Ghosts in the machine
Ghosts in the machine
We live on the outside
Of locked doors
We walk on by
A mournful sigh escapes
We can see
But are never seen
Remember me
You saw no reflection
So a living wage was taken away
Dehumanising the worker
They are seen as a machine
Assembled to serve
A ghost of a being
With a face to smile
A touch that soothes
This is no machine
Now do you see?
Connections will be made
The light of the spirit flickers
So one day we will be free
~ Camille
Ghosts in the machine
We live on the outside
Of locked doors
We walk on by
A mournful sigh escapes
We can see
But are never seen
Remember me
You saw no reflection
So a living wage was taken away
Dehumanising the worker
They are seen as a machine
Assembled to serve
A ghost of a being
With a face to smile
A touch that soothes
This is no machine
Now do you see?
Connections will be made
The light of the spirit flickers
So one day we will be free
~ Camille
Ghosts in the machine
We live on the outside
Of locked doors
We walk on by
A mournful sigh escapes
We can see
But are never seen
Remember me
You saw no reflection
So a living wage was taken away
Dehumanising the worker
They are seen as a machine
Assembled to serve
A ghost of a being
With a face to smile
A touch that soothes
This is no machine
Now do you see?
Connections will be made
The light of the spirit flickers
So one day we will be free
~ Camille
Poem Printed in Red Ink on A5 Earthy Recycled Paper - Oatmeal
All poetry prints are meticulously crafted on premium-quality papers using archival-grade inks. Each print is personally hand-signed and dated by Camille on the reverse side.
Ink: Vibrant red, providing a striking contrast against the oatmeal-toned background.
Paper: Acid-free and eco-friendly, ensuring lasting quality without compromising sustainability.
Size: A5 (148mm x 210mm) – perfect for framing or gifting.
Weight: 209gsm for a sturdy and premium feel.
Camille Delaquise (previously Camille Barr), is an Australian poet, musician and artist. Through poetry she finds music and through storytelling finds visual represtantion with her unqiue style of abstract art.