cracks in the foundation
a skeleton of a structure
humanity under sedation
tarnished blood no cure
one more lost servant
preaching Jesus saves
in these times so urgent
we’re all their slaves
do you believe
in something you’ve never seen
why can’t you conceive
a metaphor so serene
the body is a temple
and we all abuse it
cut and clean it’s simple
we’re so full of shit
one more lost prayer
missing the mark
another game another player
ignite the spark
do you believe
in something you’ve never seen
why can’t you conceive
a metaphor so serene
life is death
it’s a metaphor
a fucking metaphor
hold your breath
for a metaphor
a goddamn metaphor
nothing will change
we’re a metaphor
a fucking metaphor
always the same
another metaphor
a goddamn metaphor
loss of faith
it’s divine intervention
loss of faith
it’s only complication
i said loss of faith..
Copyright @ Damian DeadLove 2001
The interesting thing about this one to me, is that there are people who call themselves “of faith” and use the rhetoric but don’t walk the walk. I was reminded of so many of those people…especially in the current atmosphere of the world…they speak without real understanding and definitely no faith. As a man of faith now, I imagine you recognize the difference. As one who hadn’t come to that place yet, I’m not surprised you still called it out. You always take me somewhere with your pieces…often on a rant. This one is no exception, my friend
Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Willow. So glad you connected with the write my friend. The phrase has been bastardized for sure, by those who choose to use it for personal gain, whether it be financial or merely for social status. Some treat it like it’s something that looks good on their Resume. Yeah, I see the difference for sure. lol. The younger me would have never thought I’d arrive at this conclusion. I’ve always called things out, somethings are a constant in my life I guess. Thanks for the killer commentary. Appreciate you.
Damian
Powerful work. You nailed it.
Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Thomas. So glad you connected with the lyrics my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
As someone who lived under violence of many types for years, l can understand your intense words and feelings, for me I couldn’t lose my Faith at any circumstances, my belief is that the humans must believe in something( I’m not speaking only religiously) so they can move on in life without being completely lost.
“the body is a temple
and we all abuse it”
I was touched by these lines, many many times we are not treating ourselves kindly. This poem is touching. Thank You my friend 💖
Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Light. So glad you connected with the lyrics my friend. That was deep my friend, but beautifully stated. I agree without faith of any sort (not limited only to religion) humans easily become completely lost. Sorry you had to go through violence my friend, you’re a survivor and a gifted poetess whose words burn brightly with positive energy.
That’s one of my favorites lines as well. I concur we don’t always treat ourselves kindly. I’m glad you enjoyed the write. Appreciate you.
Damian
And Thank You for your heartfelt and positive response 🤍 I’m glad You could find your way out and started a new journey where there is peace and comfort, may your days be filled with joy and Light💕😊 🕊️🙏🏻
Thanks so much. And a peaceful journey to you as well my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian