Category: 2016 poetry

Letters to God, Poetry by Talaya Lightbourne

I wrote these letters to express my love for you

I wrote these letters for you to mend my pain

I wrote these letters because you were my only friend

Genre: Religion

Letters to God by Talaya Lightbourne

I wrote these letters to express my love for you

I wrote these letters for you to mend my pain

I wrote these letters because you were my only friend

I wrote these letters because you’re always there for me

I wrote these letters to stay connected to you my God

I wrote these letters to you God because without you I wouldn’t exist.

 

 

 

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These Are The Times, Poetry by Latonia Sears

So many in debt and

so many others going under

these are the times that make

us think which make us wonder

Genre: Life, Society

These Are The Times by Latonia Sears

 

So many in debt and

so many others going under

these are the times that make

us think which make us wonder

 

About the things we can’t change

everything is so different these days

really looks and sounds strange

 

These are the times when your every day

has become so fast paced

can’t slow down for this thing

we call the rat race

 

I can just imagine the stories you

have heard around town, on the news,

on the corner or even in the schools

 

These are the times

when we must stick together

break bread and say

a prayer with one another

 

Stop hurting start hugging

join hands and do something

stand beside each other

you know like brothers

 

Yes these are the times

that turn mice into men

and foe into friend

 

So what will we do

where will we go

don’t you know?

 

Time is ticking

while days are passing

make a decision

no more guessing

 

These are the times

not to run and hide

stand up be brave

show some pride

 

Yes these are the times

when “We The People”

have to make a change

and get on the bus

 

Remember these are the times

when you need to participate

because after all aren’t you

a part of this place?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SUBLIME LOVE, Poetry by Bindu Midha

Love profound, how amorous it sounds!

It’s a radiant sunflower that blossoms to smile.

In love, you’re a lily that sprinkles radiance and light.

Like the gambolling lamb, soars your spirit and mind.

Genre: Love, Romance

SUBLIME LOVE by Bindu Midha

Love profound, how amorous it sounds!

It’s a radiant sunflower that blossoms to smile.

In love, you’re a lily that sprinkles radiance and light.

Like the gambolling lamb, soars your spirit and mind.

 

Liveliness, a sparkle -hitherto not seen- come your way.

Contentment, blissful harmony and giddiness make you sway!

A spring in the step, a twinkle in the eye and a glowing face belie

Your complacent demeanour; whilst Cupid you & your beloved ties.

 

How perfectly, how accurately his arrows find their mark

Your heart is left wounded, but ne’er does it show a scar.

Sighs, whisper of sweet nothings and a pounding heart reverberate

For you embrace, profess undying love and plentiful vows make!

 

It is mirth and merriment that you flash on your brow

As you strut around nimble footed, feeling sound’ n secure!

Unsatisfied, insatiate, unrestrained, your passion does soar

Fancy takes flight; in the new found treasure you gloat.

 

You rise to a crescendo, exhilarated and over the moon

Flying, surging and ascending in love as if in a swoon.

A saint reveres his Almighty; so you dote on your love

Worship, take oath of fidelity, and offer solemn vows galore.

 

Promises of being truthful, reliable, honest and caring

Of sincerity, stability; support and strength are in the making.

Profess undying love and take an oath to be true,

While all this lasts it seems as fresh as dew- oh so new!

 

Oh love, O divine devotion- so fanciful yet fulfilling,

Could you, would you take flight and dissipate -all too soon?

 

 

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Lose Generation, Poetry by Roderick Dupree

Relationships are just toys we play with when bored

Support for one another is something unexplored.

Loyalty is just a word with negative intentions of slaving

Genre: Life

Lose Generation by Roderick Dupree

Relationships are just toys we play with when bored

Support for one another is something unexplored.

Loyalty is just a word with negative intentions of slaving

Envy is our sweetest nature of craving.

Love is our worst nightmare

Hate is our definition of care.

Sex has poised our mind

Faith is undefined.

Attention is the fire to our soul

Negativity is fuel to help reach the popularity goal.

Respect is what we neglect

Warm souls are what we reject.

Death brings love

Selling our souls are what we’re proud of.

 

 

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A Soul less Existence, Poetry by Barbara Hunt

Left alone in the darkness of solitude trapped in her mind cold and desperate scratching around for escape things becoming tragic as all hope was lost in the depths of the void
A mask covered her face as she was being betrayed and manipulated by someone she loved so dearly

Genre: Dark, Depression, and Hurt

A Soul less Existence by Barbara Hunt

Left alone in the darkness of solitude trapped in her mind cold and desperate scratching around for escape things becoming tragic as all hope was lost in the depths of the void
A mask covered her face as she was being betrayed and manipulated by someone she loved so dearly
A witch with a disguise of compassion and love looked back an evil grin plaguing her face
The evil seeped down turning into tentacles as an evil laugh erupted from her lungs as she smelled pure terror
Capturing her the darkness licked at her heels casting away all hope and love slowly leaving behind a shell of who she once was
As she took her last breath her pure soul stolen she warned the people she loved of its true colors and closed her eyes embraced by the warmth of peace

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Vntitlxd, Poetry by Xzaviar Allen

