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The end will be,

When crooked teeth

Sink into flesh of us.

Our speechless stare,

Into the air,

Replaced by clouds of dust.

 

We need a stop

Of histories plot,

An awakening of senses.

A bleeding heart

To make a start,

And weaken their defenses.

 

With danger great,

Against the state,

I cover foolish ears,

Endure the wrath

Of crossing paths,

And fight to spite my fear.

 

And if I die

Amidst this try,

You’ll know its on their signing.

But its okay,

My stories stay

As immortal silver linings.

Author's Note

This was inspired half by Abbie Hoffman and half by The White Stripes. What do you think?

Reviews

[topsyturvy]

I like the flow of this poem, witty and it carries a message of awareness? Well for me that's how it sounded. Also I have to admit the first stanza made me think of zombies lol. Is this poem about a war or something to do with it? Coz it's like calling of a nation or state to be prepared to fight for something you believe in...

[Victoria PoetryBunny]

really nice poem, i loved stanza 2 and the ending is really great :D

[Ruth]

This is superb! The whole piece aligned to no fault! Studied elements and powerful love! xx

[Omar Fendri]

An authenticity is controlling your words, a verity that can relate the reader utterly to see the real tragic image. Heartwarming especially the last stanza. I like the stories hidden in every line from this poem.
well-done

[SamBug]

I liked this poem. It had a lot of imagery. The ending was my favorite. Fantastic way to end it! :)

[Coyote Poetry]

Abbie Hoffman is a name I forgot. Thank you for bringing back a once strong spirit. The poem was strong. A lot of hidden stories in the poem. Some topics from the poem can be discussed for hours. A excellent poem.
Coyote

[Thea Fuentebella]

wow, it's like a chant. and the phrases can have multiple meanings. nice!

[Brad]

thought it would make a great song

[Frannie]

I like it, very well written and inspiring