1. HIP-NO-TIZED!
Shakira’s hips don’t lie
they speak truths in motions of poetry
just like yours
Cee
when you move
your hips speak in the language of spirits
in riddles
that cascade
in a haze
of pulsating brilliance
in the lyrical gospel of your hip-hop
Cee
lies clues to the source of creation
life began with a big bang
moans of the forbidden caterwaul
through fevered minds
but we remain
steadfast
we the strong breed
determined
to decode
the secrets of life
from the mute enchantment
of your oracle
your hips can’t lie
Cee
with breathless hallelujahs
from each elegant stride
they testify to the awesomeness
of God Almighty their Sculptor
parched lizards nod
on sun drenched walls
Cee
Your hips do not lie!
Ireke Amoji
May 9, 2007