I might sit down and light a whole spliff, my handwriting like I’m writing old scripts with a quill or ink pen

Genre: Hip Hop/Rap Lyrics, Dark, Thoughtful

Vntitlxd by Xzaviar Allen

I might sit down and light a whole spliff, my handwriting like I’m writing old scripts with a quill or ink pen, let the marijuana sink in until I tip off the deep end, fuck it I’ve been drinking all weekend, I usually keep the same routine- it’s all sequenced, I just wanna have some sunshine bleed through all seasons, when it’s dark out I make my own-caught in the rain tryna make it home in time to write an ancient poem on my favorite phone, living life in the danger zone- all straps and no archers, the gods of rap so heartless, lord send me a pen so I can write for once, looking for dawn to fight the dusk- I’m bout to Tyson up, lighten up- it’s another day in the jungle, another day I will run through life wondering what my days will come to, but staying humble- in the back ground I laugh now, among prostitutes alcohol and crack vials.








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THE HEARTLESS AND THE HOMELESS – Poetry Reading by Carlyn Soulei Thomas

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THE HEARTLESS AND THE HOMELESS by Carlyn Soulei Thomas

Performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is the lack of compassion people have one for another.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

When people read my poem or watch my poetry reading, I’d like for them to honestly survey themselves, and ask the question, “Am I compassionate?”. As Mahatma Gandhi said, “We must be the change we wish to see in the world.” Kindness is contagious and humility will take you a long way in life.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I’ve been writing poems since 2001. Writing poems became another way for me to express my feelings.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My favorite poet and author is Maya Angelou. I call myself “Young Maya” at times, because her works has truly inspires and encourages me to keep reaching for the stars, which without a doubt makes her a mother to many daughters, though she birthed none. Each line of one of my personal favorites, “Letter To My Daughter”, felt as though they were written just for me. She was phenomenal and I only wish to be as inspiring as she was, even if just a little bit.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

There’s so much going wrong in the world, and so many, including children are suffering, but most of us are busy with our own lives to care. I jumped at the opportunity to submit my poem in hopes that it would make others think about it too, just as I have thought about it. And prayerfully, it would change someone’s mind for the betterment of this world and everyone living in it.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I am also a Singer-Songwriter and Designer. I write short stories and I am currently working on a poetry book and novel.

7) What is your passion in life?

Apart from music and art, my passion is helping others, especially those less fortunate than myself.

9 VERSUS LOVE – Poetry Reading by Karoline Lehner

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9 VERSUS LOVE by Karoline Lehner

Poetry performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

Answer: The poem is about finding the love of my life after having learned to love and be at peace with myself.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

Answer: People who have been on this journey may see the beauty, that lies in the pain. For others, who are still searching, it may be a candle in the dark.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

Answer: I have been writing poetry all my life.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Answer: I love the works of Goethe, Hafiz, Shakespeare and Byron.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

Answer: I found it to be interesting to have my work being published to a wider audience and see it being interpreted by a stranger.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Answer: Yes, I write short stories, novels and theatre plays, mostly in german and some in english. I invite you to visit my blog http://www.womenagainstrules.org

7) What is your passion in life?

Answer: My passion in life is life itself.

Poetry Reading: Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

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Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

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Pillar of the Community by Monica Helene Thomas

Performed by Marsha Mason

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

How society have judged its leaders over the years

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

leave comments and or likes or dislikes

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

About 3 years

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

Priestiam, love his poetry and self expression. He’s a brilliant and creative man!

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

Getting an invite from Wildsound to enter my poem into their poetry contest and also have it performed as a professional read! I’m so excited!!!

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Yes, I’m a Book Author of six published books amongst several other writing adventures such as writing music etc.

7) What is your passion in life?

Unfortunately I have not found what my passion in life is quite yet. I’m currently an entrepreneur who is constantly dabbling into new things. I’m hoping one day I’ll stumble upon something that I’ll know for certain that it is my purpose in life.

Poetry Reading: If I Was President by Molimau Fatu

The theme of my poem is to show how this country has fallen so low that all the candidates that they throw at us aren’t even worth voting for; despite people now waking up to this corrupt fallen system. I just wanted to put my stamp on that with imaging myself as president.

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If I Was President by Molimau Fatu

Performed by Geoff Mays

Get to know the poet:

7 questions with the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

The theme of my poem is to show how this country has fallen so low that all the candidates that they throw at us aren’t even worth voting for; despite people now waking up to this corrupt fallen system. I just wanted to put my stamp on that with imaging myself as president.

2) How would you like people to respond when they read or watch your poetry reading?

I just want the people to experience my poetry as they watch me perform it and read it. I just want to inspire the people with my poetry.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

I have been writing poetry since the 6th grade. I used it to flirt with girls while I was in middle school.

4) Do you have a favorite poet?

My favorite poet is Langston Hughes. He was one of my influences of me becoming a poet.

5) What influenced you to submit to WILDsound and have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

What influenced me to submit my poetry to Wildsound is because I wanted more people to read and listen to my poetry.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

I write poems. I am also trying to write my first novel and to get my poetry book published.

7) What is your passion in life?

My passion in life is to be a great person within the Heavenly Father to guide and inspire the youth to be great and humble.