Your muscles and vigor does not make you a symbol of crime.
You are brave but innocent,
You are not a weapon of destruction,
Your are an epitome of strength and valour,
Your are courageous in all your ways.
The pride of your clan,
A warrior and shield,
A force to be reckoned with.
Let not your heart be swayed,
Let them not sell you a lie,
Let them not have you in the palm of their hands.
Young black boy.
You are a young bud yet to blossom,
A priceless jewel you are.
Young black boy.
You are a protector and not a predator,
You are a savior and not a slave.
Stay true to your convictions,
Let your heritage be your pride,
And have it on your shoulder,
Lest it dies and be forgotten.
Young black boy, be a ray of shinning light,
Paving a path that will linger on.
Art credit: Pinterest & Ryan Hewett.
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