Comments : I am Young Gifted and Black

  • 12 years ago

    by Dagmar Wilson

    Never be ashamed of your skincolor
    We are all equal in Gods eyes. Does the color really matters, isn't it the Inside that counts
    Very beautiful piece, interesting and eye
    opener

  • 12 years ago

    by Max

    "If there is one thing i know,
    is that I am true to myself
    A proud African son whose not
    ashamed of his skin"
    nice start
    it is true that many Africans are ashamed of being black but why would u be ashamed of being your self it is amazing dude

    "I keep hope in my pockets
    while i busk in the son
    and search for faith
    deep in the chambers of my heart"
    i like the imagery in first line it is so cool haha
    2nd line son-->sun typo i think
    nice 2 lines its like you're looking for faith inside yourself and you know you got it but it need to be found,best part of the poem in my opinion

    "I am becoming a man each day
    with my own struggles and desires
    Still, failure is a word that has
    never tasted my lips"

    another good lines that shows the pride u have since the start of the poem this is totally gr8 last 2 lines are wonderful its like you never accepted to fail and never will

    "I have grown to conquer misery,
    to stand proud and tall knowing
    I am young gifted and black
    with a passion to write"
    this is quite powerful ending you are gona conquer it for sure

    i love this alot
    i am proud to be a son of Africa too
    Thanks for posting his
    5/5 keep writing =)

  • 12 years ago

    by Ms Happiness

    A M A Z I N G, I love love love love this piece, how you stand strong not caring about anyone.
    Great poem Paul:)

  • 12 years ago

    by Lostlove1

    A great poem Paul

    check this line dear:
    while i busk in the sun

    while I bask in the sun.

    Awesome message inside this poem too. always be true to YOU

  • 12 years ago

    by Xanthe

    Powerful piece, Paul. I absolutely love this. Keep writing!

  • 12 years ago

    by Veamm

    Greetings

    I like reading poems about life, So meaningful and full of pride.

    If there is one thing i know,
    is that I am true to myself
    A proud African son whose not
    ashamed of his skin

    Racism is the worst problem in our society, Yes, even now they said people are more civilized but thats not true, in every part of the world racism still happens. Especially among the poor and powerless people. Good job be proud and stand tall because no one can bring you down.

    Very meaningful
    Keep it up

  • 12 years ago

    by Lioness

    Paul this poem is so strong and powerful. I love the meaning behind this. You know who you are you don't need to tell yourself but you want to tell the rest of the world that you are proud to be who you are. I think that is fantastic. I love the strength behind the words.

    An awesome write Paul

    x

  • 12 years ago

    by L

    Yeah, this is a strong and powerful piece.

    It made me smile, I like reading piece where the author is confident and knows about himself because it makes me happy.

  • 12 years ago

    by The Po whet

    I have to say that this is one of my favorites write from You Paul,the message is simple but powerful & also very inspiring.
    "I keep hope in my pockets
    while I bask in the sun"/
    "still, my lips know not
    the taste of failure "
    I'm so proud to be African too.

  • 12 years ago

    by Meena Krish

    The title of this poem is filled with confident and it draws the reader to read more!

    If there is one thing i know,
    is that I am true to myself
    A proud African son whose not
    ashamed of his skin

    ^A very good and sincere statement! There are some who feel ashamed just to say where they are from but your voice behind these lines is filled with pride and confidence! Liked it :)

    I keep hope in my pockets
    while i bask in the sun
    and search for faith
    deep in the chambers of my heart

    ^Another verse that portrays a young man who has not lost hope and walks hand in hand with faith. This particular stanza really stands out!

    I have grown to conquer misery,
    to stand proud and tall knowing
    I am young gifted and black
    with a passion to write

    ^This closing stanza sums up and paints a picture of a confident, strong and willed young man who writes what his heart holds..excellent write!!

  • 12 years ago

    by AnotherPlasticSmile

    This is strong, powerful, and unique because in today's world it can seem like everyone and everything is out to bring you down but not for you this has more than just emotion this has SOUL

  • 12 years ago

    by Yakori bint Muhammed

    Proudly African, beautiful piece as always. :-) ...

  • 12 years ago

    by East Poetry

    This poem is the polar opposite and the most beautiful answer to your previous poem titled Failure. love the contrast!! full of confidence.

  • 12 years ago

    by Areeba

    This is lovely :)