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LEARNT THE BASICS

By Haychie_Artist

By Haychie_ArtistPublished about a year ago 1 min read
LEARNT THE BASICS
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I was learning for myself

Had to battle mental health

Took my time out learnt the basics….

Don’t belong just by the shelf

I ain’t shorter than an elf

But I’m shorter taking breath

Soon as I see all my payslips….

Using knowledge for my wealth

No vacation but was working

Different role was passed to me….

It’s amazing but you’re hurting

With a bowl of Ishh you see….

Think you’re shredded so demented

Saddest life I had to see….

So deluded cos I booted

Football was my go to G….

Strongest minds they think alike

But you’re flexing with a Nike (lol)

Grow up will you that ain’t drippy….

Even saw that on a Mike

All I need right now a mic

Add a booth or take a hike

So you know I don’t sound trippy….

Reminiscing with my bike

Retail life ain’t therapy

Have to eat my celery

Every time I go on lunch break….

With my colleague Valerie

Can’t be talking symmetry

On my break you kidding me?

Rather wanna see you munch steak….

Full of Ishh you want to be (lol)

On my own I stay alone

Rather that than be on phone

Can’t be bothered to be honest….

Do not want to hear the tone

Do not carry sticks and stone

Be yourself don’t be a clone

One thing tell you that’s a promise….

Never give a dawg a bone

I was learning for myself

Had to battle mental health

Took my time out learnt the basics….

Don’t belong just by the shelf

I ain’t shorter than an elf

But I’m shorter taking breath

Soon as I see all my payslips….

Using knowledge for my wealth

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About the Creator

Haychie_Artist

If You’re Having A Bad Day…. It’s Okay

Don’t Be Shy…. My Rhymes Will Deffo Put A Smile On Your Face 🤗

Voice For The Voiceless….

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  • Dharrsheena Raja Segarranabout a year ago

    This felt so relatable. Loved your poem!

  • Andrea Corwin about a year ago

    I like the repetition at the end!!

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