The poem delves into multifaceted themes of identity and transformation, depicting a journey from personal self-discovery to the embodiment of historical and cultural figures. The speaker reflects on how they've assimilated profound identities such as Jesus, Whitney Houston, and Jesse Owens, while grappling with societal perceptions and expectations. The imagery intertwines notions of black culture and spirituality, drawing attention to the paradox of constructing identity against external pressures and the technological landscape that complicates human connection.
I turned myself into myself and was Jesus. I turned Jesus into a business and was The pastor of a megachurch. I turned The church out. I'm Whitney Houston.
What Am I to call myself now? Who has a word When I want to be what she saw in me? I turned myself into a question and Became an orphan in a black suit.
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