Like the rose

that grew from concrete

Or 

like the whale

that survived

with no air

Or

like the one who cared

but didn't dare

to risk their life

for your

all have one thing in common.

 

All show perseverance

 

One who believes

and struggles to achieve

are the ones

who receive

the fruits of their labor

 

One who believes

but doesn't execute will not

 

It is a sad truth

but must be realized

that just because school isn't for you

doesn't mean that rapping 

or playing basketball is

 

A small percentage of kids who drop out 

make it big

 

What makes you any different?