In 10th grade English class
We were assigned a conversation
To look at a lyric
And explain its composition
I chose your song, Video
And I’m mighty glad I did
You called yourself a queen
Worthy, and “our Creator didn’t make no mistakes”
I loved the words you used
And the emotions you internally roused
Dear Miss India.Arie
I came across I am Light
And was mesmerized by your tone
Your glow, timbre, and conviction when you sang that last verse
“Divinity defined” and “God on the inside”
How beautiful the message of your sweet soul
Thank you for being a powerful instrument
And sharing your gift
You spread the joy of lyric
And sing true verse into our dear hearts