On empathy

i do not belong around here
this toxicity has become
catastrophic for my good
the world has been turned to
a graveyard- no regrets, no emotions,
no regard for the other man
everybody just wan catch cruise
but I can’t just forget
the weight of carrying your cross
if you refuse to scratch my back
you do not owe me
i do not owe you
is how you are left with a burden
too heavy for your shoulders
tears too hot for your eyes.

Victor Oyedele