I don't know why the blackbird sings.

I don't know why the blackbird sings.

A Poem by Chris Shaw

I don't know why the blackbird sings,
though I am grateful that he brings
to me a tuneful melody.

At dawn he greets me with a song,
while perched upon the silver birch.
He charms my mood with poetry.

If ever I should fail to hear
those soulful notes so sweet and clear,
they'll be no hope of saving me.

For I'll be lost forever more
where sounds of nature can't be heard
and all the garden birds have flown
and left me to eternity.

© 2019 Chris Shaw


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ah, "forever more"
"as i ponder weak and weary" although this is a version much more hopeful...this speaker is not visited by the foreboding Raven....this birds song is beautiful...and the speaker wants to hear more, live more...
Not ready to fly with the blackbird into eternity's cloud.
j.

Posted 4 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

How right you are. The blackbird's song is a melody for living. I can think of nothing finer than to.. read more



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it left a huge tug in my heart, it's almost like, the speaker is leaving and will be somewhere none has ever really confirmed, just stories of comfort and assurance.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Many thanks Markus, I appreciate your visit and response. All the best.

Chris
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This is a wonderful and beautiful poem!
The imagery of the Black bird singing and your appreciation of its melody represents the beauty of nature and compassionate human gratitude, which is needed since we cohabitate in harmony with nature. And when we pay attention to Mother Earth's small, big and significant details (such as flowers, sun, moon, stars, rivers...) as you so rightly do here noticing the singing of the Black bird, then we find inspiration, wonder and beauty.

I love the poem's overall layout and structure. The rhyme scheme feels natural and balanced rhythmically. The imagery and word choice are in sync with context, concept and content. The last stanza, having an extra line, adds smooth necessary and still yet complementary contrast to the whole poem, avoiding monotony. You express your ideas with truth, love and beauty.
Your awareness of craftsmanship and your passion and skill as a poet makes this poem a wonderful gem, a masterpiece, an inspiration.

Well done!

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

I am most touched by your thorough and thoughtful review. You have really read and understood my mot.. read more
You remind me of the song-
‘Blackbird singing in the dead of night
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life
You were only waiting for this moment to arise....’

Black bird is changing your mood with melody and harmony! You are now worry for the day when all the birds will fly leaving you alone and you don’t hear the sounds of nature anymore! Nobone wants to leave the beauty of nature Christine! Long live and stay peaceful.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

You know how important nature is to me and the blackbird singing is one of those gifts that is given.. read more
HB Rita

4 Years Ago

You will live with the nature and beauty for forever..... the greens will turn in to yellow someday,.. read more
Winderful words of appreciation- yes the distant sound of birds singing and calling out un nature is a melody to ease ur mind 🌹

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Thank you Kelly for appreciation the song of blackbirds. Many thanks.

Chris
‘Thoughts In Time’🌹

4 Years Ago

My pleasure🌹🌹🌹
Oh yes, birdsong is the most uplifting music i can imagine; especially from the beautiful blackbird singing his little heart out on a spring morning :)

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

I am not looking at news headlines or even buying newspapers at the moment. It just stirs up unwante.. read more
Stella Armour

4 Years Ago

it does Chris.... seeing as i am not mobile enough to do much i think today will be spent listening .. read more
Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Good idea. Happy listening :)
Beautiful write, love your words, so elegantly put together ;-]

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Thank you Weeping willow for your encouraging review. All good wishes

Chris
It's engaging to listen to nature. The lilts of a breeze often bring the coo of a mourning dove to me, and I find it most endearing. I believe the caws of the crow are actually a form of communication among them. Such a stirring piece, Chris.

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Many thanks for your visit Kelly. Nature has many sweet songs.

Chris
Often seen as shade is black and the raven/crow as a dark entity however the bird has a much more deep and meaningful presence that’s simply misunderstood based on appearance. Never judge a book by its cover as this bird, it’s sweet tones of song are quite delightful.

Posted 4 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Yes the common old blackbird can bring can bring the sweetest of delights. I love to listen to their.. read more
The blackbird seems to have such an unfortunate reputation. But, you’ve brought justice in your poem. Here, black is a color we want to see.

Posted 4 Years Ago


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Chris Shaw

4 Years Ago

Yes, black here is most welcome. This is where black can be most cheering. Thank you so much for ano.. read more

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Berkshire, United Kingdom



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Albert, my paternal grandfather introduced me to Tennyson when I was nine. I have loved poetry ever since but did not attempt writing a single piece until I was 40. It's never too late to try somethin.. more..

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