Poets logo

New York City

A Concrete Jungle Symphony

By Jariatu KallonPublished about a year ago 1 min read
New York City
Photo by Luke Stackpoole on Unsplash


A concrete jungle symphony, a rhythm of steel and stone,
Where dreams dance high and shadows groan.
In the heart of a city that never sleeps,
A million stories echo through the streets.

Yellow cabs, a blur of gold,
Rushing through avenues, a tale untold.
Skyscrapers pierce the heavens above,
Mirrors reflecting the city's love.

Street performers paint the air with sound,
Melodies and rhythms, a joyous unbound.
Graffiti whispers secrets on walls,
A kaleidoscope of colors, a vibrant sprawl.

From Wall Street's roar to Broadway's bright lights,
A million faces, a million sights.
In the melting pot of cultures diverse,
A symphony of life, a vibrant verse.

The scent of hot dogs and pizza in the air,
A symphony of flavors, a culinary flair.
From Chinatown's dim sum to Little Italy's pasta,
A world of tastes, a delicious fiesta.

Central Park's green heart, a tranquil oasis,
Where nature's symphony soothes and embraces.
Joggers and cyclists, a rhythmic flow,
A symphony of movement, a gentle glow.

The city that never sleeps, a vibrant hum,
A concrete jungle symphony, a never-ending drum.

social commentary

About the Creator

Jariatu Kallon

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments (2)

Sign in to comment
  • Esala Gunathilakeabout a year ago

    Your words are true. Lol, liked it.

  • Titania the Dreamweaverabout a year ago

    Beautiful and very real. <3

Find us on social media

Miscellaneous links

  • Explore
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Support

© 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.