"I want to die while you love me, While yet you hold me fair, While laughter lies upon my lips, And lights are in my hair."

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Source: Georgia Douglas Johnson, “I Want To Die While You Love Me”

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Georgia Douglas Johnson

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Georgia Douglas Johnson was a prominent African American poet and playwright, known for her poignant exploration of race and gender in her works.

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