I See You, My Black Man

I see you, My Black Man

Grooming tight cuts and handsome fades

Looking sharp as a tack

Working tirelessly sun up and sun down

Just know, I got your back

I see the sweat on your brow

Making it in the world not your own

I speak upon you blessing of endurance

Like an African King on a throne

I see you praying for our kids

While discipline because you care

I see the educator, business man, inventor

I see you everywhere

I see the tears you cry at night

When the world flips her nose

I see you laying it at the altar

Courageous, Unrelenting and Bold

I see you my Black Man

When others turn their heads

I see you tucking in the little ones

Making sure they are safe in their beds

I see you driving the distance trucks

Directing the choir, singing a melody

I pray for you daily and bless you

Walk in boldness and integrity

I see the scoutmaster, the little league coach

Dedicating time to help another

I see you my Black Man, tirelessly  fighting

 A Father,  A Friend, a Brother

I see you my black man, molded in His likeness

Preaching the word, sowing good seed

I see your arms stretched with praise

While agonizing on your knees

I see you my Black Man

In shades from butter to ebony black

As a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend

Through the good and the bad, I got your back!