Let Me Be Honest

Sometimes you just need to call them out.

Your deep-seeded deceit
Has grown roots once again
Tinsel tossed whispers
And sugar coated grins
On stage we're just actors
Watch us wallow in our sin
Your dagger pointed at our backs
Yet you title us your friends
Recounted deeds of glory
Such a following you win
Your mettle merely plastic
But our battles you begin
Defenseless co-defendants
Left hanging out to dry
This weathered, weary watcher
Waiting for us all to die

Reviews

[ObZen]

About a certain demographic in particular? The media? Politicicans? ....Drug dealers...?

[LapseOfMind]

Just some local people yet I'm sure these words can be applied to just about any group one would want to

[ObZen]

Based on your artistic ability the writing can speak to anyone, depending on their own life's experiences. I believe that is the essense of any form of art. Its intended for the observer to interpret it in their own way. Keep writing, although I have a love/hate relationship when reading your work. It almost always touches me but at times discourages myself from writing myself. Fault goes to my smothering prode...

[LapseOfMind]

I agree, I believe as well that art is supposed to be interpreted by the viewer. That we can all experience the same piece of art differently. Honestly, I don't feel my work is any good, I just write what must come out at that moment. Most of my poems are written in about 5 minutes or so, I just flow and then stop, never look back. I say to you, write write write! Let yourself flow and write what must come out

[Farrsight]

Nice! It not only sounds good out loud, but inside my head! (Maybe those are the same things, I'm not sure.) 🙃

[LapseOfMind]

Awesome, I'm glad that you enjoyed it!

[Farrsight]

Me, too! Thanks for a good read!

[Mya Q]

Really good, expressive and I appreciate the fact that you didn't try to rhyme too much. Striking and powerful good work.

[LapseOfMind]

I really appreciate that, thank you

[Mya Q]

You're very welcome.

[Coyote Poetry]

I liked the honest and direct words and thoughts. Some people never show real face. Maybe it is their safety? Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[LapseOfMind]

Thank you very much, i appreciate it

[Coyote Poetry]

Was my pleasure and you are welcome.