“Through The Storm”

By Derek Felix

Darkness awaits at long last

A chance to delve into the past

Been steaming hot for so long

Almost forgot right from wrong

Too many days where the pounding sun

Melted us like the wicked witch to done

Almost as if we didn’t exist

Just floating around praying for mist

In all the years it never felt quite this way

Where second by second felt like eternity

Days seemed to go on forever

Making us finally crack the word, ‘Never’

Even our dreams were all a mess

Filled with humidity and such distress

Walks outside drowned us to a world of no air

Making one wonder if God was really up there

Temps hit the century mark

Turning us into dogs that bark

So much for the dog days

This felt like a permanent haze

It got up to 114 in my car

No ac made short journeys extra far

Literally turning into an oven

I like summer but this was no fun

Unless you prefer dangerous rays

That cause damage leaving you in a daze

It left us going out of our minds

And me praying for mother nature to be kind

I begged for raindrops the other day

Anything to help us escape this bad play

Take me away to a place that feels real

Instead of one that makes everyone peel

Was there a miracle in sight

We even couldn’t feel ourselves during night

Leaving us dripping wet in a state of panic

That’s what the mercury does when it rises creating manic

Even a hint of rain turned to a classic tease

Was this town a jinx dropping us to our knees

I even began to talk to the man upstairs

Hoping he really could drown our worst fears

Nothing good about a kind of different murderer’s row

One that made you squeamish losing your flow

If it would just return to the norm

I’d move to the attic and set up a dorm

Just once make us believe

When gray skies appeared for a change

Then a sudden cooling took place

Drops falling from the heavens gracing our land

Through the storm

We finally felt alive

Through the storm

Soaking wet slapping high fives

Sometimes wishes do come true

They might take time

But you must believe

And he’ll finally deliver good news

Through the storm

We danced in the street

Through the storm

We slipped and slid to the drum beat

What felt like forever

Finally disappeared

Leaving us breathless

No longer in despair

Through the storm

We had a ball

Through the storm

That cured us all

“Futuristic Swag”

