The Star Of The Show Poem by Jeremy Rodriguez

The line is long
The auditions have started
With thousands upon thousands of people
Waiting for their shot at stardom
Hoping to get the lead role
Perhaps a supporting role

But, not you
You are the one with low expectations
Hoping to get the role of Teen #3
Just to be an extra
That is all you wanted
Nothing more, nothing less

This is how you wanted it
Being in the background
Not saying a word
Shielding yourself from the audience
Behind the stars
Behind the crowd

But, when the curtain rises
All eyes are on you
Forget about the so-called lead actress
It is now up to you
Don't be afraid
You'll be just fine

As these eyes lay upon you
The whole audience wants to know who you are
They ask their friends questions during the performance
Who is that? When is he going to talk?
Their attention gone entirely from the story
Now it's all about you

What are you all about?
What makes you tick?
What are you thinking about?
What is your life like?
Who are you deep down inside?
Are you really just an extra?

As you think of something happy
The audience smiles and laughs
As you think of something sad
The audience frowns and cries
As you think about your anger
The audience wants to hurt the ones who caused you pain

You may think you're nothing
That could not be further from the truth
You may not have lines
You may be hiding out
But everyone in the audience would agree
That you really are the star of the show

Dedicated to a good friend.