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Too many locks…
Cages don’t make people better
Or sending love only in letters,
Too many locks
And friends in a box,
For sins that no one can measure…
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Alexis Dean Jr.
Alexis “L.E.X” Dean Jr. is a clean Hip-Hop artist, poet, and educator from Milwaukee, WI. As a writer and music artist, he focuses on the importance of educating through his words and stories...
IG: @DreamsStartYoung
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Comments (10)
Such a poignant expression! And a well-crafted poem at that, congrats on top story.
True!
Beautiful!
Really emotional and impactful, congrats on top story!
Heartfelt... And sounds very personal
Loved that.
WOW! This poem speaks volumes!
Beautiful.
Lovely and true
Cages really don't make people better, speaking from experience.