It's all about belonging isn't it
the moment we arrive here
we are clearly informed
of what belongs to what
and who belongs to who.
As toddlers we suck nipples
that belong to us if we’re lucky
as we grow up we draw borders
our designated areas, territories
our identities are carved in sand
our names, numbers, birthmarks.
Earth is divided amongst nations
who have been fighting for eons
to defend or expand the borders.
There is also the issue of money
the indisputable power it commands
Just about anyone is prepared to do
just about anything to acquire money
It is so powerful, it can coerce people
into becoming willing, voluntary slaves.
A new arrival to this life has nought say
this is the way it is, we’re locked in that.
For the suffering meek, mortality is relief
while for the lavish masters, death is hell
life is full of irony, winners end up losing.
Is anyone in charge of the entire picture
or are those who assume to be in charge
are only concerned in holding on to power.
We are a part of nature for what it's worth
why not play our part as custodians of life
what goes around comes back we’re aware
borders are to asunder, I’d much rather share
a united World I aspire, that is the bottom line.
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