Up From A Downbeat

Up from a downbeat. And cooling off, From that kind of heat. Self destructive and defeating. Up from a downbeat. And that 'vibe' it sends. Had me seeking another rhythm. With a desire to have the old one, End. I had to leave discouragement. Criticisms heard. And folks spreading gossip. Just for the enjoyment of it. I had to leave behind... Those with minds living to satisfy, Lives restricted to a negativity. Without exploring, Unlimited possibilities. I realized my own eyes were closed, To opportunities... Surrounding me. Up from a downbeat. To see it clear, I alone had made that choice. I alone had chosen to hear, Voices rejoicing... A negativity to accept. And 'they' chose not to leave. But I live to hear another rhythm. One more up from a downbeat. Less droaning to moan it, Allowed to continue on.