City of Ashes

Part 1

City of Ashes

Samuel Ludke

Published by American Poets Inc., 2023.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

CITY OF ASHES

First edition. October 17, 2023.

Copyright © 2023 Samuel Ludke.

Written by Samuel Ludke.

I want to rock

In a world of rhythm and rhyme,

Where melodies flow through space and time,

I find myself in a musical dream,

Saying, "I think I want to rock," it seems.

From the gentle strum of an acoustic guitar,

To the thunderous roar of an electric star,

Music's power is boundless and deep,

A language of the heart, secrets to keep.

I think I want to rock, to set my soul free,

To let the music flow, to let it be me,

To ride the waves of a roaring sea,

Where the beat of the drums sets my spirit free.

In the quiet hours of the night,

I feel the urge, a burning light, To grab a guitar, to take the stage,

And let the world hear my musical rage. The bass rumbles low, a heartbeat's thrum,

The keyboard's fingers dance, a kingdom to come,

With lyrics that echo the depths of my soul,

I'll play my part, make it whole.

I'll sing with a voice that's strong and true,

My passion and dreams, they'll shine through,

Guitars will wail, and cymbals will crash,

In this musical journey, I'll make a splash.

With every note, I'll break down the wall,

A rebel's spirit, I'll stand tall,

For in the realm of rock and roll,

I'll find a home for my heart and soul.

In the haze of stage lights and sweat,

I'll play my songs, and I won't forget,

That saying, "I want to rock," is more than a phrase,

It's a way of life, a fire that never decays.

So let the music flow, let it ignite,

The flames of passion burning bright,

For I know deep down in my core,

I was born to rock, forevermore.

From the classics of the past to the new,

Rock and roll is a genre tried and true,

With every chord and every scream,

I'll chase my dreams, let them be my theme.

In the world of rock, I'll take my stand,