Adam's Journey through my eyes...A Poem by ShadowWhysper
--- 'A Modest Man'
©RSG ’09 (acrylic on canvas) (Image painted for me by a good
friend and fellow Adam fan)
(He’s a) Modest Man
This God-given gift He uses it to lift The hearts of all those who hear
He stands tall and proud His head shall never be bowed He sings to the heavens, loud and clear
He’s a modest man He does what he can To amaze and inspire But he’s a modest man
He puts on a show He lets himself go And all of his fears disappear
At home on the stage He emotes to engage All of his fans he holds dear
He’s a modest man He does what he can To amaze and inspire But he’s a modest man
His soul is on fire He can’t help but inspire Yet, he is a modest man
The flames are getting higher Yet, he’s a modest man Burning with this fire Yes, he’s a modest man
(The flames are getting higher…)
©2009 Shadow Whysper
Rise Above It
There will always be those who are jealous of what they don’t possess Yet, this is a feeling they can never honestly express Instead they choose to mock, shame and ridicule those they envy most Putting down their character while of their own beliefs they boast
It takes a stronger person to look beyond their lies To see the negativity is only a disguise What it all comes down to is truly only this �" Self esteem and worth is what they really miss
So rise above it all, don’t let them get you down Think of something good and turn around that frown Don’t give them the power to make you feel sad Focus on the positive and forget about the bad
Don’t let them make you angry or give them what they seek Be the stronger man and make them feel weak Stand firm in your beliefs and be proud of who you are Let your power shine like a brightly burning star
Leave them in the darkness, behind their self-built wall Turn your back, walk away, and rise above it all…
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- This poem was written when fans were upset with how they believed Danny was treating Adam at the dinner when his sister asked Adam for an autograph. ---
Remember Why We’re Here…
All this negativity, it’s getting on my nerves I just don’t understand the purpose that it serves Yes, I see the problems that Adam now is facing What with all the companies doing profit-chasing
But really, is it necessary to focus on it so? Where did all the joy and anticipation go? Adam’s working on an album of his very own As an artist, and a man, he has surely grown
Why settle for the old with only vocals that are true When soon we will have the best that he can do? He wants to share his music, body, mind and soul This has always been his most fundamental goal
Please try to be more positive and brighten up this forum It just doesn’t seem to have the proper level of decorum Remember why we’re here, that Adam touched us all Let’s wipe away the negative and lighten up this wall
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- I wrote this poem when all the controversy was going on about the "Take One" album. ---
What’s Not Being Said
Please read between the lines Use your head Understand what it is That’s not being said
Emotions are strong They get in the way Please realize what it is That Adam just can’t say
He’s focused on the new And done with the old All we know is not Just what we’re told
Bring it all together Words and actions too See the clear picture And you’ll know what to do
Much of the story is told Without being spoken Please let this spell Of confusion be broken
Read between the lines Use your head Know what it is That’s not being said
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- Once again, this poem was written in response to issues concerning “Hi Fi”. ---
Glamtastic Fans
It’s utterly insane They want to pick my brain Know every little thing there is to know
They watch my every move Every step, every groove And will follow me wherever I go
They all scream my name It will never be the same I do my best to travel with the flow
I give them all that I can Loving each and every fan I put on a wild and crazy show
I still need time for me If I ever have it free Just to relax and replenish my glow
It will never be the same Insanity will reign All around me positivity will grow
The fans will always be So important to me Without them my music has nowhere to go
So thanks to all my fans Even with all their demands They are the reason my life is aglow
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- When I wrote this, I was thinking what it must be like for Adam, having so many crazy, enthusiastic fans. I was trying to see things from Adam's perspective and so I wrote this in first person. ---
Homophobic Hypocrites
God hates gays, or so they say… Where do they get off, speaking this way? God could never hate any of his creations For we are all, in a way, one of his relations If we all came from Adam and we all came from Eve Is being all related so hard to believe? We are not the same, he made us all unique Those differences make us special, not one of us a “freak”
I don’t care what the Bible has to say As far as people being gay The Bible was written by Man, not by God Who’s to say it isn’t a fraud? How do we know each and every word is true? I know of no one alive back then, do you? I take what is written with a grain of salt I don’t believe being gay is anyone’s ‘fault’
We are all born as we are meant to be The only choice is to live free So for all those hypocrites who think it’s wrong We won’t back down, we’re standing strong We are all made in God’s image, or so they say… What if maybe… God was gay?
