Not All Poems Rhyme

I wrote this in response to the bombing of the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. Compassion and peace, hope, mercy, love, If a person has these, then they have enough Religion is based on this common ground Its core is well-meaning, its philosophies sound Terror attacks that you see on TV Are not caused by people like you or like me They are caused by humans with lack of respect Who turn from qualities that others expect No matter how unfortunate some people seem, They can live off belief, and some self-esteem Religious or not, when dark days are rough, If a person is loving, then they have enough.

Are you chewing gum, boy? I don't know, you tell me!. Are you still awake, boy? Of course, can't you see? Would you do that at home, boy? Well, sir, I just don't know. Do you   want a detention, boy? Nah, but maybe tomorrow

I wrote this for a talent show at a festival called Greenbelt. Scouse accent optional but highly recommended.  I'm gonna be on a show Yeah, I'm gonna be on TV I'm gonna be on Mastermind Specialist subject: L.F.C. Or maybe I'll show off my talent And sing on BGT I think I'm a great singer But my friends all disagree Or perhaps I'll go on the Chase And take on Anne Hegerty I'd take the highest offer But be caught by question three I could go on Pointless 'Cos that sounds just like me As long as famous Scousers was my final category I'm gonna be on a show Yeah, I'm gonna be on TV Or I could just keep my curlers in  And watch it over tea