A Girl Called Rude - By Chloe Daniella Lubbe

Written By: chloe.daniella.lubbe

Category: poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In Chloe Daniella Lubbe's evocative poem, "A Girl Called Rude," the author invites readers to explore the raw and emotional journey of identity and self-perception. As a participant in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Chloe Daniella Lubbe presents a poignant reflection that resonates deeply with many. This poem, categorized under poetry, delves into the complexities of labels and the impact they have on one's sense of self.

About the Work

"A Girl Called Rude" captures the intensity of internal struggle through vivid imagery and a heartfelt narrative. The piece employs a tone that is both introspective and defiant, exploring themes of identity, judgment, and resilience. The poem's structure and language reflect the emotional weight of labels imposed by others, and the transformation of these into a source of strength and self-awareness.

A girl called rude

Original Submission by chloe.daniella.lubbe

A girl called rude

You called me rude so many times that the syllables etched themselves into my ribs.

Rude.

Rude.

Rude.

It could have been printed on my weeping childish soul,

a brand they give to animals who won't stand still for the needle,

who flinch when hands reach without asking.

I learned manners the way a trapped thing learns the shape of its cage.

I softened my voice until it dissolved.

I swallowed my questions until they grew spines and climbed back up my throat.

But still, the word followed me,

a small, sharp stone in every shoe I wore.

You made me, then called the bite rude.

You starved me, then punished me for being hungry.

You do not starve a thing for years

and name its hunger ugly.

You handed me broken glass and expected me to kiss the shards,

Then they called me difficult when

My lips turned red.

Rude.

That must be all I am,

Because who cares to learn

the soft of a wild animal.

Who cares when it’s so simple to see

The selfish, arrogant, rude beast.

Rude…

And a monster doesn’t

Care right?

A rude girl doesn’t

Care for others, right?

Never thinks

Never gets.

Let it be the only language I have left.

Let rude stitch itself across my chest

like a surname I never chose

but will carry to the grave.

Let them whisper it,

let them throw it like a stone

At my battered body.

I will catch it.

I will polish it.

I will wear it

until it becomes a mirror

, and they shall finally see.

This is the best poem

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform that celebrates the literary talents of writers and poets from around the world. This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to showcase their creativity and connect with a global audience. Entrants submit works across various categories, fostering a rich tapestry of voices and perspectives.

Thank you, Chloe Daniella Lubbe, for your compelling poem "A Girl Called Rude." Your contribution to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 is a testament to the power of words and their ability to inspire reflection and dialogue. We appreciate your participation and the unique voice you bring to the literary community.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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