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

From the time you rolled

You rocked it under such control

Making shit hot as can be

With you, there was no such thing as misery

Your swag raised it to a whole new level

Kool Aid smile like a dancing devil

Smoking blunts and blazing a trail

Rockstar personified cause you never failed

Life was your work poetry in motion

All the hollering was for love and devotion

You saw the future through a different glass

Filling it up with theatrics and kicking ass

Brought da fire 24/7

It was like God sent ya straight from heaven

A player who never bsed

The present was a gift always so blessed

Making chronic beats

Like Rice Krispy Treats

Bringing da futuristic swag

That made us envision ya on the cover of a mag

Futuristic from the time I knew you

Never twisted as if you flew

Floating across the sky for all to see

Standing oh so high like a G

Rocking the Marley hair

You were top dawg around here

Even if it only lasted over a year

Felt like an eternity know you’re still near

Watching proudly from your perch

Preaching ghetto gospel in your new church

Making futuristic believers above

Turned out you were a God of love

Born and raised in Atlanta

Wore your roots over here

Making your Mom so proud

Can still hear your voice above in that mushroom cloud

Making it clear that our journey is far from done

Time for us to raise it and have some fun

Just the way you wanted it always da party

Dancing, grinding, playing dem shawties

Elevating your game

Into another domain

Creating magic beats and futuristic swag

That came from the street wihout any lag

Futuristic a kid with the biggest heart

King of soul always played your part

Reigning supreme in your own league

Cool as the blue sky filled with intrigue

Dyayago Escobar you came to be known

Nayelly inspired ya into a different zone

Doing shit big with P Kohlz and Sheist

Shaolin’s version of Montana to Rice

Ya ‘ll combining for the Pop Off team

Hustling hard to achieve your dream

That’s why you were brought here

Bringing your futuristic swag without any fear

Yeah, you did your thing

Leaving it all out while spreading your wings

Literally repping NYC as the city that never sleeps

Cause you never did always playing for keeps

Even got your own sandwich named for ya

Da futuristic I eat to honor you

Right blend of spices that made you unique

Your kicking it smiling with a wink

You raised the roof to the fullest

Setting it on fire like a flamefest

Futuristic swag always around

Damn right, Lyndz you got down

Still see ya on my TV

At the VMAs on MTV

Teaching the posers what the game’s all about

A reality check by my nigga with clout

You’re the brightest star I always see up in the sky

Creating a spotlight that’s oh so fly

Making us wanna blaze to a new high

Even if I get down can’t even cry

I love you like a brother

Part of my Jew roots along with the others

Holding ya forever in my heart

Rising up you was a sweet tart

Serving Kool Aid to your extended fam

Jamming and mugging for the cam

Ya had your own style

Marley and Hendrix a true voodoo child

I know you’ll be watching this Thanksgiving

Am plenty thankful that we still living

Your futuristic swag can never lose its place

You were like Ali always the bright face

Tears of joy for all to be had

I’ll be thinking of ya you were rad

Futuristic swag shall live on

Shining through every dawn

“I Love You”

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

What if I told ya I love you

Always have since the first time I saw you

I knew you had that magic glow

Letting it all flow

Shiny as can be you’re the one for me

God’s gift for all to see

Just want to be with your star

As we get down to the electric guitar

Making magic in the air

Just like your hair always so near

Looking fine like wine much like an art design

How you dress damn you’re blessed

Love ya forever we should be together

You’re like a voodoo child that gets wild

Unique in every way

No wonder I want to be around ya night and day

A full moon that never loses

You’re too good to lose leaving us dazed and confused drunk off booze

Just want one chance and we’ll dance all night long till dawn

I can go on forever about you

Cause you’re the one that rings true

Filled with charm that can never harm

Let’s rock together

I promise to spark it up

Like a vodka shot cup

We’ll fly higher and higher setting it all on fire

Your amazing sight shining bright

I’d give it all up just for you

And you know I’m true

Drop to my knees begging please

Cause you got heart and I want to be a dynamic part

If we hang it’ll be great

Whatever you want on the plate

I’ll never stop loving you so be my boo

And I’ll make it hot no more sad thoughts

Only a world filled with joy

Yeah you’re the real mccoy

You make me see reality

My eyes are open can’t be broken

Ignite the dynamite let’s make it outta sight

Why So Serious

This is part of a project I’ll be working on involving my favorite character, paying homage to Heath Ledger’s The Joker in The Dark Knight.

The Joker’s Delight Vol I

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

It’s a dark day in Gotham City

Not even Batman can save you what a pity

It’s The Joker that’s in control

Poor Harvey Dent it’s taking a toll :laughter:

Try to stop me from tearing Gotham apart

Harvey Dent’s lost his heart

I turned Gotham’s white saint into a circus clown

Now all Commissioner Gordon can do is frown :laughter:

You can’t keep up with my grand schemes

Batman’s worst fears are realized in his dreams

Finally a bad guy who stands for something

And never backs off like the other chicken wings

I’m gonna give them what they want

Let’s see Batman try to stop me what ya got

I won’t kill you cause you’re too much fun

And you won’t kill me because you’re the uncorruptable one

The immovable force meets the immovable object

Leaving Gotham completely wrecked

Has poor Harvey Dent lost his mind

Or was it me that turned him unkind :laughter:

Guess that’s what happens when you lose your love

No wonder he flips a coin for chance of

Now we’re talking a high stakes game

All cause Dent was pushed insane :laughter:

Catch me if you dare

But remember it’ll be your despair

The purple suit you bought it

And poor little Gambill threw a fit

Wanting me dead or alive

When he didn’t know when to hide

The same holds true for this town

Let’s do it forever turn the place upside down

Now Gordon and Batman are very confused

It’s not because they had too much booze

Try to figure out my next move

I just maybe too smooth

This is what happens when The Joker strikes

Go ahead Gotham’s Dark Knight roll out your fancy bike

Chase me around because you can

Just remember it won’t go according to plan

“Empty Lot”

Dedicated to all the soldiers who sacrifice everyday for our way of life.

