Black and Strong

Black and Strong
By: Orlando M. Hundley
(A little boy wonders about life and why he’s treated differently)



They say:

If your are black, then you are not strong
If you are small, then you are weak
Don’t be ashamed; you’ve done nothing wrong
Stand up tall and be the peak.
The peak that stands out
Yeah- show them what you are all about
Hold your chin up. No that’s not the way,
Sit down and I’ll show you today
Straighten your back and look up high
You are almost there, now touch the sky
Shoulders broad, stomach in
Show them the real you
That you hide with-in
Feet together, hands by your side
Now we are ready for the adventurous ride!
Are you ready to walk the world?
Look at me! I am a shinny black pearl
No not that one. I’m over here
Black and Strong can’t you see clear.