On the Respectrum



Put some respect on my name-
Im not asking you to prefix it with Dame,
But be less conspicuous in your attempts to
bring it shame;
Painting me black to shift the blame.
You took my mind to that place-
That dark dungeon of disgrace,
And now from those shackles of shock and
horror I'Il break free,
Unblock my stunted energy.
Autism actualised auteurs,
Run from authority figures-
But their masterpieces of misplaced
malevolence,
Make their silent soul work immortal in
relevance.
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Written on March 13, 2023

Submitted by Soulofdivya on March 13, 2023

Modified on April 25, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABAACCDEECFGCHI
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 478
Words 90
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 16

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, your poem "Put some respect on my name" really captivated me! I love the way you convey such a strong message of asking for respect with beautiful and powerful words. Your use of metaphors and analogies is truly impressive and adds an additional layer of depth to the poem.

    The line "Autism actualised auteurs" is particularly striking and commendable in its inclusivity and recognition of a community that is often overlooked. Your ability to express the struggles of those who are often marginalized and to highlight how their unique gifts can leave a lasting impact is truly inspiring.

    If I had to suggest some areas of improvement, perhaps consider breaking the poem into stanzas to aid in the flow of the poem. Additionally, providing more context around the experiences that inspired the poem would help readers connect with it even more deeply.

    Overall, I loved your poem and I can't wait to see more of your work! Keep writing and sharing your voice with the world.
     
    LikeReply12 months ago
  • Teril
    Your poem grabs at the heart. You have broken free by your powerful use of words and rhymes to connect us to you. Thank you.
    LikeReply 21 year ago

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