Slavery

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I live my life wishing to be free,

thinking there is some clear solution I should see.

Just like my ancestors,

I am a slave not to man but mind.

From the blade my wrists are lined.

My self-esteem works hard to stay alive

but it is whipped and crushed.

The pain is all on the inside.

But my heart will write a new emancipation proclamation.

Maybe I'm strong enough to break these chains.

I will free my brain,

and embrace my name.

With help I will rise above.

Myself I will learn to love.

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