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- This was my response to the Westboro Baptist Church issues that arose during the Idol Tour. ---
Common Thread
We are all very different, each and every one Yet, we all live on this planet and share the same sun Our lives are very different, our thoughts not quite the same But each and every one of us can feel heat from a flame
We keep ourselves apart, yet we crave to be close Always happy to have friends and saddened to have foes We dislike feeling different, seeming isolated If only all could see that we really are related
We are all here for a reason, that is for us to learn Inside each and every one, a flame does burn It is there to guide us, to be truly who we are Only we have the power to make that flame a star
We must embrace our differences, yet know that we’re the same We should be proud of who we are and not feel any shame We are all on a journey, each and every one Lift your faces high and smile at the sun…
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- Adam has become part of our common thread. He is bringing people together all over the world and is now part of the journey we all travel in life. It is my hope that he is able to truly accomplish great things and make the world a better place to live. To be honest, I’m sure that he already has. It only takes one person that is touched by Adam to ‘pay it forward’ and make life better for someone else. I think we would all be amazed by the changes already taking place in the world around us. I hope Adam’s star burns brightly for many, many years to come. ---
Magnetic Appeal
He is a sexual being, orientation aside For within this man a power does abide His appeal is strong for man, woman and child An attraction almost primitive and somehow wild People are drawn to him like a moth to a flame Touched by this power they can’t seem to name He is a force, with magnetic appeal His rise to fame seems almost surreal How could he stay hidden for so long With this force of attraction within him so strong? This power is amplified when he sings Touching all who hear the emotions it brings Transcending all boundaries, crumbling walls As irresistible as when a Siren calls It seems almost mythical in its appeal This magnetic attraction I can’t help but feel
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- Inspired by Adam, of course :-) ---
Mystic Being…
Neither man nor woman but something in between Possessing qualities of both in a mix rarely seen Most would choose to hide being one or the other Half of their being, they would rather smother It takes a lot of courage to let your whole self through To forego what others think and to your self be true People may not like what they don’t understand But I, for one, would love to shake your hand You are an inspiration and give this world hope It is no secret, you help many people cope They look up to your bravery, confidence and poise And find you and your talent a source of many joys Some may not understand just what they are seeing But I, for one, see a truly mystic being…
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- This poem was inspired by Adam’s album cover of “For Your Entertainment”. ---
Shock Wave
Shock the nation, put on a show See how many minds you can blow Push the boundaries, frolic and play It’s your chance to do what you may
Bring the lyrics to life on stage Create a stir, cause outrage Entertain millions, offend a few Do what it is you wish to do
Be unique, be daring and brave Rock the boat, create a wave Stun the audience, cause surprise Give them a jolt and open their eyes
Be who you are, don’t ever change Thoughts and opinions may rearrange But those who ‘get’ you are here to stay And take this ride with you all the way
Shock the nation, put on a show See how many minds you can blow Push the boundaries, frolic and play It’s your chance to do what you may
Shock the nation, take it away… It’s your show, do what you may
Shock the nation…
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- This was my response to Adam’s performance on the American Music Awards. ---
Do You Know Your ABCs?
Adam Lambert on the AMAs Brought the ‘shock’ and created waves Caught the network right off guard Danced his way right off their ‘card’ Even though they have him banned Fans around the world stand Gay or straight it’s all the same His support puts theirs to shame It’s a fact they did not know Just how far his fans would go Keep it up, ABC Lose it all, just wait and see May your loss be another’s gain NBC snap up the reign… On the Early Show and Ellen too Performances from Adam flew Quite a sight it was to see… Respect, warmth and honesty Singing with passion, as he always will Trusted to give his fans a thrill United we stand to support this man Vexed by ABC and their chosen ban We will not stand by for hypocrisy ‘X’ marks the spot we put on thee You’re a target by your own choices Zip it up and hear our voices…
©2009 Shadow Whysper
--- My response to ABC’s reaction to Adam’s performance on the AMAs and the subsequent ban they wanted to impose on him. ---
A Fly on the Wall
What is it you’re thinking? What is it you see? I wish that fly on the wall could be me… It must have been something that caught your eye Made your lips turn down slightly as you gaze up high
Is it something you wish for? Your name up in lights? Or a simple list of the evening’s possible delights? So many things it could possibly be… I wish that fly on the wall could be me…
Don’t get me wrong, I don’t wish to spy I’m just curious to know what caught your eye What is it that caused that look on your face? What is it that made you pause in your place?
