Black Boy Becoming

Texas Girl Writes is proud to host the wonderful poetry of Taj M on the platform. I came across Taj’s poem and was instantly captivated and moved by the beautiful expression of Black Trans boyhood.

To all my Black boys you are seen and you are loved. Please support Taj’s art and the works of our beloved Trans community.

Photo by: Kaizer Usher @_ucthem on instagram
Black Boy Becoming black boy you still bleed come full moon still have a subtle switch in your hips know its alright to cry have yet to be taught different black boy your face has become a home for tracing constellations proof of your becoming black boy still don't know how to walk two left feet on you black boy i see your chest puffed out then your back bowed when you realize pulling on your shirts in self awareness black boy you're afraid of men afraid of walking home late still black boy you still nurture still have a skincare routine you've never known a 2 in 1 black boy your transformation feels lonely no one talks about this kind of change where you're from your mother still stuttering over "girl, i mean, um boy" "you know it's so hard for me" "this is who i've known you as" black boy black boy you are a black boy Taj M.

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My name is Taj Levi, I’m a black trans masculine writer and spiritual worker. This poem was inspired by my second puberty and my willingness to accept where I am in my transition in each moment. Being trans/gender non conforming as a black person is such a unique experience that can sometimes feel isolating and confusing. Writing about the process of coming into a new body and the awkwardness of it all pulls me into a sacred and intimate feeling that I have fought for. The vulnerability behind this piece feels like a safe space for myself and other black trans boys/mascs. 

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