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Being black is the essence of strength The ones my ancestors relied on to survive When forcibly shipped across the ocean's length Hanging on to only hope just to keep alive . Being black is the essence of performance The ones we put up at the mighty Apollo When jazz and blues fill hearts with romance As Chuck Berry's feet moved like flamingo . Being black is the essence of toughness Like those possesed by the giant baobab Comes rain, storms, it stands in calmness Defiant just like the sons of Queen Habib . Being Black is the essence of athleticism Portrayed by LeBron James, Jordan and Tiger Gifted Black brothers born with enthusiasm Black Essence runs deep as the River Niger .
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Jan 7, 2018
Jan 7, 2018 at 8:01 PM UTC
Black Essence
Being black is the essence of strength The ones my ancestors relied on to survive When forcibly shipped across the ocean's length Hanging on to only hope just to keep alive . Being black is the essence of performance The ones we put up at the mighty Apollo When jazz and blues fill hearts with romance As Chuck Berry's feet moved like flamingo . Being black is the essence of toughness Like those possesed by the giant baobab Comes rain, storms, it stands in calmness Defiant just like the sons of Queen Habib . Being Black is the essence of athleticism Portrayed by LeBron James, Jordan and Tiger Gifted Black brothers born with enthusiasm Black Essence runs deep as the River Niger .
Very inspirational piece, ceremoniously rich in tone...Black Essence celebrates my people, their struggles ,strengths athleticism and talents .
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50/M/Norway
Jan 7, 2018
Jan 7, 2018 at 8:01 PM UTC
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