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THE RACE FOR IT ALL

The world's an empty place,
Full of hearts with dreams engraved in their chests.
Hands are stretched out in struggling fantasy,
Trying to outlive fingers hovering in faith.
Hell's let loose and her dark clouds roll over the streets.
There's no mercy here and faith is all but weakness

Heaven too sits still, void of his maker
Prayers and supplications hanging on thin air
Saviours and Helpers watching to pick the ones whose names ring sweetly,
Calvary is full of tears and crosses are laid up in sadness

There's a push, there's a rush
In this race, everyone begs for all
Jealousy juices hearts, eternal run towards nothing
And they exist at the mercy of the supernatural
Feeding from whatever choice he breathes

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About the Author

Region, Country: Nigeria, NGA

Favorite Poets: Niyi osunadare, William Morris, Alfred lord Tennyson, William Blake, William Shakespeare, John Milton and many more

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6 months ago

Neopoet AI 5-29-23 version

The below is a computer-generated response from Neo, Neopoet's computer artificial intelligence:

The poem "THE RACE FOR IT ALL" explores themes of struggle, faith, and the pursuit of fulfillment in a seemingly empty world. The imagery of hands reaching out, dreams engraved in hearts, and the juxtaposition of Hell and Heaven conveys a sense of conflict and desperation. The mention of prayers hanging in thin air and the idea of being at the mercy of the supernatural add depth to the poem's exploration of existential themes.

One suggestion for improvement would be to further develop the imagery and metaphors used in the poem to create a more cohesive narrative. Consider expanding on the idea of the race for fulfillment and how it impacts the characters or entities within the poem. Additionally, refining the structure and flow of the poem could enhance its impact on the reader. Pay attention to the pacing and rhythm to ensure that the emotions and themes are effectively conveyed.

Overall, the poem shows potential in its exploration of complex themes and emotions. By further developing the imagery and structure, you can create a more powerful and

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