Happy Birthday Poem by Nkululeko Mdudu

Isn't it a beautiful day?
the birds are chocking
bearly breathing in poluted streets

Where are the trees that used to keep
them safe and keep them singing
for then I'd make them sing for you.

A car crash nearly killed him,
an untimely last ride;
wouldn't it be?

I know you are happy to have him
So have a happy birthday on me.

Sweet, petite, bubbly queen
all my days where have you been.

By my side and on my side
always, even as they pulled me aside

and told me to drink from an empty cup,
I did and will always come back
to you, sweet buttercup.

No birds to sing for you,
no parades on the street,
But I will sing for you
On every birthday you meet.

I will not ask your age,
Your beauty won't let me know
I will ask for your loving hand
And never let it go.

yes...no, yes... please say so
tell me I'm right,
that I'm your gratest friend for sure.

Tell me anything you know,
whether it be pain or pleasure
Tell me quick because,
Honey, you know I've gotta go.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNATHI,
MAY YOU ALWAYS BE WITH ME.