Global Poet: Federica La Ferrera

Federica La Ferrera

Federica La Ferrera, a devoted poet from Catania, Sicily, weaves a world where words and rhythm dance together, creating art that pulses with life’s subtle, poignant beauty. Now based in London since 2018,  Her journey into the arts began at the early age of five, when she first discovered her love for books and took dance and piano lessons. Inspired by her parent’s passion for the arts,

Federica nurtured an appreciation for dance, music, poetry, and literature throughout her school years. Her poetry blooms from a blend of passions—science, art, and travel—each line reflecting her journey through the worlds of knowledge and creativity. Her work speaks with the heartbeat of the city: crowded streets, the weight of solitude amidst teeming crowds, the hum of distant trains, and the ache for nature amidst glass and steel. Through her poetic lens, the city becomes both muse and metaphor—a space of ceaseless movement, struggle, and delicate hope. She gives voice to the nostalgia of simpler places, the demands of urban existence, and the urgent call to protect the environment within the chaos.
Federica’s performances transcend the written word, blending poetry and music into a sensory experience that pulls audiences into the essence of her art. Her voice and verse captivate, touching listeners with a sense of interconnectedness and wonder. In her presence, people feel compelled to rediscover the beauty in their own lives and surroundings. Her art is an invitation—a reminder of the tenderness woven into life’s complexities and a call to embrace the delicate balance between longing and belonging, struggle and serenity.
Federica’s poetic journey opens a window into a world where the city’s heartbeat meets the timeless call of nature and human connection. She invites others to fall in love with art, reflect, and find harmony amidst the tumult, all the while leaving a quiet, resonant mark on the soul.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Federica on her inspiring poetic and artistic journey. Global Poet and Poetry is deeply grateful to have her as part of our team, bringing her unique voice and boundless creativity to our shared mission. Her dedication to the art of poetry and her vision for connecting people through verse enriches us all. Thank you, Federica, for sharing your gifts with the world and for being an invaluable part of our poetic family.

Kaberi Mukherjee
Poet and Associate Editor
Global Poet and Poetry

Poetry by Federica La Ferrera

EXTRAORDINARY BEINGS

Not just ordinary people.
We are extraordinary beings cosplaying
through our alter egos, pretending we fit in
a society of regulars, finding the good and best in everyone
without seeing it in our own selves.
Some of us are superheroes
there are some chosen ones amongst us.
Have you ever spoken to someone and
they just do not understand you?
Or felt like you’re the main character?
Not because you’re superior or better than others,
you are aware.
The energy is different.
As they were nonplayable characters, shadows.
The language barrier is not tue problem,
you are just at different levels.
Some people can understand each other without needing to speak.
Telepathy.
We need to be selective.
Some of us are just “attractive” but others… radioactive.
Truth.
We deserve loyalty. Because we are royalty.
Divine beings, miracles in this galaxy.
Learning to be our home and ask for more.
This is growth, shedding layers, answering prayers.
We are not ordinary people. We are extraordinary beings. Alchemists.
Capable of doing extraordinary things; of seeing even the unseen.
Esoteric experience.
Everyone you meet
plays a key role in your life. Look back, and you will realise it.
Perfection does exist
If you believe in it
and there is no fast nor slow, as time is relative.
Let’s change the narrative.

BIG CITY LIFE

I live in a big city, and I am grateful
I look up to the skies and see both trees
and skyscrapers rise but also fall.
Plentiful and surrounded by so many energies
and opportunities, but overload, sensory overload,
sometimes is inevitable.
I live in a big city and I see concrete instead of waterfalls;
all of my shoes became uncomfortable.
People like to follow something or someone they don’t even know
Flow of a crowd, instead of a river flow.

Travel the world
and make it everywhere your home.
Community, art, beauty
but also capitalism and alienation.

Underground or downward spiral?
It is like descending in the underworld
And the heat, in summer can become unbearable.
Halloween is scarier, in London.
In winter, it is cloudy, rainy, and snowy.
There are some sunny days, even when it is cold.
I live in a big city and I am grateful
Because it is a portal for the whole world.
So much history, so many cultures, languages,
all nations in one city.
Although, not enough vital space to contain us all.
Different but similar in so many ways,
We are one, but we should say “no!” To control.
Some rules are essential to avoid chaos,
only if they are fair and aim to
real improvement and healthy growth.

THE KEY

I found the key.
The key found me
The key is within me I’m the keyholder powerful vessel
An important tassel
in this puzzle that is life
before moving on,
I got to learn lessons, blessings in disguise
My eyes are brilliant stars lighting Skies, the galaxies
Foxy Loving
Healing force In the universe, all is one
Unified through an invisible thread,
I’ve read all the signs
And followed them

I LOVE YOU LIKE I LOVE THE MOON

The moon,
not always full imperfect, but bold
Stunning, visible from everywhere in the world.
Cold symbol of shadow, the night, the darkness,
but her silvery light and glimmer caresses everything she touches.
Wolves and cats are enchanted by her.
I love you like I love the moon
I love you in summer, winter, spring and autumn
I love you when the flowers bloom and when the leaves fall
like mother nature loves all creation, like a conversation under the stars, the tides and the seaside.
I love you as much as the depth of all oceans and seas
As high as the Mount Everest
as infinite as the sky, the galaxies, the cosmos. From East to West North to South
I love you even when you’re not around
I’m bound to love you Like I love the moon
not only when she is full but throughout each phase.
Even when you cannot see her face
still, you know she is there, watching over you
Lighting up the sky and giving comfort when you feel blue
Now I’m here again
Towards another new, beautiful adventure,
Doors opening, new beginnings.

TRUST THE UNIVERSE

Trust the universe
You are exactly where you’re meant to be.
You see, whatever did not work out, actually worked out.
Life is a precious gift
rejection is redirection and every little
shift within, transformation.
You are a diamondborn under pressure atreasure,
and whoever did not know how to hold you
Or keep you lost. The measure
of love is to love without measure.
What you thought would last forever
Is just a memory, a ghost.
Intuition is never wrong.
Learn to let go. You already know… take it slow.
There is no need to rush or run around.
To elevate means to ground.
The healthiest trees have the deepest roots.
Trust that the universe takes care of you.
Everything transforms. If it dies it will be
reborn
thinking outside the box is what will set
you free Truth is prosperity
You’re not poor, maybe just a fool at times
You’re pure gold, look inside of you.
You can see without eyes,
Hear without ears,
Speak without a mouth and feel without
touch.
That’s how powerful the soulis..
However, the human experience is why we are here,
so, when doubt puts your defenses up
Trust the universe
There’s so much more than What the 3D shows.
The person you see is
just a small fraction of who I am.
I am an alien, the cosmos, the galaxy, made of stardust, water
and infinite power.