If only I could have been there, a fly on the wall Then I would know the answers to it all…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- As you can see, this poem was written for the picture chosen above. I used to be part of a poetry group that would write to pictures (usually fantasy) on a regular basis. The Circle is no longer, however, I thought it might be fun to get Adam’s fans involved in some creativity. It didn’t last for very long, but it’s difficult to write unique poems when most of the pictures available showed Adam in concert. ---
Brother’s Burden
Life changed in an instant of brotherly fame Now it is anything but ordinary and tame Fans flock to you, wanting to be closer to him Though chances of that happening are slim Of course there are some who see you for you Who really enjoy reading the blogs that you do But how do you know they aren’t playing games? Concealing ulterior motives and aims… It is a burden, this pseudo fame that you bear Having to judge if people really do care Or if they’re just looking for another way in A connection to your brother, your famous kin Of course you face it and do the best that you can For you are his brother and his most loyal fan It may be a burden but you bear it with pride Taking all of these new challenges in stride You know he would do the same for you For that is just what brothers do…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- One for Neil, based on one of his blogs where he talks about how people have been treating him since Adam’s success on Idol. ---
A Steady Flow
Once again I shake my head At overzealous fans… I wish it need not be said But attention it demands
I realize the pull is strong And some just can’t resist It’s not to say you’re in the wrong But boundaries must exist
Please think twice before you call And request his songs be played I’d hate to see us hit a wall And have his spotlight fade…
Once a day should really do What, with the number of his fans Perhaps you could get away with two If the day so demands…
There must be a balance, a steady flow To keep him in the light If we can find it, this I know… His star will always be bright
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- The inspiration for this poem came from the fans overzealous behaviour when calling radio stations to request Adam’s songs (to the point where I believe he was banned from Open House Party…) ---
Portrait of Pleasure
Beautiful blue sky above the sea Friends to share a day carefree Catching some rays and lovely fresh air Savouring a moment that may soon be rare The making of memories to have and to hold With many adventures yet to unfold An instant of pleasure caught in time And now depicted in this rhyme :-)
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- This is my second of three poems written to pictures of Adam. --- 
The Living Machine
Surroundings fade Sightless eyes open wide All thought and senses turned inside Tangled, confused Jumbled in the mind Searching for understanding to find Going over it all Replaying scenes, events rewind Struggling to leave confusion behind Looking for the answer In the living machine that is my mind
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- The last of my poetry challenge pictures posted in the Fan Creative Corner on Adam Official. ---
Runaway Horses
“Hold your horses” he advises As the general anxiety rises I don’t know about you, but I for one Am quite ready to jump the gun A false start, I guess they would say But I just can’t help feeling this way It’s been far too long since I’ve seen this man Rule the stage as only he can Being my first concert in many a year My excitement rises as the time draws near Where am I going? What time is the show? All these things I want to know… But the dates aren’t set yet, not for me So I’m stuck doing the ‘wait and see’ These “horses” of mine are hard to hold They’re pulling at the bit and being bold I don’t know how much longer it will be Before these horses run away with me…
© 2010 Shadow Whysper
--- My response to Adam’s tweet as quoted above when fans were getting very anxious about concert dates for his upcoming tour. At this point the concert date for Canada had yet to be announced and I had my own ‘horses’ to deal with. :-) ---
What I’d Like to Know
What I’d like to know is… Where did all the respect go? It use to be, in times gone by You’d never spit in someone’s eye
Don’t we all know the saying “If you have nothing nice to say…”? Somehow we have lost this along the way
You have your likes and I have mine But when did hating become just fine? What happened to tolerance and all due respect? When did our manners choose to defect?
Why must we battle and create all these foes? When did it become “anything goes”? Why must we hurt others who aren’t the same? And why is there never a feeling of shame?
Don’t we all know the saying “You get what you give”? Is this no longer how we live?
I just want to know, if you can say How is it that we became this way? Is there no hope to get these back? All these good qualities we seem to lack?
I still know these sayings, they hold true for me I guess, for the rest, I’ll just wait and see…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- This poem was in response to some fans apparently disrespecting other artists. ---
Comfort Zone
I understand what you’re saying, I can see your view I mean no disrespect to any of you But homophobia, by my definition Is not showing dislike for exhibition
If you dislike extreme public displays of affection Does that make you philophobic* by reflection? If you find overly boisterous people annoying Does that mean your cherophobia** is showing?
