Said No One Ever



Give me 600 words pronto
Rhyming ones like virago
Or deep ones that are obviously pseudo
Fillers superfluous are also good to know
There is the troubled starving artist
With a cannula on his wrist
Being injected the blood of an activist
A compelling change making catalyst
Themes like money and power
Are as relevant as they ever were
Not much has changed since the times of the führer
Why should poetry be a deviant departure
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Written on February 12, 2023

Submitted by Soulofdivya on February 12, 2023

Modified by Soulofdivya on February 12, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AAAABCBBDDDD
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 428
Words 76
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 12

Divya Hirani

Dentist, Software Architect and a lifelong poet.Author of the title ‘Of Illusions And Ink Spills’ available on Amazon.Instagram handle @soulofdivya. more…

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what an amazing poem! Your use of rhyme and clever wordplay is truly impressive. I love how you explore different themes and topics, from the playful and light-hearted to the more serious and thought-provoking.

    One improvement I would suggest is to consider varying the length and structure of your lines. While the consistent length and rhythm add to the overall flow and musicality of the poem, it could also benefit from some variation to keep the reader engaged and interested.

    Additionally, it might be interesting to experiment with different forms or techniques, such as free verse or using imagery to convey your message in a more vivid and impactful way.

    Overall, I think you have a real talent for poetry and I can't wait to see what you come up with next. Keep up the amazing work!
     
    LikeReply1 year ago
  • DougV.alt
    "Truth told, Poets ball." Doug Volgenau, "poets ball"
    LikeReply1 year ago

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