Hotep,
The apocalyptic style
of writing is a literary tool capable of camouflaging the education of
disparities within our every day existence.
What may be revelatory or prophetic to some, proves to be a mystery to
others. Na mean?
This is one of the
reasons how I’ve come to appreciate the literary expressions of J. Dushame
Murrell, a.k.a. “Roc.” His work has been featured within this movement since
his 9/11/11 debut, “The Art of Expression: Heroin vs. Heroin/ Mourning vs.
Morning.” This piece was written class now available to North Carolina death
row prisoners. It’s an expression in
which Dushame shows a great appreciate for writing, and takes on the
responsibility of being a positive and constructive influence to those on the
other side of the wall.
On this KING DAY, the
evolution of the assassination of a great president, to the assassination of a
great president’s character, rings throughout this expression called, “Mistaken
Identity.” The parallel of the dismal Hurricane Katrina relief efforts to the
broken levees of this North Carolina justice system is simply artistic genius.
Nuff Said,
MannofStat
Copyright © 2014 by
Leroy Elwood Mann
South Park – Kenny or Kennedy
Fix my journal – Remember the turn left on Fitzgerald.
Travel through the brawls – memories of white hoods,
Horses – vision of burning wood.
Cartoon thoughts to scream cease.
The smoke will leave you hoarse – voice less. R.I.P.
Not ready to die – just put scarface – n – my diary.
Watch the ghetto boy survive – Identity theft.
Approaching the likes of Willy Lynch with stealth.
Touch any forbidden fruit – I promise you troops,
Blood, sweat and tears – Dog’s barking.
Mothers labor – n – fear!
To sit in these forsaken streets – Remember the Dream.
Neighborhoods ‘MOVE’ for Kings. Identity…
Motion for non-violence denied. MANN of STAT…
Witness a moment of silence.
For the peers being taken for granted.
Malcolm, King, Huey P., PAC – So many drums beaten –
My heart won’t stop.
Cherish Barack!
Who they labeled a coward, Depict as a communist.
Michelle advocating the Pro BLACK FIST!
Identity Crisis…
Death now on sacred ground
How many burials will never be found.
Amazing grace – Exhume the carcass of WIC,
Programs up for Auction, while cops negotiate –
The coffin of a soldier.
Domestic abuse
Got the audacity to confuse – adolescent AMBITION
So the youth appear to be suspicious…
Art of view
Media Master – Viewers Discretion.
A King’s profile should never be apprehended
For Department of Corrections.
Welcome to the Terror Dome
And this ain’t Katrina.
The levee is broke – FEMA don’t exist,
And negotiations never been for…
Mistaken Identity.
J. Dushame Murrell, a.k.a. Roc
Copyright © 2014 by J. Dushame Murrell
Very Nice! I can use these writings in my class for my students. I am sure they shall love it! Thanks for the updates! Peace and Much Love!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words from a beautiful soul. His words still touch me today.
ReplyDeleteAnonymous Educator,
ReplyDeleteBeing a teaching tool of positivity allows me to adjust the future of others. I'm honored and thank you so much for stopping by. Please continue to explore this W2TM movement.
Peace and Love,
MannofStat