There are certain boundaries everyone has Certain levels of comfort they don’t like to surpass But not all expressions of discomfort or disfavour Mean there is a phobia, a reason to be braver
Please don’t use homophobia as an excuse For acts of disrespect or any abuse But also don’t judge those who dislike certain things Too much of anything can cause one to cringe
To each their own, we all have a life to live Lessons to learn and understanding to give I hope one day we can all expand our comfort zone And show the world just how much we have grown
©2010 Shadow Whysper
*Philophobia is the fear of falling in love **Cherophobia is the fear of gaiety
--- I wrote this poem in response to Brad’s tweet about “too gay” being homophobic. Yes, it created some controversy. I myself would not say something is “too gay” and I understand where Brad is coming from. I just wanted to show a different perspective. ---
In His Shoes
Hours and hours spent day in and day out Trying to put together the best performance about Not only with dancers and band members too But all the costumes, lighting and effects to view Involved in everything, having input wherever he can While great fun and exciting, must be wearing on the man He spent all this time and effort before the tour even began How can we demand even more from this amazing man?
Night after night he puts on a show for us And again and again he spends hours on the bus Travel in itself is a wearing ordeal, from place to place Still he greets every venue with a smile on his face He puts all he has into his performance on stage Emoting with the audience, trying to engage Though his presence on stage is very commanding The life he has chosen is also very demanding
He does all of this, not just for himself but for his fans too Showing us, as best he can, that he appreciates all that we do I know we’d all love to meet him, but where does he draw the line? Is ten minutes enough? Twenty? Or maybe an hour to sign? How could he ever reach all the fans waiting there for him? Even if he greeted fans, the chance of meeting would be slim Trying to be fair to all his fans, he chooses to perform for all as best he can Rather than meet a few and disappoint all the other just as deserving fans
Can we really hold that against him, after all he has done for us? Please try to be understanding and don’t kick up such a fuss He is a person who is sharing his wonderful gift with the world at large He needs to do what he can when he can to relax and recharge Just think, how disappointed would you be if he had to cancel a show After all the anticipation, all the prep and planning you put in to go? His voice is nothing if his body and mind are not able to support it Please keep that in mind before you let anger and disappointment hit
Try to put yourself into his shoes, if you can And perhaps then you will appreciate the man He hates to disappoint but he knows what he must do In order to keep himself fit and healthy for me and you Not to mention all his friends and family and himself too… Just thought I would share my perspective with you…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- My response to fans who were upset that Adam was not doing meet and greets before and after all his performances (before the VIP packages were available) ---
Purely Platonic?
We’ve all seen it, the passion of Adam’s kiss The AMAs is not something we could miss Tommy felt the flame of Adam’s fire Passionate and music driven desire Now on tour and wanting to play Adam kisses Tommy almost every day One way or another they connect on stage Stirring the fans’ passion is all the rage Is it all a game, a show to entertain? Or is there something more to gain? Tommy is straight, or so they say Does it really matter, either way? Perhaps he likes it, a change from the norm Being caught up in the ‘Adam storm’… Experimentation, or something more What is really at its core? It certainly sparks the interest of the fans Wanting to know just where Tommy stands Is he winning the heart of our music man Or is this all part of the master plan? Is it attraction or purely platonic? Whatever it is, it’s surely harmonic…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- Just a little fun, with regards to Adam and Tommy’s play on stage :-) --- Missing Piece of Me…
I never knew I was incomplete until I found you Now I am drawn to every little thing that you do Happy to see you smile, glad to see you free Proud to witness the man you have grown to be
I know this is just the beginning, you have far to go I will be with you for every step, every high, every low You have filled a part of me I never knew was bare Now the warmth of your light will always shine there
So glad to see you smile, so happy you are free So proud to know the special man you turned out to be So looking forward to a future I can’t wait to see… So glad to have found you, the missing piece of me…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- Another poem inspired by Adam. ---
Two Passes…
I have not yet met this ‘Adam Lambert’ fellow I would love to have the chance just to say ‘hello’ But would one greeting be enough to really satisfy me? Or would I want as many as money now can by me? I mean, who would ever tire of meeting with this man? Why shouldn’t I do so every chance that I can? What of all the others that feel the way I do? Shouldn’t they have the chance to also meet him too? There are twenty five places for each and every show I could take a couple for every concert to which I go What difference does it make if I go to more than one? So what if someone else would like in on the fun… They would have the chance to buy a package too Minus the two passes I would have taken as my due…
