on some people I used to know

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why genlemen,
your eyes appear glazed
and from leaden lids, half raised
I can see
that you haven't felt anything real
in quite a long time.

oh gentle men
you should have left this place.
so long ago
and I know
that you hate to show your face
where shoes have grown small
and strangers familiar

gentlemen
time has come for you to head out
so head out,
but don't forget me
for I'll be getting gone soon