Lady In Yellow At Graduation Night I Was The Only Virgin

Lady In Yellowit Was Graduation Nite I Waz The Only Virgin In The Cr

Lady in yellow it was graduation nite & i waz the only virgin in the crowd bobby mills martin jerome & sammy yates eddie jones & randi all cousins all the prettiest niggers in this factory town carried me out wit em in a deep black buick smellin of thunderbird & ladies in heat we rambled from camden to mount holly laughin at the afternoon's speeches & danglin our tassles from the rear view mirror climbin different sorta project stairs movin toward snappin beer cans & GET IT GET IT THAT'S THE WAY TO DO IT MAMA all mercer county graduated the same nite cosmetology secretarial pre-college autoshop & business all us movin from mama to what ever waz out there that nite we raced a big ol truck from the barbeque stand trying to tell him bout the party at jacqui's where folks graduated last year waz waitin to hit it wid us 7/ i got drunk & cdn:t figure out whose )land waz on my thig?/ but it didn't matter cuz these )musins martin eddie Sammy jerome & bobby waz my sweethearts alternately since the seventh grade & everybody knew i always started cryin if somebody actually tried to take advantage of me at jacqui's ulinda mason was stickin her mouth all out while we tumbled out the buick eddie jones, waz her lickin 'stick but i knew how to dance it got soo hot vincent ramos puked all in the punch & harly jumped all in tico's face cuz he was leavin for the navy in the mornin hadda kick ass so we'd all-remember how bad he waz seems like sheila & marguerite waz fraid to get their hair turnin back so they laid up against the wall lookin almost sexy didnt wanna sweat but me & my fellas we waz dancin since 1963 i'd won all kinda contests wid the cousins at the POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE DANCES all mercer county knew any kin to martin yates cd turn somersaults fore smokey robinson cd get a woman excited The Dells singing "Stay" is heard we danced doin nasty ol tricks The lady in yellow sings along with the Dells for a moment.

The lady in orange and the lady in blue jump up and parody the lady in yellow and the Dells. The lady in yellow stares at them. They sit down. doin nasty ol tricks i'd been thinkin since may cuz graduation nite had to be hot & i waz the only virgin so i hadda make like my hips waz inta some business that way everybody thot whoever was gettin it was a older man cdnt ·run the streets wit youngsters martin slipped his leg round my thigh the dells bumped "stay" up & down-up & down the new carver homes WE WAZ GROWN WE WAZ FINALLY GROWN ulinda alla sudden went crazy went over to eddie cursin & carryin on tearin his skin wid her nails the cousins tried to talk sense to her tried to hold her arms lissin bitch sammy went on 8/ 9/ bobby whispered i shd go wit him fore they go ta cuttin fore the police arrived we teetered silently thru tfte\Parkin lot noun uhuh we didn't know nothin bout no party bobby started lookin at me yeah he started looking at me real strange t like i waz a woman or somethin/ started talkin real soft in the backseat of that al buick wow by daybreak i just cdnt stop grinnin. lady in orange i dont wanna write in english or spanish i wanna sing make you dance like the bata dance scream twitch hips wit me cuz i done forgot all abt words aint got no definitions i wanna whirl with you Music starts, "Che Che Cole" by Willie Colon.

