Let Her Roar

I have mentioned some poets in the past that inspire me. But I think I forgot one. I only forgot them because they are a little unorthodox. So, without further ado, will the real slim shady please stand up?

When I was in high school I became very angry with the world. Right around that same time Eminem’s album “Not Afraid” was released. As I’m sure most of you know, Eminem’s song “Not Afraid” became a huge hit and was on the radio a lot. That introduced me to his music. You would think his older music would’ve found me first. And it did. But it didn’t resonate with my emotions like this song could. So I started listening to that entire album and found a way to cope with my anger. That album was the soundtrack to my senior year. Now I listen to all of his music. And even now, 12 years later, I still find solace in his music when my anger burns.

When I started writing poetry I noticed the lyrics of his songs more and was in awe of them. Eminem’s ability to manipulate the English language fascinated me. I feel that every time I listen to one of his songs I find another punch line in it or notice a new way that the words fit together. Enter inspiration. This one’s for the Eminem fans.

There’s vomit on her sweater already
Moms spaghetti
She’s nervous
But on the surface she looks calm and ready to drop bombs
But
she keeps on forgetting 
“It would be so empty without me”

Her thoughts are sporadic, she acts like an addict
She won't get another chance, life is no Nintendo game

She fears how she feels inside
It may seem a little crazy pretty baby
But I promise mamas gonna be alright 

In the dark it’s time to exercise these demons. These motherfuckers are doing jumping jacks. Now she’s not afraid. Her pen’ll go off when she half cocks it. Then they’re gonna taste her venom

-anger inspiration and admiration 
-the Eminem show