poem as writing prompt

i like writing that sinks me into another perspective, one that i might not experience on my own. i was trolling poetry sites, and came across this one:

"I, too, sing America.

I am the darker brother.
They send me to eat in the kitchen
When company comes,
But I laugh,
And eat well,
And grow strong.

Tomorrow,
I'll be at the table
When company comes.
Nobody'll dare
Say to me,
"Eat in the kitchen,"
Then.

Besides,
They'll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed--

I, too, am America."


"I, Too" by Langston Hughes


I'd forgotten about this poem, but it hits just as hard as the first time. Love it.