Black Child Lost
Alone in a dream
Clinging to hopes
Afraid to let go
Tossing aside fears
Not wanting to be scared
Bragging rights on fears
Chest puffed up with anger
Leaning on a wall of uncertainty
Back against a wind that blows hate

Black Child Lost
Wearing colors of rage
Running with shoes full of pain
Gloves made from fists of misunderstanding
Pants filled with pockets of anger
A hat that covers a head of dreams
Covered in a coat of veiled victory

Black Child Lost
No role model to look up to
No super hero to save his soul
No rescue or savior for the weary
No white knight that protects against abuse
No overdraft protection for returned pain
No safe house for the fatherless home
No hug and kisses for the motherless child

Black Child Lost
Looking skyward for a way out
Looking back for a hand to hold
Looking north and south for a little peace
Looking east and west for a common bond of love
Looking for direction
Black Child Lost