Viharan

Fly, little bird, fly,
from this cage, to the sky.
The illusion of comfort, luscious,
the fruits you eat, divine, delicious,
unruffled feathers, soft and warm,
How long will you be charmed?
In the air your gaol home twirls,
as you feast on poisoned pearls.
In the bonds of want, your soul
is trapped, why, at the threshold?
Spread your wings, feel the draft,
Soar! higher so, look not aft.
Over the mountains, land and sea,
where could your paradise be?
Life is hardship, but death is no good.
Remember the cage now, if you should,
look upward, and see the sky blue,
Liberty is life, god's gift to you.