Poetry by Melodie Yvonne

Words from a gonzoesque life in an oh so gonzoless world

Tag: poems

  • I’m Only Human

    Originally published online July 31, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here I’m Only Human by Melodie Yvonne I know sometimes I make you madAnd maybe days I make you sadBut know that I am super sorryI don’t mean to make you worry I love you with all my…

  • Super Grace

    Originally published online July 29, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available hereThis piece can also be found in the collection psalms 2000:17-24 — available on Amazon here Super Grace by Melodie Yvonne The power of discernmentIs something you can seeIt’s inside everybodyAnd even inside me I see you when…

  • Spinnin’

    Originally published online July 22, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available hereThis piece can also be found in the collection psalms 2000:17-24 — available on Amazon here Spinnin’ by Melodie Yvonne I got the fire of God in my bellyBut the Devil’s mush in my brainAnd all of this…

  • I Just Get Addicted to Things

    Originally published online July 17, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here I Just Get Addicted to Things by Melodie Yvonne Had so much struggle and strife in my lifeIt’s hard to keep my head above waterAnd even in moments I think I can breatheThere’s another thing dragging me…

  • Maybe

    Originally published online July 15, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here Maybe by Melodie Yvonne Should I have said you won’t see me again?Should I have told you that this is the end?Should I have wrapped my arms tighter ’round you?Maybe I should’ve but what could I do?…

  • On Fire

    Originally published online July 10, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here On Fire by Melodie Yvonne I’m tryin’ to learn the difference ‘tween distractionAnd the path you’ve led me onBut sometimes I get lostAnd at what cost? I’m tryin’ to learn the difference ‘tween my hurryAnd selfless worryBut…

  • Your Savior

    Originally published online July 5, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here Your Savior by Melodie Yvonne Never underestimate my love for youalways know I’ll be there if you’re feeling bluetrust me when I say there’s nothing I won’t doexcept just give my heart away to someone new Believe…

  • A Melodie’s Prayer

    Originally published online July 8, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available hereThis piece can also be found in the collection psalms 2000:17-24 — available on Amazon here A Melodie’s Prayer by Melodie Yvonne Father please calm me and give me my tongueGive me the words and then help me…

  • Taste Life

    Originally published online July 9, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here Taste Life by Melodie Yvonne She don’t need just a record dealShe needs to get the hell outta hereBut all this time she feels she’s wastin’She don’t know is just a taste of This whole life that’s…

  • Yours Everlong

    Originally published online June 29, 2018 & in the collection Photographic Memories: Deux Mille Dix-Huit — available here Yours Everlong by Melodie Yvonne How do I tell you that you’re going to lose meWhen you’re the only one that never abused meHow do I tell you that soon I’ll be goneWhen you’re the only one…