My Own Path
I am not the man you need
I ride on my own lane
I’ve got no time to be a pleaser
I am neither you nor them
I don’t reflect your cycle.
I am not your soul mate
I do not action your orders
Certainly, not your construe will
I am not who you need
Not your perfect connection.
I am not the moon you seek
Surely I am not your yes-man
Nor the solitary star of your night
I am not who you need
At least not your own wheeler
I don’t trail your steps
Like an oath in the miller
I get refined by the day
I don’t mirror your mission
I’ve got my own version
They say you are the eye at the centre
But I’ve got no gravity to statue
Like a man on a mission I’ve got my own mantle
No moment to sober
Nor time to fickle.
About this poem
The message expressed in the poem is about individuality and the importance of staying true to oneself. The subject matter of the poem is the idea that each person has their own unique path in life and should not be swayed by the opinions or expectations of others. The speaker emphasizes the importance of independence and self-reliance, and encourages the reader to follow their own dreams and ambitions. Ultimately, the poem celebrates the value of individuality and the power of charting one's own course in life. more »
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