This is a collection of poems. The work published here is of a reflective and observational nature. These poems are a raw, lyrical, exploration of passion, existentialism, anxiety, loss, abandonment, religion, depression, metaphysics and fear of insignificance, from adolescence to adulthood, in no particular order. A deep love for poetry and all art permeates the entire work. I'm A Thug, But I Swear For Three Days I Cried was highly influenced by the writings of Albert Camus and his philosophy of the absurd. Other influences include; Simone De Beauvoir. Poe, Aliester Crowley, William. Murakami, Charles Bukowski, Frank Ocean Jung and Nietzsche. This book contains a journey of journeys fitting for lovers of poetry, thinkers of deep thoughts and ponderers existential questions. Pour yourself a glass of wine and curl up with this book to let yourself feel something palpable and true.