Harlem Inner City Blues: Random Thoughts
A Harlem Point Of View
The memories of a shameless lost that left a black eye and the remorseful pain that was felt is all I have which allow me to look back, discover the growth and remember a time I cherished the most. Sometimes, playing it smart may be the end of a new beginning before it starts. Shame & Remorse
Sometimes, maybe more than often many of our friends have nothing going for themselves and they tend to hold us back. Please keep in mind, you have the power to save your own life. Choose wisely. Life begins when one steps outside of their comfort zone. In this case, there’s no need to be a
When the glass is half full while others view it’s as being half full empty. Blurred vision clouds the sight during the day and often at night. Walk with me… Dirty Glasses When the universe chooses you and you place on the magic glasses there are rules that come with it. You can never take
The American Pit Bull; a man made breed purposely grafted for aggression. By nature, it’s a Frankenstein of dogs and most feared within the dog kingdom. How do people and the media view this breed of species? Walk with me beloved… Forbidden Fruit As entire cultures have been removed from the face of the earth…
When the covers come off and the reality is revealed. Masking the Layers Foundation masking Nobody asking A pound of flesh – A snip here A tuck there The visual lie Her hidden agenda – Covering the wounds Never changing the sheets Masking the layers Another way to cheat – When she took off her
I was a boy on an island yet to be a man. A Boy & His Island Being young and living in Manhattan on an Island connected to a city that never sleeps is an adventure and an experience many dream about but only a few will share their tale. All my family and friends
The cancer of racism imbrue our national character. It taints our moral fabric consciousness. It stains the spirit of the soul. It’s a spot. A shameful greasy spot across the face of humanity. Know your worth… Your Gift Is Special Whenever a noun Person Place or Thing Doesn’t appreciate All that you bring
What is this foolishness? Her Hostage List Friday’s fallout Created an eviction notice Due to a argument that went south Closing of the Candy Shop Sweet tooth decay Enforced with a padlock In search of a new tenant starting in May – “Room 4 Rent” Locks changed Hostage list discovered List of demands The knock on the
When another man fills your shoes… The Man I Never Was The definition of manhood escaped me The spirit of her word never touched thee Too many women to mention or to name Far too much to remember without having some sort of shame All the pain that I’ve caused Could’ve been prevented Big head,
When the air escapes your lungs… The Numbness Of Hurt A key without a lock Searching for a purpose A door missing it’s nob The emptiness of being uncertain The young devour one another Cards of life bend as they’re dealt Some are luckier than others Old heads carrying coffins without a belt It’s every
When a bulletproof vest is not enough… Betrayal That stinging feeling Knife piercing skin A friend to nobody Where does one begin Her discovered check Frenemy revealed A Queen’s betrayal The King of heart’s broken appeal. Harlem, Heaven is at the foot of Mother…
Real talk for real people. When a grown man lives at home and has little to no motivation to help out. Samson Styles: To Sisters Raising A Man Child Samson Styles: To Sisters Raising A Man Child Harlem, Heaven is at the foot of Mother…
Harlem Inner City Blues: Random Thoughts 