welshbyte

Before I start a thread of my poetry and ramblings, I think a bit of backgound would help readers understand me a little better:

I began learning to play guitar in August 2003 and I soon realised that I enjoyed writing my own little tunes a lot more than playing music that other people have written. With that came a keen interest in writing lyrics. I started writing lyrics with no music when I didnt have access to my guitar and that's what showed me that I enjoy writing poems. All the words, however inspired, influenced or inexperienced they may be, come from my thoughts and feelings at the time. I would cite some examples of my influences as Shakespeare, Radiohead and an unhealthy daily infusion of dumbed down television shows and mini-city life. I like to keep an eye on current affairs for inspiration too. So, here's my first (and probably most bitter) poem. Feedback welcome.

-Dummy's Guide-
(Dedicated to the government)

Wake in the morning and pull on your best character
Another day at the races
Bored of losing bets on landmine football
Free overseas call to sue another telecoms company
Pay to cage the animals who steal your dinner
And call it punishment
Pop a pill to relax
Complain about your aching backs
Sit back in your £1000 armchair for the rest of the week
Forget about the world
Its not your Aikea kitchen
Choke on the genetically modified fat of the land
The sheep will flock
To chew your socks
As your face is turning blue

- welshbyte

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