I Will Bleed

I will bleed for those I love

taking a bullet or knife.

I will not bleed for just myself.

 

I will bleed for the poor

to enrich their lives.

I will not bleed to make you rich.

 

I will bleed for honor

if it is in question.

I will not bleed for foolish pride.

 

I will bleed for humanity

when it cries out.

I will not bleed to prove I’m human.

 

I will bleed for you

even if in return

your blood runs cold for me.

Reviews

[emmajoy]

This is virtually an oath of allegiance, it displays unselfishness and loyalty in a very powerful yet straightforward way. Then, the reader reaches those final three lines and knows that what came before is leading up to the deep feelings of: 'I will bleed for you / even if in return / your blood runs cold for me'

It's a mix of sadness and strength. Thank you for sharing this post.

[Kayleigh]

Baby I'd do all this for you and more... This is a powerful poem here, my love. Nevertheless, brilliant and creative and has you written all over it.

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

Awe shucks hon, making my blush.

[Kenneth The Poet]

One hell of a good write.

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

Thank you very much sir.

[Marie]

I will get you some bandages
and maybe even a tourniquet...

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

Thank you so much Marie.

[Jennie Baron]

This has a lot to say about standing up for what you believe in and the values that are worth standing up for, and also has that element of unselfishness in the last stanza. Superb!

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

Thank you so much Jennie, this is who I strive to be, sometimes I slip but I get back up.

[I Am Svetlana]

This piece had such a beautiful meaning behind it :) Knowing that some will do whatever they can to take the pain and problems for others. Who care more about those around them instead of just themselves. This proves that no matter what, this type of person is truly reliable, honest and down to earth.

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

Thank you very much.

[AYVID N]

This poem comes right from the soul anf tells all about its writer. Embodying the virtues that really make a human being a most awesome snd amazing man, it is all about you Dale. I am grateful I am in your list of friends.

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

Well I am grateful to call you friend... I am not perfect but I try to live up to these standards everyday.

[AYVID N]

And thats what makes you so lovable and your good presence and human touch so palpable even across distant continents! Have a great Sat evening.

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

Wow you really touched my heart there.

[AYVID N]

Coz it deserves to be touched.
Keep writing and shining always Dale :)

[AYVID N]

you are welcome :)

[Blue Ivory]

Living up to the name "Rebel with a Cause" I see ;)
I like what you're standing for, here. You put the message across loud and clear. Powerful poem with piercing words.

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

Thank you, I try everyday to live up to those standards.

[SyberRose]

Love the perspective of your inner voice...plus i like the form...I will bleed...I will not bleed.
Executed skillfully with strength and style...Rose

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

Thank you so much sweet Rose xo

[Muse]

It's an interesting thought. We have a limited blood supply, I often wonder, do we share it wisely...what is the motive? And...do we hope to get something in return? I hope so...otherwise some of us would be in need of a blood donor.

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

Oh wow that is a very interesting point... thank you for sharing that wisdom

[Muse]

I think some people are guilty of giving too much of themselves...and it's a crime to see them get nothing in return...too many leeches in today's society.

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

Ain't that the truth.