In The Depths of Solitude

i exist in the depths of solitude
pondering my true goal
trying 2 find peace of mind
and still preserve my soul
constantly yearning 2 be accepted
and from all receive respect
never comprising but sometimes risky
and that is my only regret

a young heart with an old soul
how can there be peace
how can i be in the depths of solitude
when there r 2 inside of me
this duo within me causes
the perfect oppurtunity
2 learn and live twice as fast
as those who accept simplicity

Written by Tupac Shakur (1971-1996)

This poem is one of my many favorites. For me it explains how I feel sometimes, trying find that balance with in yourself. "A young heart with and old soul." I love that part. I feel as if i have an old soul. I think different than my peers. I am a lot wiser, but yet I still have the desires and needs as a person my age. Also this speaks to me because of the industry I want to go into! "Hollywood" can cause you to lose who you are. I feel that Tupac was trying to tell us how how he constantly has to sit down and think by himself to place his life back in order. Being in the depths of solitude if is being alone allowing yourself to let go of all the material things and really understanding what your purpose is. Tupac talks about how he wants to be accepted and receive respect, but he doesn't compromise himself in order to be famous. I love the Language used. This poem has taught me that you can use elaborate language but not make it so complicating and confusing. This poem has also taught me that when i write my poems I shoud place my self in "the depths of Solitude" and pondering what I my heart really wants to say.