A Colony(Stringed Haynaku)

by Yakori bint Muhammed   Nov 18, 2012


18th November, 2012.

Brown
rusty sunlight
smeared atop roofings.

Beaming
withering carriage
during autumns presence.

Trees
entwine, knitted
around ancient buildings.

Clad
in Aso-Oke
of grandeur prestige.

Chanting
incantations spawn
by panegyrics crux.

Cradling
hazy stance
adorning lofty demeanour.

Vast
colony furnishing
especial West citizens.

Proud
talking drum
eulogizing Yoruba heritage.

(c) Y-MAG

*Aso-Oke - is a fabric used by the people in the Western part of Nigeria.
*Yoruba - is a tribal group in Nigeria predominantly existing in the Western region.
*Talking drum - a type of drum used by people in Yorubaland.

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  • 11 years ago

    by Ashdown

    I googled Haynaku to get an understanding of what it actually is, it's really neat. This is a very impressive poem. I've read some other poems of yours but was feeling speechless as of how to comment. You are very talented.

  • 12 years ago

    by Ingrid

    Wow, Yakori..this is just so very beautiful..I am speechless here!

    In just so few words you described the complete picture of your country.

    I love the string of formatted short poems, very strong wording, so intense and so alluring.

    You've got some talent, girl!

    Well done,

    5/5 Ingrid

  • You have aced this form, Yakori. Not one aspect of the piece appears forced, it all just flowed smoothly.

    This was a thoughtful and thought-provoking poems. There were a few aspects where I was unsure of the meaning - thanks for the brief definitions below. haha (:
    But even though my understanding lacked in the first read I couldn't help thinking, WOW! this is truly beautiful! It's an ode to your talent, Yakori!

    Also, there were a few new words I learnt today - panegyrics: eulogy - as well as those you have mentioned above. This culture sounds so intriguing!

    Your word choice and arrangement was outstanding - who could string so many beautiful and vibrant words together, but you, my dear!

    One minor typo:
    'Icantations' should be 'Incantations I think.

    Five/Five

  • 12 years ago

    by Amreen

    Amazingly done... I agree with PP...It dint seemed to be forced. I love the descriptions you give here.. Its like a door to the culture and heritage of yoruba people... vivid!!
    Wonderful:)

  • 12 years ago

    by PinkyPrincess

    This was a really nice poem! I really enjoyed reading it.

    First, it didn't even seem like a formed structure because it wasn't forced.

    I love how this poem is descriptive and you are great at writing nature poems!

    Great job hon :)

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