Void

He wanted a revolution

But when it was given, he was too afraid to fight

Words are shouted as if listener's ears are nothing but void

Because when the time comes to take action

We shrink back into our shadows

I don't believe you meant it when you promised me you'd fight

I gave you the chance, and you cowered before me

I want words to mean something. 

I am not just a void, I remember what you promised

And you tried to silence me when I called you out

Because they were just words to you, words don't mean a thing

"Sticks and stones," you said,

If only that were true.

my scars, they healed.

my bones, they healed.

but I still cling to your words. 

Words?

Words are nothing.

Words are fleeting.

an invention of man 

designed to dignify a filthy world

but oh how beautiful they are

when spoken from your lips

even though I know

I'm nothing but a void

a mirror

for you to admire your own charms

I'd want the world to listen

and see

and know

that I am here to stay.

Carve my words into the pavement of your hearts

Let my voice resonate through your veins

My words will be heard

I am not a void.