Benjamin Zephaniah
by Siobhan Kavanagh
"Born in Handsworth, Birmingham in 1958
Environmentalist, vegan was your fate,
Numismatics, Martial Arts & Football are what you love
Jamaica influenced you to spread peace like a dove.
Aston Villa is the best team ever, just like your
Mother who you care for like no other,
If only you were head of the law there would
Never be a reason to start a war.
Zephaniah, offered an honorary degree because Leicester knows
Exactly what it means to him to be recognised for his Poetry,
He believes there is hope & we can live without guns.
Nominated for many awards.
Inspiring music, you’ll never get bored,
African travels working with children
Hoping that the day will come when people will be free.
OBE you said, “It’s not for me” It doesn’t change Black history,
Everyone respects you for what you do, so keep on doing it, ‘cos we love you!’"
