As you want you may call me old fashioned or call me lame,
I not need to bleach my skin or wear tats to stepping up my game.
You say I'm black, but I AM beautiful, proud and not shame.
You laughed at me hysterically like I am insane.
You say me 'swag waan tun up!' And I dress too plain.
I will never be a 'sell out' so keep you bloody diamonds and chains.
I have nothing to prove so get dat inna yuh brain.
You can't change me with money, I am GREAT and I remain the same.
For me Life is about love, caring and sharing... not about vanity, bright lights and fame.
I have being on my journey from far through sunshine and rain.
I will reach my destiny whether I walk or take the train.
I AM GOOD WITH ME... It will soon become the time for me to reign.
Generations to come will pay close attention to these words I am saying,
I told you that I am great indeed, this poetry will not erased in vain.
I need not to be smoking to get a cool meds inna me brian,
I man nuh do drugs, therefore I will never snort your cocaine.
If I am weak and wanna feel high? I call on JAH name.
By Craig A. Kirkland (c) 2012