Believe in Me

from Invisible Tattoos by Farida Momtaz

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‘The poems in this collection are an illustration of the hidden tattoos that have been etched along my skin and into my soul. Although invisible to others, they are a mesh of mental and emotional moments and memories. They are a testament of my survival, and more importantly a reflection of my growth. They are my silent voice…’

Invisible Tattoos is a collection of twelve distinctive poems that depict the beauty and darkness of the human experience through words…

Described as 'Poetic Stories,' each poem uses clever wordplay, thought provoking lyrics and a story-telling style, to explore a range of subject matters such as social inequality, the challenges of contemporary culture, and the timeless topics of love, heartbreak and inner conflict. The art of poetry is used to discuss history, politics, economy, culture and how this is intertwined with our identity. The poems are all accompanied by an individual analysis which explains the inspiration behind each bitter sweet story of human connection, struggle and spirit.

Invisible Tattoos is a book that will take you on an emotive roller coaster of highs and lows. Delving into the darker side of life and examining the complex world of emotions and encounters, this book provides a social commentary of the unheard voices of multi-cultural society, while touching on the subjects that make us all human and unlike anything else on this planet. This unique collection of poems will undoubtedly leave an imprint on your mind... ... more

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lyrics

If I stay focused while others are forcing me to lose my mind
Trust in myself although everyone questions my sanity
Yet listen to those attempting to guide me positively
If I believe in me; I will never lose my competency….

If I refuse to let the demons of want make me forget the angels of have
If I can leave the place that I am by determining where I wanna be
If I can pass life’s tests although I had no time to learn the lessons
Then patiently wait for my blessings…
If I believe in me, then possibilities can be as deep as the sea…

If I live my dreams while staying closely acquainted with reality
Accept praise for my gifts but never lose my balance
Overcome adversity without becoming malice…
If I can stop asking why others hurt me and ask myself why I allow it to happen...
If I can collide catastrophe with success to create the visions that I imagine
If I believe in me; then I will be a grown woman…

If I can struggle but refuse to fail and instead create new beginnings
Accept that I have become wiser from youthful learning…
If I can master the art of rebuilding and strengthening a broken heart
Hold on to hope when I am forced back to the start…
If I can carry on with a smile when all around me is crumbling
Flee far from the point where I thought it was the end
If I believe that tomorrow is my second chance, then I can be my own best friend…

Once I have learnt to lose and accept loss
Gain and be humble in my winnings
Laugh when others lie about me but keep my integrity by rising above matters which are petty
Let them hate me but not be consumed by hate
Never lower my standards but believe that those worthy will rise to my expectations
Stand tall amongst friends and foes…
If I believe in me; then I can follow the path that I chose…

If I believe that I am concrete
But yet concrete can be cracked…
If I believe that I exhibit the beauty of a rose
But yet a rose contains a thorn…
If I only enable very few to hurt me
And my faith in myself does not dwindle
If I can enjoy my own company
If I can be acquainted with my own beauty
If I can have a relationship with my spirituality
Then the world will become a place where dreams become reality…

If I believe in me
All my inhibitions will be free…
If I believe in me
I can be anything that I want to be…

credits

from Invisible Tattoos, released October 23, 2016
Written by: Farida Momtaz
Performed by: Farida Momtaz
Music by: Farida Momtaz
Audio Engineer: PGM Express
Produced by: Farida Momtaz