African rhapsody, oh what a sight
A land so diverse, full of life and light
From the depths of the jungle to the sandy shores
This continent sings with a vibrant roar
The sun rises high, painting the sky
In shades of orange, red, and golden light
As the savannah awakens with a mighty roar
And the rhythm of the earth begins to soar
African rhapsody, a symphony of sound
Drumbeats and chants fill the air all around
The heartbeat of the land, a steady beat
Echoes through the mountains and valleys so deep
From the Sahara's desert sands
To the roaring waterfalls of Victoria's land
Every corner of this majestic place
Is filled with a unique and magical grace
African rhapsody, a dance of life
As the people move in perfect stride
Their bodies swaying to the ancient beat
Their souls connected to the earth beneath their feet
The Maasai warriors dressed in red
Their spears held high, their spirits fed
The Zulu dancers in their colorful skirts
Their movements fluid, like a river's gentle murmur
The Berbers, the Tuareg, the Xhosa, and more
Each with their own traditions to explore
But united in their love for this land
Their pride and spirit forever stand
African rhapsody, a feast for the eyes
A plethora of colors, a paradise
From the vibrant markets to the rolling hills
Nature's canvas is never still
The baobab trees stand tall and proud
Their roots deep in the ground
A symbol of strength, a timeless sight
In this ever-changing land of might
The Serengeti's endless plains
Where the lion roams free, and the antelope reigns
The Okavango Delta, a watery paradise
Where hippos and crocodiles happily coexist
The mighty Kilimanjaro, towering high
Reaching for the heavens, it touches the sky
And as the sun sets behind its peak
The world is painted in a majestic mystique
African rhapsody, a fusion of taste
The spices, the flavors, no time to waste
From the tagines of Morocco to the biltong of South Africa
Every dish a reflection of this land's allure
The sweet and juicy mangoes from Ghana
The succulent dates from Algeria
The aromatic coffee from Ethiopia
Every bite a journey, a sensory utopia
African rhapsody, a story untold
Of resilience and strength, of a story so bold
For this is a land of struggle and strife
But through it all, it still shines with life
From the ruins of Great Zimbabwe
To the modern cities of Nairobi and Cairo
Africa is a place of rich history
And a future filled with endless possibility
African rhapsody, a celebration of life
From the smallest ant to the largest tribe
Each one has a role, a purpose to fulfill
In this grand symphony, this magical thrill
And as the day comes to an end
And the stars light up the sky again
The rhythm of Africa continues to play
A never-ending song, a soulful display
African rhapsody, a melody of love
A tapestry of beauty, woven from above
So if you ever have the chance to see
The wonders of this land, its beauty unbound, set free
Embrace the rhythm, let it fill your soul
For African rhapsody is beyond control
It's a feeling, a state of mind
A celebration of life, one of a kind.
Authorship by Mr. Dashaun Rashod Snipes
©️ Mr. Dashaun Rashod Snipes
®️ African Rhapsody
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