A Shy Kid

Jevon
Nov 6, 2020

I do not know you, and that’s rough

So sitting in silence isn’t all that tough

See I want to talk to you

But I’m not sure how to talk to you

My friends are few and I’ve known them a while

A long while, a throwback to running the mile

Before I can talk a frog hijacks my throat

I guess he needed a brand new coat

I could have a little sip before I drive the boat

But something tells me I’ll end up having to float

See I’m not trying to be aloof

I’ve heard everything you said, here’s proof

It’s just that I have this nagging feeling

It’s this hook in my jaw and away it’s reeling

I promise you it won’t be all bad

But if it is I might be a little sad

Change “might” to “will be” if we’re being real

If you couldn’t tell my poker face won’t seal any deal

I’d say I’m bold, boisterous, and belligerent

But that’s like saying mosquitos are heaven sent

Maybe they are and I’m being ungrateful

But you see how after some time I got playful?

So yeah, I’m a shy kid and I’m damn proud

Even if that means I’m lost in the crowd

Like I said, I’m a shy kid and I’m proud

It’s not like I can’t get a little loud.

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Jevon

Gwendolyn Brooks’ Ignored Protégé. Fledgling Technologist. Amateur Voice Actor.