I AM...

I am the melody, that carries you away,
that sets the mood,
elicits a reaction –
From your deepest regions
Of your soul

Yes, but I am the words, that inspire,
humor or delight you.
Listen to what I have to say –
For words are the
Greatest of gifts

But I am the beat, pounding away
Often neglected in the background.
I give you both rhythms –
Without me you would
Surely flounder

Yes, but I am the bass, throbbing along
I am the pulse of the music
And surely without me –
You would not be able
To feel the music

But together we are the song,
Something greater than all of the parts.
Each valuable facet –
brings something vital.
Now sing along to me.

©Copyright May 26, 2006 by Paul S. Gifford