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“She wipes her forehead with her wrist She's just back from a double shift Esther's a carer doing nights Behind her on the kitchen wall is a black and white picture of swallows in flight Her eyes are sore her muscles ache she cracks a beer and swigs it She holds it to her thirsty lips and necks it till it's finished. It's 4:18 a.m. again. Her brain is full of all she's done that day She knows that she won't sleep a wink before the sun is on it's way. She's worried about the world tonight. She's worried all the time. She don't know how she's supposed to put it from her mind . . . - Europe is Lost”

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Let Them Eat Chaos

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Kate Tempest
Kate Tempest

Kate Tempest is a British poet, actor, and musician known for her unique spoken word style and for blending poetry with music and theater. Born on December 22, 1985, she has a passion for poetry and performing arts from a young age. Her work often delves into social issues, personal identity, and urban life, gaining widespread popularity among audiences. more

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