Kristen Graham: “BLK boy joy”

BLK boy joy

They carry a smile that shines through darkness
And wear skin that is targeted by the heartless.
Yet they still keep their black boy joy.

A crown is bestowed upon them the day they are born
but society tells them it should not be worn.
Yet they still keep their black boy joy.

Mothers hold their sons just as tight as
cops grip their guns.
Yet they still keep their black boy joy.

Black boys need guidance before they are told
they have a right to remain silent.
They will try to take his black boy joy.

A black boy bleeds, a black boy demands peace,
but they continue to treat him like he is from the streets.
They will try to take his black boy joy.

Little blacks hands and little black feet.
Hands behind bars wondering when he will be free.
They will try to take his black boy joy.

That black boy will soon become a man
that will have to take a stand against
oppression that has lead to his aggression
with a knee in his neck trying to suppress him.
Don’t let them take your back boy joy.

With skin that shines in the day and burns like a fire at night.
Continue to fight, continue to voice what is right.
Just don’t let them take your joy, my little black boy.

What are you looking for?