Sage Francis

Blurring the lines between poetry, spoken word, rap and song, Sage Francis delivers a very moving coming-of-age narrative zeroing on all of the insecurities, complexities and self-doubt of adolescence. A contemporary The Catcher in the Rye in 5 ½ minutes, I have included the lyrics here as a reference while listening to “The Best of Times”, the Song of the Day.

THE BEST OF TIMES

It’s been a long and lonely trip but I’m glad that I took it ’cause it was well worth it.
I got to read a couple books and do some research before I reached my verdict.
Never thought that I was perfect. Always thought that I had a purpose.
Used to wonder if I’d live to see my first kiss. Continue reading