Recognize

(poems go here) RECOGNIZE The contributions of my people are no longer a mystery. Our achievements and inventions acknowledged throughout history. No one realizes how important it is to me, To know just where I came from. RECOGNIZE These beautiful people who were once treated inhumane Have accomplished these dreams that were wildly insane & you can’t pay me to believe that inside of my veins Their blood doesn’t pump through. RECOGNIZE Garret Morgan saved me from cars, when he created the traffic light Madam C.J. Walker created a hot comb; I thank her for making my hair look just right To get justice for all our people, Millions stood up to fight & all that I know is wherever I go, thanks to them My future is bright. RECOGNIZE You must know where you’re from to know where you’re going; the knowledge is all the same Don’t let the actions of our brave ancestors ever go in vain. Be thankful for what you have, and know how far you came Because if it wasn’t for African Americans, your life would not be the same. RECOGNIZE!