And 2morrow

Because of my current 'lack of time', I'll just post one of my favorite poems while going through high school. This is one of the poems, during my teenage years, that I often recited to myself every time I wanted to see better days.

It's called "And 2morrow" by Tupac Shakur, a person I respect so much not only because of his hip-hop influence, but more so for his talent as a poet and the vision he behold which was truly ahead of his own time.

Rest in peace, 2pac.

And 2morrow

Today is filled with anger
fueled with hidden hate
scared of being outcast
afraid of common fate

Today is built on tragedies
which no one wants 2 face
nightmares 2 humanities
and morally disgraced


Tonight is filled with rage
violence in the air
children bred with ruthlessness
because no one at home cares


Tonight I lay my head down
but the pressure never stops
gnawing at my sanity
content when I am dropped


But 2morrow I c change
a chance 2 build a new
Built on spirit intent of Heart
and ideals based on truth


and tomorrow I wake with second wind
and strong because of pride
2 know I fought with all my heart
2 keep my dream alive