As an outcast,
I’ve learned to outlast,
Remember—
Never tethered to—
My past
From which I’m cast,
Though never outclassed.
Gone through a fast,
Came out with flying colors—
I fucking passed—
Despite doubters amassed.
You know what?
I had a goddamned blast.
Christ! I know!
How long will this last?
Go ahead, cast me out.
I’m used to that
As an outcast,
But know this:
You can cast me out,
Yet, without any doubt,
No matter how much you pout,
I won’t be counted out.
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Author:
Tristan Robert Lange (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Inspired by the P.O.D. song โOutkastโ of their album, "The Fundamental Elements of Southtown".
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Now that brings a whole new contemporary expression โknow thyself!โ ๐๐ป๐๏ธ
Indeed! Thank you so much, my friend! Glad it resonated! ๐ฅ๐ถ๏ธ๐ข๐
Most welcome amigo๐๐ป๐๏ธ
A strong poem of grit and determination, perseverance and toughness. The continued reoccurring line rhymes gave the added impression of perseverance. Nicely done Tristan
Thank you, Soren! Your time, analysis and support are always appreciated, my friend! Glad the poem and its rhymes delivered! ๐ฅ๐ถ๏ธ๐ข๐
In olden days, if not liking someone, they would say 'Out with him / her!'
Yes, indeed! I know/remember the phrase! "Out with 'so and so"!" Indeed. I wonder why that phrase rings so familiar in my ears...? ๐คทโโ๏ธ๐คฃ Thanks Orchi! I always look forward to what you have to offer, my friend! You are truly appreciated! ๐ฅ๐ถ๏ธ๐ข๐
Sweet. Powerful work.
Thank you, Thomas! Glad it delivered, my friend! An ode to all of us out on the fringes! ๐ค๐ Rock on, fellow poet! Glad it delivered! ๐ฅ๐ถ๏ธ๐ข๐
New song rec: "Outcast" by NF !
Ooh. Will check it out! Thanks for the recommend, the read, and the fave! ๐ฅ๐ถ๏ธ๐ข๐
UPDATE: Dang! He's good. Real tight rhymes! LOVE IT!
haha I'm glad you like the song!
For sure. I ended up listening to several others by him following that. Thanks again!
Of course!
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