A whispered secret, a hidden truth

A life begun, without a father's youth

No name on the certificate, no claim to fame

An illegitimate child, with a heart that bears the shame

The weight of societal scorn, a burden to carry

A constant reminder, of a love that was hasty

The ache of absence, a father's unknown face

A longing to belong, in a designated place

But still, I rise, with a heart full of cheer

Embracing my story, wiping away the tear

For I am more, than the circumstances of my birth

I am a unique soul, with a life of worth

Invisible threads, weave a complex tapestry

A narrative of resilience, in the face of adversity

I am the product, of a love that was real

A love that may have been flawed, but forever I'll feel

So let the whispers cease, and the secrets unfold

I'll stand tall and proud, with a heart that's made of gold

For I am me, an illegitimate child no more

But a shining star, that shines forevermore.