In Stratford’s quiet streets he was born,
A bard whose fame would soon adorn,
The annals of time with tales so grand,
His words a treasure, a timeless brand.

The Globe’s bright stage, his voice did ring,
With characters rich, they’d laugh and sing,
From Hamlet’s woes to Lear’s deep plight,
His quill brought stories to the light.

Though mysteries shroud his days and deeds,
His legacy of words still leads,
Each sonnet, play, a crafted art,
Reflecting deeply of the heart.

So here’s to Shakespeare, the poet true,
Whose verses old yet ever new,
Continue to inspire, enthrall, and teach,
Across the ages, his words still reach.