Memories

In my past life we were perfect together

Our love flowed freely from vein to vein

But I began to see that you were in love with my reflection

Everything that you wanted me to be,

But not at all who I was.

Sadness took me over, my soul diminished

All the happiness faded into dark clouds

You painted me black.

Then again it couldn't have been that bad

For I stayed in your arms needing your lying embrace

Giving my all to hear you loved me, even if it was a lie.

I needed you to see myself through,

You took advantage, and I let you.

But those are memories now

For I have found my pieces.

Slowly they're put into place

One day I'll sit here, a beautiful blossom...whole again!

-Maliyah

2007