New Chapters
Never deny Who you are What you did Or said. Unreliable voices in the head. Take care I am here You are there But together We turn fear Into friend Look back Was it ever Really there? Stories don’t end But new chapters Just beginning.
Distance
You keep your distance, Its hard to explain, But I won't complain, Just give me a chance. I really don’t care, Actually I do. Perhaps I am untrue, Maybe I am a liar. I have no defence, Total transparency. That I see with clarity, Is no recompense. Not asking for trust, Please watch me. I think you will see, I do what I must.
Humanity
Listen well in quiet rooms, There maybe something there. Speak soft amidst the noise of crowds, And your voice will be heard. Act when others do not dare, They are full of doubt and fear. Be generous when you have no more, And others do not care. Be free with love, And do not seek reward. Ask for less than you deserved, All of this will show The strength and quality, Of your own, Humanity.
New Years
New year’s eve, Brazilian style. Nephews, nieces, For a while. If this don’t make, You smile, You’re not a child, Inside. I know you are. You want to share, But you’re going spare, Inside. They fill the room. Different faces, Foreign language. You are just the groom, But you get it. That’s the way you are. You don’t have enough, To pay, For the happiness, You feel today. Will it last? The past is dead and buried, Shredded, cast aside. You have no pride? I believe you do. There is no telling, Of what you do, Next. I am spelling, It out for you. Now, move along, There is a queue.
The Wolf
Little to do, But think of you.. So I prowl, and howl, Like a wolf, At the moon. See you soon I hope. Till then, Just cope. Life for the living, There is no way, Of knowing. At the end of a rope, Facing nothing, But you. You turn me on. Is there something, I am missing? Just one kiss from you.
Once
Once, we did play; How we chased a million stars And touched as only one can. See, how I move, Chance would have you Glance at me To know how you move me. Long ago, how could I forego Holding you so closely. The stars came out, Their light shone and blinded When our joy was unbounded, And music sounded Sweet to my ear. Perhaps a tear, But you were near. Took my hand, Led me to a promised land. I had no fear. Where do I stop? I wont drop. I ain't bogus, Just deeply focused. Coming out of my shell See the hell I am living in.
Down
Down, down, You shot me down. What must I prove 'Till I can reach the ground Where I can stand? I don’t care what it takes, Or what I have to do, I have nothing left to loose. You charmed my heart, It belongs to you. Not stolen, Given; Yet I am driven To ask Where did this start? Pangs of love Bite hard, Leaves marks Upon my flesh. But non the less I see this through. I know how to love, I think you know how too.
911
Keeps coming to my head I don’t cry no more, I think of you instead. Your eyes, smile, laughter; Not a chapter In the life I led. You were the book, The alpha and omega. Your flesh made permanent Indelible stain On the armour I wore. I was built like Caine But able to deliver more. Someone please call 999, She just shot me through the heart.
Butterfly
Come fly butterfly; We go together And I will try To show a better life. Reach out, hold my hand, You will not fall. We promised everything; Now hear my call. Sworn to the damned, But I can see angels. Where in the world Do I stand? I stand by you butterfly. Fly free, Fly free. The sunlight through your wings, So beautiful to see. Always and forever I will chase The butterfly in the sun, Hoping one day We can be together. Where our love began. Don’t be afraid, Rest on my hand; The greatest treasure A man could demand. Oh butterfly, oh butterfly Fly with me. Too late; I have to demonstrate. Memory takes me back. Most of all I miss you girl, The choice I make. You could break my heart. I don’t think you will.
Cigarettes and Coffee
Get the mood down. But I get up, Watching the moon frown. No regrets; Looking at the cigarettes In the coffee I almost downed. But I was wasted, Yet tasted The possibility That something Would come soon. Need a clear path In the aftermath Of what you meant to me. Bring something To the party. I know you are good enough.
Charge my Glass
Charge my glass For the last time dear, I will drink to your beauty. Charge my glass For now I fear They are coming for me. The sirens wail I hear An old familiar tune And soon I wont be free. Charge my glass As I hold you near And I will come quietely.
I Wish….
I wish I could be your "shoes", Cosseted in leather Holding your pretty feet. Striding confidently In some exclusive shopping street. I wish I could be the "nylons" That cling to your thighs. The sighs I would give, To the chaff and sizzle As you walk by. I wish I could be your "underwear". Seeing you stare, pulling faces At what you dare to wear tonight, But you are no fool, Looking for something that leaves no traces. Don’t fuck on a first date, That’s not cool. You went and broke the rule. You don’t have them And nor do I.
Bang Bang
Bang bang you shot me down. I don’t believe in anything. You say no more. Feels strange, That you tell lies. Fly blown, Just the kind, I despise, I am not your clown. I can love, Or frighten you, The choice, Belongs to you. Don’t meditate too long, Lest I will be gone
Next II (Daughter)
I know you love him, No picture, Just a frame, And the shame, You feel closely, Will pass away. A man can do so much, But he cannot grasp, When his reach falls short. He is dying, But once he touched, And the world flew by.
A Song
Here’s a song, Could be long, I can’t borrow from tomorrow. Feel the hand Take away; I just feel sorrow. You were blessed, Not caressed Enough I know. Oh yes, I outlived my stay. If true love ever happens That a man can love A woman; Stressed tested to this day He can’t get away. Forgive his transgressions He will forgive yours Magnanimous That way. Love is in the veins And in the blood.
Struggle
You are in the corner And you can feel the pain, Taste the blood In your mouth And carry on again. So much to lose But more to gain; Unaware Of the crowd Baying for your blood tonight. For their delight. Get off the ropes and fight. Adrenalin subsiding Now only skill remains. You are tiring, Arms feel heavy. Blows to head, One more could leave you dead. You can beat This guy before you; And if you do The world Can't ignore you Anymore. And who was he? Shame to say It was only me.
For Your Eyes Only
I hold your hand And feel the fear inside; You never met anyone like me. I am no threat Forever in your debt. You saved me once. I must repay I watch the sunlight Cascade into an empty room And soon The darkness, it unfolds. I am not a perfect man I know that, But it feels cold, Yes, it feels cold. By candle light I write Into the autumn gloom. I fall asleep, pen in hand. I cannot bend The rules of time. But you're not here No, you're not here.
I Wish
Walking city streets Late at night. I can't sleep, The bed still made. Remembering How we used to be; The memories Never fade. Each corner I turn Where recollections Still burn, I really should have stayed.
I Speak On My Terms
I speak on my terms, The only terms I own. I wish you well, But our hearts Swell With prospect. So much to do, So little time. I can’t reject my nature, A creature Of my own. I loved, I lost; Never from neglect. With no regrets, I did it my way. Pretentions, I have a few, But then again Too few to mention.
The Touch Of You
The touch of you Sends a transformation Through. This ain't no blind desire You may say I am in. I love you, for you are No distance ever too far. But just the thought of you Leaves me inspired To sing to you, Though I spend My waking hours Just to think Of you. I get fired up again.
Strung Out On Heaven’s Light
Strung out on heaven's light. I'll be good tonight. The strangers came today, To take me away. A nuisance to society They said. Don't believe it; Every kiss I gave Was meant for you.