The Albatross (a poem intended to be a song)

While the lyrics make a reference to Rime of the Ancient Mariner, this short poem/song is about relationships.

Among my high school English class

was told a story of a man

who tried to shoot his obstacles between the eyes-

(much to his demise)

Well, I can't say I'm blamin' him

but in the end, he didn't win

and from my breast, so suddenly arose within

A state of shame!

For I cannot say that my poor papa's proud of me, proud of me

Mark a seraph fallen out of place

But with a heart set forwards, some can turn away, turn away

Unclean, yet full of forgiveness,

forgiveness

forgiveness

Bizarre is growin' wings these days

so settle for some honest praise

and aim a little higher,

(Life shouldn't be a broken record)

Call the pieces altogether

and keep your eye out for the weather!

If you don't, the consequences usher in

A raise of Cain!

For I cannot say that my poor papa's proud of me, proud of me

Mark a seraph fallen out of place

But with a heart set forwards, we can turn away, turn away

Unclean, yet full of forgiveness

Forgiveness

Forgiveness

Forgiven.

©amyatracy 06/02/2012-2016

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