A Song Of Faith

 

Blackbird sing to me

A song of sixpence

That gives heaven

A fighting chance

In protecting Holy Matrimony.

 

Blackbird belt out a tune

That tells of dandelions,

Daisies and roses

Blooming in the garden

Without a care that they

Come from different seeds.

 

Blackbird please serenade

The robins and the jays

To show mankind

That the term “birdbrain”

Is a hope, not an insult.

 

Blackbird just sing away

Before my faith decides

To fly away.

 

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

I liked the poem.
"Blackbird just sing away
Before my faith decides
To fly away."
Do blackbirds sing? I never notice. More of a prey bird than gentle. I liked the energy and drive of the poem. A nice ending to a outstanding poem.
Coyote

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much sir.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend.

[Relic]

The second stanza is so good and stands out to me. The end immediately pulls at the heart strings. Great poem, Cowboy. This is a pleasant read. :)

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

why thank you so much

[John the Baptist]

One wonders what the blackbird symbolizes, if anything. The poem comes across much like a prayer for peace on earth among all people, even if they do come from "different seeds." The last verse hints that the speaker's faith has been severely tested by the state of the world today. May that bird sing for all of us.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

thank you for the feedback

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

I always have a murder of crows in my yard. From your words, the fact that you mention blackbird and faith really stands out to me. When I watch a crow walking across the yard, feathered back, it always reminds me of a preacher, walking with his hands behind his back, deep in thought and pensive. I know that most don't care for them, but I think that they are rather smart. They remember those who treat them well and will often bring gifts of gratitude.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

thank you so much for your feedback

[MomzillaNC]

A poem of tenuous inspiration, ever reaching for hope. Well penned.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

thank you very much

[MomzillaNC]

You're very welcome.

[Cherrie Palmer]

In times past a black bird was thought of as a Seer. I like that you choose a bird that cannot sing. What a strong finish, good piece.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.

[no.cristeaux]

Never knew blackbirds could be so deep.
amazing work, sounds like something you would hear from a bard on a lonely night.

k.k.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you very much.

[emmajoy]

If i could fly and sing like a bird - black bird especially, i'd be more than ghrilledp to be called birdbrain!

Reading a second time, trying to read between the lines.. as won-der-ing.. could you be writing and speaking about people marrying from different races or creeds and asking for guidance from somewhere higher than your sofa? Maybe the differences are causing hesitation? Okay so i'm wrong but, that means your finely written poem has sparked thought, surely...

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

That is one way of interpreting it... and once interpretation is what poetry about, then if that is what you get from it then that is the correct answer. Thank you Emma.

[LadyNaida]

This verse here :

Blackbird sing to me
A song of sixpence
That gives heaven
A fighting chance
In protecting Holy Matrimony.

It seems that there is a lot of marriages falling apart these days and it sure needs a fighting chance.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts... much appreciated.

[LadyNaida]

Your welcome!

[Marie]

A bird brain may be tiny, but contains infinite optimism.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Very well said, thank you Marie.