mayor of London independents, with the votes of young people who felt un-represented. It is certainly time for a world shake-up. Everyone (except the rich) is underrepresented...change is due us all. Right on brother!
The Swedish government was leaning that way until the EU elections; we are all cheering for our UK friends after the results of the election there. Bloody racist is right, but like here and US those creeps linger like unseen crevasses in a dark cave. So, let's enjoy the wins and hang on for something better!
very well writtenุ and insights are so true deceivers are fewุ they can't win
That was extremely powerful! Loved your Villanelle!
Fantastic social commentary poem!!! Love it!!!โค๏ธโค๏ธ๐
Powerful !
Love this story! It's so true! What is happening in America is cruel and abusive I wish it would stop. Cingratulations and love and light to my UK friends โค๏ธ
Love this brother
I am curious as to where the UK is heading...and I like your optimism!
Wonderful commentary. Well done.