Raw Poetry

Raw Poetry is a space where emotions flow freely and authenticity shines. Each piece captures unfiltered thoughts and feelings, offering readers a glimpse into my soul. Through honest expression and vivid imagery, this category invites connection, reflection, and a deeper understanding of the human experience.

Goodbye, Old Friend

Right before you step into alignment, fear and doubt often get the loudest. It’s almost like they sense their time is ending and fight...

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Sep 171 min read

What Happened To Us?

Bitch, I’m mad. Bitch, I’m sad. Black folks still oppressed, Still judged, still under-assessed. Cousin’s calling—needs bus fare. Other...

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Sep 171 min read

Even Lower Hell

Deleting all traces, pictures, and memories of you I don’t wanna be reminded of the pain I know our families both think we insane But...

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Sep 171 min read

Creatives' Wasted Desires

Wish we would’ve just made art Wish we would’ve just made music Together as creatives, our energy and sexual passions used for something...

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Sep 171 min read

Poetry Ain’t Dead

Somebody told me poetry is a dying art. I said—my art ain’t dead. I pulled out my manuscript, stacked it beside the pile of books that...

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Sep 171 min read

No Foul Play

A Black man was found hanging from a tree. They said—no foul play. But I don’t believe that. I hope y’all don’t either. I will never...

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Sep 151 min read

Crown Intact

Sometimes racism doesn’t look like violence in the streets or politics in the headlines—it looks like a hand reaching for my crown in a...

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Sep 141 min read

I Am the Light

Men are always trying to read me, to interpret me, to tell me who I am — instead of simply appreciating without commentary. I am soft. I...

zariahperkins

Sep 141 min read

I See

I see you for your traumas, your limits, the masks you wear, the parts you hide. I no longer take it personally. Your shadows are yours,...

zariahperkins

Sep 141 min read

I Am Not Too Much

( a sacred something for the girl who sees and feels everything) I am not too much. I am not too loud. I am not too soft. I am not too...

zariahperkins

Apr 152 min read

the Men I Once Loved

The first— a Virgo wrapped in velvet privilege. Meticulous in criticism, messy in commitment. His heart was warm, but his ego came first....

zariahperkins

Apr 141 min read

Ideally

you used to water me 'til you didn’t. left me dry where I once glistened. eyes on me, then blinked twice— and I was missin’. thought you...

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Apr 81 min read

Unblocked & Untouchable

(A petty affirmation poem by the baddest bitch healing beautifully) I am so unblocked in every way —unblocked in my glow, my greatness,...

zariahperkins

Apr 71 min read

Love, Loss, and Letting Go

You arrived like a whisper, soft yet strong, A presence I never knew I needed for long. In your arms, I found something rare, A love...

zariahperkins

Mar 21 min read

Love, But Not Like That

I’ve given up on love. I’ve given up on trust. Unbearing my body and soul— how silly, how embarrassing. Never enough, but somehow too...

zariahperkins

Feb 191 min read

The Alchemist’s Mirror

Projecting your insecurities onto me, How misplaced, how silly of thee. You are what you say I am, Speaking recklessly, your light grows...

zariahperkins

Feb 151 min read

The Demon in My Bed

I look into your eyes and see the darkness that’s consumed you I wonder sometimes if I ever even knew you A sober moment, a fleeting...

zariahperkins

Jan 311 min read

My First Love

I would like to experience a love without pain What is a love without pain? A love so good I’m no longer feeling insane A love for my...

zariahperkins

Jan 291 min read

A Soul at Peace

My mind is racing My feet are pacing I don’t have much peace in me Stuck between the present and what used to be A time when hope felt...

zariahperkins

Jan 271 min read

Overflowing Grace

My cup runs over, My glass is all the way full. I appreciate what I have And what’s to come so soon. Thank You for the lessons, The love,...

zariahperkins

Jan 191 min read

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Healing Through Mindfulness and Words

Raw Poetry

Goodbye, Old Friend

What Happened To Us?

Even Lower Hell

Creatives' Wasted Desires

Poetry Ain’t Dead

No Foul Play

Crown Intact

I Am the Light

I See

I Am Not Too Much

the Men I Once Loved

Ideally

Unblocked & Untouchable

Love, Loss, and Letting Go

Love, But Not Like That

The Alchemist’s Mirror

The Demon in My Bed

My First Love

A Soul at Peace

Overflowing Grace

Zar's Zen Den