They say a rose by any other name will still smell as sweet But what about another color Will a black rose still captivate the heart And remind you of love? Or will it be ****** doomed and cast away Its aroma enchant you and fill you with lust or will it remind you of death and decay This ***** is strong Its stems carry the burden of people forgotten This ***** is dangerous Its thorns stab and ***** In the name of vengeance Vengeance for every rose cast aside for its imperfections This ***** is beautiful Its petals flawless and noble A red rose thrives in the sun and wilts under pressure But the black rose Grows in all conditions Plants strong roots in concrete and despite the odds I rise!