*Illustration reference: The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
I wish that We could only see
How excellent and fair We be
When broken down to simple sections
Plainly see our imperfections
We’ve such potential to make good
Solve all our woes, I think We could
How marvelous our species is
Within our brains, each pop and fizz
The craft of Nature granted We
The gift of wit and empathy
Ability to recognize
To grow and change, to moralize
But We’re still stunted in our airs
Can choose with gall for whom We care
Some won’t give coat off of their backs
Will let the weak fall through the cracks
They justify the hurt and pain
That they inflict in search of gain
Our selfishness might override
The clemency We hold inside
But there is always chance to change
If priorities are rearranged
Let’s harvest fruit born of our talents
Returning everything to balance
If you are moved by year-end plea
Let go of You, embrace the We!