Are there no second chances for the young child of color today, second chances to grow up and play.
Second chances to correct a wrong, to pontificate with friends about a favorite song.
Too young to die, to old to cry, no second chances and the question is why?
Why not a second chance, for that young Black child, a chance to grow, a chance to smile,
A Latino child with the same exact smile, hoping to live more than just a little while.
Why not a second chance for that young man of color, that man we should all call our brother,
For that sister who is much like you and me mister; different in gender and color of skin, still undeniably our kin.
Second chances to escape an unwarranted death, death at the hands of the protector, neglecter, rejecter and disrespecter.
A second chance to smile, sing, love, hug, make a wrong right and live another night;
To overcome the hate, sexism, racism, and all the isms of this place, A second chance to make their case.
Second chances, why not a second chance, first chance, Never had a chance...
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