Balling Before I Ball
Joining Varsity Basketball, my stomachs droppin, I'm afraid I won't be poppin. I don't want to play, coach keep me in the fray. People pack the stands but I can't hardly stand. We're warming up but my hands are cold, I don't feel bold. The game is staring but I can't stop nervous farting. Coach puts me in and I start slamming that ball in. My fear gives way to the post player in my way. With my fear gone, I am light on my feet. I found my beat. No one can stop my heat. The game is done, I feel as if I've won. I now know, fear is a tether. Trying to hold me back but I know that is whack.
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