It]s more than just a piece of cloth
It’s a symbol of our religion
It’s worn in sincerity
It’s worn in oppression
It protects you from the world
It protects you from within
It’s a shield made of fabric
A facade that hides your sin
It’s a good motivation
For ibadah that’s worth a try
It’s a multi-millionaire business
That fashion makes you buy
They will never understand
How hard it is to wear
To stand the heat and humidity
To conceal our beautiful hair
And yet they still condemn
As if theyre in our shoes
The length, the choice, the presence,
They have nothing to lose
I’m not trying to be controversial
I’m just sharing a perspective
This is a big commitment if you can’t tell
And those who wear it are impressive
-Ameerah Sofea
The Soya Bean 