I would die for you
A thin girl with dreads sat in the corner of the coffee shop strumming a guitar. People nearby drinking coffee, ignore the empty hat on the floor.
The words she sang dug into their souls, try as they might to keep them out.
I would die – I would kill for you
Disturbing images – cast aside in today’s “I can’t be bothered” society.
A woman walks forward, touches the girl’s shoulder, offers her a sandwich and a ten dollar bill.
I give these to you because I believe in you.
The girl accepted the gifts. Her smile lit the room.
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The above is written for Lance and LeeRoy’s 100 wordsong challenge: #1 Crush from Garbage.
Posted: July 25th, 2012 under 100 word song, 100 Words, Hear Me, I wanna go home!, words.
Comments: 7
Comments
Comment from Lance
Time: July 25, 2012, 10:37 am
true story…
I was managing a band in when i first got out of a college and we booked a bar in Birmingham alabama. while waiting to get onstage we stood outside next to this grungy girl playing a Janis Joplin song, just tearing up “Piece of my Heart”. People were ignoring her. I had a 10 dollar per diem to drink on that night so I walked inside got my 10 bucks and put it in her guitar case. If I get to go to Heaven it’s because of that day…maybe
love the meaning behind this. The last line is excellent
Comment from Deana
Time: July 25, 2012, 1:56 pm
Sometimes all it takes it for 1 person to give you praise. 1 person to say they believe in you. Well done.
Comment from Carrie
Time: July 25, 2012, 8:22 pm
Simple elegance. Love the message, it’s one we need to be more aware of
Comment from Tara R.
Time: July 26, 2012, 5:22 pm
A touching moment.
Comment from SAM
Time: July 28, 2012, 1:14 pm
That last bit with the surprise kindness? I love it.
Comment from Cameron
Time: August 2, 2012, 4:18 pm
More kindness. More music. Rock on.
Comment from t
Time: July 25, 2012, 9:26 am
Thank you for that bit of sunshine, on an otherwise gloomy day =)