Oh Starling, Sing Me a Song

Oh Starling, Sing Me a Song

Starling, oh Starling, sing me a song,
A melody bright, swift, and strong.
Not just a note, not just a tune,
But sounds to reflect the light of the moon.

Sing me a song of Mozart’s delight,
The trills of dawn, the echoes of night.
Make it shimmer, make it free,
Make it soar—make it just for me!

With feathered grace and clever cheer,
You turn notes to something clear—
Not just a mirror, not just the same,
But a gift of music, a spark, a flame.

Oh Starling, my Starling before you take flight,
Sing me a song that you’ve shaped just right.
As the songs you wrote with Mozart still play,
And in every trill that flies away.

Starling, oh Starling, sing me also a song,
Let music live ever-new, let it belong.
Let each note ring, let each note be free—
A gift of joy sing, a gift just for me.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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