Colm Keegan Poetry

Dublin-born Colm Keegan emerged as a leading voice in contemporary Irish poetry through his acclaimed collections “Don’t Go There” and “Randomer.” Winner of the All Ireland Poetry Slam, he co-founded the Lingo festival and writes with sharp wit about modern Irish life, social issues, and urban experience.

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Memorial

Colm Keegan confronts the violent deaths of young men in Ireland in ‘Memorial’, rewinding the clock to a time they were happy and free.

'Memorial' is a poem which channels Colm Keegan's own experiences and socio-political beliefs into an emotive call for change. The subject matter of the poem came from Keegan's commute into Dublin, where the train lines were lined with memorials to young men whose lives were lost to violence. Keegan addresses these memorials as a symptom of a larger societal issue, as those from disadvantaged backgrounds are significantly more likely to be faced with violence or criminality. 'Memorial' reflects Keegan's sensibilities as a poet, using his medium to demand change in the interest of saving lives.

a house filled with your friends:

young good-looking boys and girls

music and a party starting

as soon as you step in.

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