The Wrong Side Of Town Written By Bryan Cobaris Inspired By The Holy Spirit Poem by Bryan Cobaris

The Wrong Side Of Town written by Bryan Cobaris Inspired by The Holy Spirit

I recently visited a different side of town, to take a stroll around the lake.
The immediate animosity that surrounded me made me realize my mistake.
I've always been nice to you people, and have given to your cause.
I was appalled that the just the color of my skin would give you such pause.

My friends told me you were angry and violent, but I didn't expect this.
I haven't said or done anything to you, why all the spite and clenched fists?
For a few seconds I felt relieved when I saw someone of my own race.
But he only walked past me without speaking after staring me in the face.

I was in fear for my life, finally understanding those who've been in the same boat.
Their hatred was confusing since they don't know what I do, believe or how I vote.
I hurried out and didn't feel safe until I locked myself in my car…and that's not right.
Will you still feel my pain when I tell you I was the only one there who wasn't white?