Poem To A Horse
Shakira · Laundry Service
And too high to see below
Just hangin' on your daily dose
I know you never needed anyone
But the rolling papers for your grass
How can you give what you don't have
You keep on aiming for the top
And quit before you sweat a drop
Feed your empty brain
With your hydroponic pot
Start out playing with yourself
You get more fun within your shell
Nice to meet you but I gotta go my way
I'll leave again 'cause I've been waiting in vain
But you're so in love with yourself
If I say my heart is sore
Sounds like a cheap metaphor
So I won't repeat it no more
I rather eat my soup with a fork
Or drive a cab in New York
'Cause to talk to you is harder work
So what's the point of wasting all my words
If it's just the same or even worse
Than reading poems to a horse
You keep on aiming for the top
And quit before you sweat a drop
Feed your empty brain
With your hydroponic pot
I bet you'll find someone like you
'Cause there's a foot for every shoe
I wish you luck but I've other things to do
I'll leave again 'cause I've been waiting in vain
But you're so in love with yourself
If I say my heart is sore
Sounds like a cheap metaphor
So I won't repeat it no more
I'll leave again 'cause I've been waiting in vain
If I say my heart is sore
Sounds like a cheap metaphor
I'll leave again 'cause I've been waiting in vain
But you're so in love with yourself
If I say my heart is sore
Sounds like a cheap metaphor
So I won't repeat it no more
Poem To A Horse
Shakira's 'Poem To A Horse' stands as a poignant centerpiece on her 2010 album Laundry Service, marking a significant shift in her musical direction. Departing from the pop-ranch hits that defined her earlier career, this track embraces a more introspective and folk-infused sound, reflecting a deeper engagement with her Colombian heritage. The song's narrative explores themes of resilience and the bond between humans and animals, delivered through a stripped-back arrangement that highlights her vocal versatility. Released during a period where she sought to broaden her artistic scope beyond dance-pop, the recording serves as a testament to her commitment to storytelling and cultural authenticity, resonating with listeners who appreciate raw emotional expression over commercial formulas.
