POEM - The Down-low on DMB

The proper way

In my experience

To attend correctly

A Dave Mathews Band concert

Is with a significant other

With whom you have amorous intent

I offer this as an expert

Of the wrong way

The first time I went

I took my youngest brother

Because Linda hates jam bands

But I was unprepared

For the mood of the show

For the unprovoked resentment

Towards by blissfully unaware sibling

He thought we were having a good time

I knew what would make it the best time

So I swore then and there

The next time would be different

And it was not

Generosity began the next show

My friend Peter had won tickets

Three tickets to be precise

Who gives away three tickets?

Even numbers people,

That’s the formula for tickets!

So I was invited

Third wheel to Peter and his wife

At least they were doing it right

As consolation I showed off

Sat in the back seat

Spouting off DMB facts and tidbits

To let them know I appreciated it more

Make sure they knew I knew

That I liked them better

Really it was a tantrum

In the guise of a fan

Born of jealousy

Spawned by anticipation

That attends a live show

So do it right

You owe it to yourself

Go see Dave Mathews

Take your sweetheart

Do not

Under any circumstance

Invite me