i see america
Revealing America's Soul: Joy Oladokun's Poetic Reflections
Lyrics
I saw God out on the block today
Perceived an image of divinity present in an urban setting
He was darker than the preachers say
Contrary to the common portrayal by religious leaders, this representation of God had a darker complexion
With a teardrop tattooed on His face
Described a tear-shaped tattoo on the face of this depiction of God
And dirt in His fingers
Emphasized the presence of soil or grime on God's hands
I heard angels when He laughed the way
Noticed an angelic quality in the laughter of this representation of God, which reflects the experience of genuine suffering
That people do when they have known true pain
Referenced the laughter indicating a deep understanding of pain
For His sins I don't know who's to blame
Expressed uncertainty regarding responsibility for the sins or struggles of this depiction of God
What choice was He givin'?
Questioned the options or choices available to this representation of God
In this world that we're livin'
Questioned the nature of existence and circumstances in the current world
When I see you
Upon observing another person
I see love
Perceived love
I see America
Associating the observed individual with the essence or identity of America
I feel your pain
Recognized and empathized with the pain of the observed person
I share your blood
Felt a sense of shared heritage or connection through blood ties
I see America
Reiterating the association of the observed individual with America's identity or essence
Said you mother knows a different time
Referenced a different era or experience that the observer's mother lived through
She let's her tongue slip with a glass of wine
Described instances where the mother speaks uncomfortably or in a way that contradicts her beliefs
Says some things out loud that don't feel right
Highlighted the discomfort caused by the mother's words spoken aloud
But you always forgive her
Acknowledged the observer's consistent forgiveness towards their mother despite her imperfections
Don't you see the world is changing now?
Stressed the ongoing transformation of the world
The blood of the fallen cries out from the ground
Referenced the cries or repercussions of past conflicts
Violence and rumors in a southern town
Noted the presence of violence and rumors in a specific location, possibly indicating societal issues
Both start with a whisper
Emphasized the initial subtle or quiet beginnings of significant events
But so does the difference
Highlighted the potential for small actions to make a significant impact
When I see you
Repetition of the observer's perception of love, pain, blood ties, and the association with America upon seeing another person
I see love
-I see America
-I feel your pain
-I share your blood
-I see America
-When I see you (I see you)
-I see love (I see love)
-I see America (I see you, I see love)
-I feel your pain (feel your pain)
-I share your blood (share your blood)
-I see America (I see you, I see love)
-When I see you (I see you)
-I see love (I see love)
-I see America (I see you, I see love)
-I feel your pain (feel your pain)
-I share your blood (share your blood)
-I see America
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