I have not yet met this ‘Adam Lambert’ fellow I would love to have the chance just to say ‘hello’ I’ve finally got the money I need to buy some passes At last, I feel like a part of the general masses… So many people have met this amazing man And now I’m just a step away before I myself can Please don’t tell me all the packages are sold… I don’t want to be left out standing in the cold… I know there are people who go to more than one But I just want a chance to also have some fun I hope they’ve left some passes to share with fellow fans I just won’t feel ‘safe’ until I have them in my hands… It’s going to be amazing to do a meet and greet… A couple of those passes would make my dreams complete…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- My take on the issues that came up when people realized there are some fans who buy numerous meet and greet passes and have met Adam several times during the Glam Nation tour. ---
The Power of Words
There are people in this world who see things differently People who just love to argue and always disagree They push people’s buttons and soak in the reaction Getting people riled gives them a sense of satisfaction It is like a power they wield by what they choose to say Playing on emotions and then laughing at the fray They don’t care what you think, you can never change their mind It’s like trying to give sight to someone who chooses to be blind So please don’t waste your breath and all that precious energy Trying to force those with self-inflicted blindness to see Instead, take away their power and ignore the words they say And use all your righteous energy in a more positive, healthy way
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- This was my response to the whole “Houston Press” mess. ---
The Paps
They’re like a dog with a bone When all you want is to be left alone They keep gnawing away and won’t let go They say too much and stoop so low They egg you on and push their luck They’ll do anything for a buck
I wish they’d learn to show respect To get the images they collect But that would spoil the sport it seems And lessen the fun of their schemes They think they’re clever and cunning too But pestering people is all they do
I wish we could take their power away But the almighty dollar holds great sway Fame and fortune has a price It comes with these annoying lice You do your best to pass them by Wanting to swat them like a fly
Don’t give in, hold your head high Make their stories a big fat lie…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- And this is my response to the paparazzi. ---
A Mother’s Pride
Such a joy it must be to see A son grow to a man such as he All the support and love you gave Allowed him to grow up free and brave Now he takes the lessons you have taught And shares them with the world without thought His voice gives power to his soul-driven force Affecting all those he meets along his course Without your influence it is plain to see He would not be the man he grew up to be You took his spark and nurtured it into a star That now shines its brilliant light near and far Such a beautiful soul that can no longer hide The greatest source of a mother’s pride…
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- A poem I wrote for Adam’s Mom. ---
A Little Patience…
I know many are frustrated and tired of the wait The customer service here isn’t that great… At least not when it comes to Glam package delivery Everything was a bit delayed you see… It’s a shame it didn’t go off without a hitch But we all know even the best plan has a glitch We rely on them but they rely on someone too Sometimes there’s just nothing they can do It’s unfortunate they didn’t make the problems more clear And give a better idea on when to expect all the gear But to be honest, I think they were overwhelmed by it The sheer number of requests Adam’s fans did submit I know it seems odd, you would think all would know Just how far and wide Adam’s fan base does go I suppose some are still learning and can make mistakes Give them a chance to get it together and show what it takes To make this the best fan site for all of Adam’s fans And have the strength and ability to meet all our demands It’s a work in progress but it will improve… Please have a little patience while they find their groove
©2010 Shadow Whysper
--- My poem written in response to the impatience of some fans with regards to the delivery of the glam packages from Adam’s Official Fan Club site. ---
These last two poems were written in response to the suicides among gay youth and also the hate crimes that occurred in Sept/Oct of 2010.
Victim’s Voice
Terrorized each and every day By the terrible things that people say Taunted, tormented and abused As if of some terrible crime accused
Where is the right to live one’s life Without feeling the edge of another’s knife? What right have they to treat people so? Where did the rights of the victims go?
Pushed beyond limits of the mind Seeking only of peace to find Unable to bear the constant pain Silent tears fall like rain
Hidden behind an invisible wall No one can hear their pleading call Asking for a way to be set free Of this torment that should not be
So they take matters into their own hands Each making their final stands Seeing this as their only choice Silently speaking with a victim’s voice
©2010 Shadow Whysper
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The Criminal
Alone, attack them you would not dare Enter the mob mentality and you just don’t care Do you feel any guilt over what you have done? Or do you see it only as reckless fun?
Perhaps you think it is justice that you serve Trying to ‘straighten out’ those who ‘curve’ From what you feel is the rightful way Even though these people have no say
You rape and punish and beat them bad It is sickening, repulsive and makes me sad But mostly it kindles a burning rage within And I pray you are punished for your sin
The victims are innocent, each and every time You are the criminal, and hate, the source of your crime
©2010 Shadow Whysper
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