“Eye Of The Storm”
by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

We’re under attack under fire
Gun sounds everywhere
Ain’t no Spencer for hire
Just us on alert over here

Defending our territory
As enemies move in for the kill
Loading up with blazing fury
With the bad guys moving up hill

This is a test of will power
To see who can rise
Either kill or be killed but don’t cower
Stand up for your allies

It’s just the eye of the storm
As you’re in heat of battle
It’s just the eye of the storm
Fire bullets and bombs rattle

Do you got what it takes to survive
Or will you be bludgeoned to death
It’s do or die to stay alive
Now don’t become a murdered chef

Either kill or be killed
In this life or death game
There ain’t no thrills
Only tons of heartache and pain

It’s your ass on the line
Like a boxer stick and move
Hit ‘em quick without any sign
Be silent but deadly real smooth

It’s just the eye of the storm
In this cruel world
It’s just the eye of the storm
All for glory no priceless pearls

Here, men and women lay it all on the line
For the good of the country
Protecting us from senseless scoundrels who commit hate crimes
Reminding everyone to just let it be

Never ever waver against our way
How fortunate we are to live free
Thanks to the sacrifices they make everyday
Able to dream big and see

It wouldn’t be possible without our troops
Who leave loved ones behind
Even if you disagree why no radical groups
Never forget they’re one of a kind

It’s just the eye of the storm
That keeps us grounded
It’s just the eye of the storm
Soldiers sacrificing on what our country was founded

We can’t ever lose perspective
We’re the ones who don’t face the extreme
Don’t ever be the enemy so deceptive
It’s easy to see you know what I mean

Fight them until every battle’s won
Hunt these thugs until they surrender
Stay hungry and load the gun
Show ‘em who’s boss cause you’re way better

Giving it all up for the US of A
Guts and glory from the start
It’s your dedication we can never repay
Earning the mantle of the purple heart

It’s just the eye of the storm
Which makes us all rise
It’s just the eye of the storm
Now let freedom fly high in the sky

“Another World”

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

You look towards the sky

And love what you see

A whole other world oh so fly

Making you wonder if it’s fantasy or reality

The picturesque setting grabs your attention

Echoed by a cool summer breeze

Studying its universe is beyond comprehension

As if it’s saying, ‘Look at me please’

Who are you to resist the temptation

When it’s like a Renoir painting telling you to stay

Your brain may as well be on vacation

In another place you could be all day

What would it be like to live there

Be in another dimension looking on down

Would it blow around your flowing hair

Or be a different sorta town

One never knows what it would bring

Maybe a bit more adventure into the unknown

Making ya wonder if it’s only a dream

But there you are standing in its zone

Experiencing a different world than you know

Enjoying the glimmering lights up above

As stars and the moon make you glow

Making you smile and feel the love

The kind of place you always believed in

But never figured you’d get this far

But here it is making you float like the wind

Like rocking out in the air jamming the electric guitar

Giving a whole new perspective on life

Finally realizing the truth

No more tension cut by a knife

Instead that you really can raise the roof

“Heart”

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

I see you fight everyday
Battling to make shit go your way
There’s so much I admire about you
You’re a road warrior who stays true

Even as it sometimes hurts to see
You go on as if it were easy
When that’s the farthest thing from the truth
We both know we got the proof

Sometimes, I want to go back

Then maybe I could change it get back on track
Watching you sometimes killed me inside
And I’d keep the pain buried deep inside

But you never changed despite everything
You really are a mockingbird with strong wings
A defiant champ that never gives in
It’s at the game of life that you win

All heart
Is what you are
That big heart
Makes you a star

Everyone sees it whenever you come
Your gift makes it that much more fun
No wonder we always want you around
It’s not hard to admit why it gets me down

Because you’re my best friend forever
We’re united in a bond for ever and ever
When we talk your words mean plenty
Fun times shared oh so many

Yet I wish there were more
Just to see you happy like a lion you roar
When I drive alone, I recall cool trips we took
Where time stood still and you had that look

The same one when you were just a young pup
It was like a dream only I woke up
You’ve grown into a great man
One who’s my hero no matter the plan

All heart
Is what they all see
The biggest heart
My best friend you’ll always be

Dedicated to the best person I know one with the biggest glow in this show <3

“No Panic”

by Derek Felix AKA D Flex

It’s a whole new dawn
that makes it all worthwhile
finally the tension is gone
and i can relax and smile

No panic no panic
From Flex today
No panic no panic
I’m Sinatra doing it my way