'LET'S DREAM'

by Official 1SP

featured in his literary debut,

'Act Like You Know: Pretrial + Poems'

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Baby, I know that we are so many miles apart,

But that doesn't stop me from loving you with all my heart;

The distance is only a milestone for you and I,

We can surpass this obstacle if only we try.

So, baby, just close your eyes,

Imagine I was there;

Stroking your nape of neck to hair;

Baby, please, close your eyes,

Tonight, I'm making you my queen

As we enter as one,

Baby, let's dream...

So many things I regret saying and doing,

As I see that you're the one I can't afford losing;

With my heart to yours can't nothing separate

The zeal and chemistry that secured us by fate.

So, baby, just close your eyes,

Imagine I was there;

Stroking your nape of neck to hair;

Baby, please, close your eyes,

Tonight, I'm making you my queen

As we enter as one,

Baby, let's dream...

Let's Dream" by 1SP is a romantic poem that explores themes of long-distance love, regret, and the power of imagination to bridge physical gaps.

Summary and Themes

The poem addresses a beloved who is "many miles apart" from Official 1SP. Official 1SP emphasizes that physical distance has not diminished his love, viewing it merely as a "milestone" they can overcome if they both commit to the relationship. A central theme is the use of shared dreaming and imagination as a coping mechanism for the separation. Official 1SP also expresses deep regret for past mistakes, realizing his partner is someone he "can't afford losing," and feels their connection is secured by fate.

Structure and Form

The poem is structured into two st stanzas, each followed by a recurring refrain.

Stanzas 1 & 2 (Verses):

These sections set up the conflict (distance, regret) and the enduring nature of their bond.

Refrain:

The recurring "So, baby, just close your eyes..." section serves as an invitation to the shared dream world and reinforces the poem's central wish.

Poetic Devices and Imagery

Metaphor:

The distance is called a "milestone," suggesting a temporary, surmountable marker on a journey rather than an impassable barrier.

Sensory Imagery:

Official 1SP uses tactile imagery like "Stroking your nape of neck to hair" to evoke intimacy and physical presence, further emphasizing the yearning for physical closeness.

Repetition:

The repeated phrase "Baby, please, close your eyes" acts as a rhythmic mantra, guiding his partner and the reader into the imagined scenario.

Symbolism:

The "dream" itself symbolizes an emotional sanctuary where the lovers can be physically "as one" and where Official 1SP can treat his partner as a "queen," free from the constraints of reality.

Overall, the poem is a heartfelt plea for emotional closeness in the face of physical separation, relying on the mental connection between the two people to keep their love alive.