This is also civilized

Feet aching, hair stringy and heavy.
My voice is blown out, but I couldn't stop shouting if I tried,
Shouting out lyrics I must be getting wrong. 
All around me, are people of any age, race, and gender,
None of our useless problems seem to matter,
Why can't we all just live life like it's an Elton John concert? 
 
Vibes

emi_art_now

NY

15 years old

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    When the world is dark, and the stars are out 

    My mind comes alive. 

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    Because I know I’ll be found. 

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