If Only
If only my young black brothers and sisters
were taught our history
what a different world it would be.
If only my young black brothers
were taught there was a better way
to keep the lights on than slangin' and gang bangin'
what a different world it would be.
If only my young black sisters
were taught that you don't have to be
lighter to be considered a beauty,
what a different world it would be.
Oh, if only...
This poem is about:
Me
My community
Our world