Hey, you.
Support the black community
But this is not an opportunity
To profit or to boost your platform
Because that could confuse or misinform
Oh, and support the aboriginals too
(they’ve got it worst than me and you)
But black lives is what matters right now
Research when to help and how
But don’t ask a black person because they need their space
Verify information so it’s not out of place
But only by official organizations
And not by random people’s creations
And make sure if they do, they’re black
Because people will go back and back
Into picking apart everything you said
Who said it, why they did it and if it’s the message they want to spread
Also, listen to the black people in the community
All that matters is the unity
Share information but not obnoxiously
It can be rejected or taken as camaraderie
Do something and let others know so they can do it too
But also do it quietly so it won’t be misconstrued
Take your words and get offline
You should be living this all the time
Double check what others are sayin’
And don’t believe everyone who wants to weigh in
Talk to people about anti black racism
And ignore the haters and harsh criticism
But don’t just talk to the people who agree
And don’t just do it because it’s trendy
Fundraise money for black organizations
But don’t just go looking for collaborations
It might seem like a money grab
Or interpreted as a ploy to nab
Support black businesses but also support all businesses too
Hey, stop making this about all about you
Continue your activism and support
But make sure you follow those headlines to court
Say something, please DO something, please
But don’t be obnoxious so everyone sees
Don’t announce it to the public, just do it and live it
But don’t forget to tell people how to get involved with it
Say something but don’t say too much and don’t say too little
And say it in the right way as to not diminish or belittle
Don’t refrain from saying anything at all
But if you do say something, make sure you say it all
Make sure it’s well-said or written out
But not if you’re doing it for the hype and the clout
Because everyone will pick it apart
Then we will be right back to the start
Because of this mindset, that view you forgot
But don’t ask a black person because they’re dealing with a lot
Okay, okay, let me get this straight
You want me to come and participate
But do this, don’t do that and do more but not over the top
It’s not our battle to fight but together we must stop
So talk, donate, share, but don’t get caught up in the chatter
I’m beginning to wonder if what I support will even matter