Everyone starts to dance. our whole body wrapped like a ripe mango ramblin whippin thru space on the corner in the park where the rug useta be let willie colon take you out swing your head push your leg to the moon with me i'm on the lower east side in new york city and i can't i can't talk witchu no more lady in yellow we gotta dance to keep from cryin lady in brown we gotta dance to keep from dyin lady in red so come on lady in brown come on lady in purple come on lady in orange hold yr head like it was ruby sapphire i'm a poet who writes in english come to share the worlds witchu everyone come to share our worlds witchu we come here to be dancin to be dancin to be dancin bay lady in blue a friend is hard to press charges against lady in red if you know him you must have wanted it lady in purple a misunderstanding lady in red you know these things happen lady in blue are you sure you didnt suggest l ady in purple had you been drinkin lady in red a rapist is always to be a stranger to be legitimate someone you never saw a man wit obvious problems l ady in purple pin-ups attached tothe insides of his lapels lady in blue ticket stubs from porno flicks in his pocket lady in purple a lil dick lady in red or a strong mother lady in blue or just a brutal virgin lady in red but if you've been seen in public wit him danced one dance kissed him good-bye lightly lady in purple wit closed mouth lady in blue pressin charges will be as hard as keepin yr legs closed while five fools try to run a train on you lady in red these men friends of ours who smile nice stay employed and take us out to dinner lady in purple lock the door behind you lady in blue wit fist in face to fuck lady in red who make elaborate mediterranean dinners & let the art ensemble carry all ethical burdens while the'y invite a coupla friends over to have you are sufferin from latent rapist bravado & we are left wit the scars lady in blue bein betrayed by men who know us lady in purple & expect like the stranger we always thot waz comin lady in blue that we will submit lady in red women relinquish all personal rights in the presence of a man who apparently cd ·be considered a rapist lady in purple especially if he has been considered a friend lady in blue & is no less worthy of bein beat witin an inch of his life bein publicly ridiculed havin two fists shoved up his ass lady in red than the stranger we always. thot it wd be lady in blue who never showed up lady in red cuz it turns out the nature of rape has changed lady in blue we can now meet them in circles we frequent for companionship lady in purple we see them at the coffeehouse lady in blue wit someone else we know lady in red we cd even have em over for dinner & get raped in our own houses by invitation a friend lady in red orange butterflies & aqua sequins ensconsed tween slight bosoms silk roses dartin from behind her ears the passion flower of southwest los angeles meandered down hoover street past dark shuttered houses where women from louisiana shelled peas round 3:00 & sent their sons whistlin to the store for fatback & black-eyed peas she glittered in heat & seemed to be lookin for rides when she waznt & absolutely eyed every man who waznt lame white or noddin out she let her thigh slip from her skirt crossin the street she slowed to be examined & she never looked back to smile or acknowledge a sincere 'hey mama' or to meet the eyes of someone purposely findin sometin to do in her direction she waz sullen & the rhinestones etchin the corners of her mouth suggested tears fresh kisses that had done no good she always wore her stomach out lined with small iridescent feathers the hairs round her navel seemed to dance & she didnt let on she knew from behind her waist waz aching to be held the pastel ivy drawn on her shoulders to be brushed with lips & fingers smellin of honey & jack daniels she waz hot a deliberate coquette who never did without what she wanted & she wanted to be unforgettable she wanted to be a memory a wound to every man arragant enough to want her she waz the wrath of women in windows fingerin shades/ ol lace curtains camoflagin despair & stretch marks so she glittered honestly delighted she waz desired & allowed those especially schemin/ tactful suitors to experience her body & spirit tearin/ so easily blendin with theirs/ & they were so happy & lay on her lime sheets full & wet from her tongue she kissed them reverently even ankles edges of beards ...

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The provided text "Lady In Yellow" is an evocative and complex narrative capturing the vibrant, raw, and multidimensional experiences of characters in a Southern American town during and after high school graduation night. This narrative explores themes of identity, sexuality, community, race, and resilience through vivid imagery, kinesthetic storytelling, and culturally rich references. In this paper, I analyze the narrative's thematic depth, character development, and cultural context to illustrate how it portrays the multifaceted realities of young women and men navigating a post-graduation world fraught with social and personal challenges.

The narrative begins by establishing a sense of community and celebration, with young characters engaging in juvenile revelries, symbolizing freedom and transition. The recurring motif of the "lady in yellow" serves both as a literal character and an emblem of youthful innocence, rebelliousness, and complex identity. The vivid descriptions of dancing, partying, and romantic exchanges depict a rite of passage intertwined with the cultural fabric of the setting, emphasizing the importance of communal bonding and rite of passage rituals. The portrayal of racial identity and social class accentuates the nuanced power dynamics and societal expectations that shape these individuals' lives.

The narrative also delves into themes of sexuality and gender roles, highlighting the tension between innocence and experience. The protagonist's reflections on being a virgin amidst burgeoning sexual encounters underscore socio-cultural taboos and personal fears. The vivid depiction of dance, flirtation, and intimacy explores how cultural expressions like music and dance serve as outlets for emotional release and social connection, often masking deeper vulnerabilities. The references to specific songs, dance moves, and cultural symbols ground the narrative deeply within its ethnocultural setting, enriching its authenticity and emotional resonance.

Furthermore, the narrative portrays themes of shame, resilience, and defiance. Episodes of conflict, such as the altercation involving Ulinda Mason and the descriptions of potential sexual violence, expose underlying tensions and societal struggles related to gender violence and societal protection. The depiction of women as both objects of desire and as agents asserting control over their bodies underscores ongoing gender dynamics. The vivid imagery of women in various states of vulnerability and empowerment enhances the reader's understanding of the complex interplay of personal agency, societal expectations, and cultural identity.

In addition, the narrative explores the notion of memory and transformation, especially through the description of the woman in the bath removing herself from moments of violence and societal gaze—symbolizing resilience and self-preservation. The motif of jewelry, dresses, and physical adornment signifies cultural identity, individual agency, and social status, serving as metaphors for personal empowerment and societal positioning. The depiction of systemic racial and gender inequalities underscores broader social critiques, adding depth to the narrative's thematic landscape.

Overall, "Lady In Yellow" encapsulates a layered portrayal of youthful exuberance, cultural identity, gender dynamics, and resilience. The narrative's rich, immersive descriptions evoke visceral emotional responses, fostering a nuanced understanding of life in a Southern American town. As a piece of cultural storytelling, it underscores the importance of memory, community, and personal agency amidst societal challenges, offering valuable insights into the lived realities of marginalized communities and the universal quest for identity and belonging.

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