"On your Mark, Go! Cause We are All Set" by Seedel Chris-Emenike
by Seedel Chris-Emenike
In honor of the 2024 Paris Olympics, check out this poem, written by 19-year-old artist, Seedel Chris-Emenike!
"On Your Mark, Go! Cause We Are All Set!
by Seedel Chris-Emenike
Audience drums beating high, Players limits in the sky.
“Champion” is tattooed into the minds of the rehearsed athlete.
The air of calm adrenaline becomes the perfume of the olympic day,
They are ready. They were born ready. Ready,Ready, Ready.
The taste of the game fills their mouth as yesterday's chants from coaches, and their souls surface
on their “Championic” shoulders.
They tap their feet, pacing time, as they wait for the invitation to start,
but time is for them, time is a witness to their dedicated hours
Every fabric of their athletic being has made family with the players carpet.
The players carpet: the track, the field, the mat, the court, the crystal water,
speaks to them in the language only they know.
The language they’ve been fed from the hidden room where they practice.
The map of the game lives in the veins of each player..the champion.
Let the games begin
On your mark? Go!
You heard? Let the games begin
Cause they’re all set
Author Bio
Seedel Chris-Emenike, a 19-year-old poetic guitarist from New York, is a dynamic force in the world of poetry and advocacy. With her unique blend of words and guitar melodies, Seedel captivates audiences with heartfelt performances and poignant storytelling. Recognizing the power of storytelling from a young age, Seedel embarked on a journey to amplify the voices of her generation, addressing pressing issues affecting Gen Z with depth and authenticity. Collaborating with influential figures like Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Michelle Obama, Seedel's advocacy work extends to various platforms, including the Bureau of New York Census and partnerships with Michael B. Jordan and Girl Up. As the Founder of Seedel Poetry Club and Stirred Up Bow, Seedel cultivates vibrant communities dedicated to creative expression and positive change. Through her dedication to advocacy and storytelling, Seedel remains a beacon of inspiration and hope for the future, embodying resilience, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to her craft and causes.
Find more of her publications and work here.