I'm on such a poetic high right now, that I needed more...lol
1. I've mentioned Jamaal St. John enough times on my blog for most readers to know that I deeply dig his pen. This poem right here is a testament to recognizing the state of affairs, and wanting to positively correct them. Love it. (The defiance that seeps from his mannerism...this gets me pumped every time...lol)
2. When God created metaphors, he lent them to the world, with the understanding that one day, Joshua Bennett would become his designated master of them. When he spits, the audience sees tapestry. They see artist diligently painting magnificent lines. The finished work is a masterpiece. And this poem is certainly no exception.
3. Rudy Francisco is the 2010 iWPS champion....even though I could be silent right there, I must say that he has consistently been amazing. And I love this piece because it is an amazing account of how we as poets sometimes feel exposed.
4. If you have any appreciation for humanity, this next poem is for you. Anis Mojgani reached inside himself and spilled out the type of poem, that every poet should try to find. 'Every time I write, every time I open my eyes, I'm cutting out parts of myself, just to give them to you...so, shake the dust, and take me with you when you do, cause none of this has ever been for me...' Awesome.
5. Marshall Soulful Jones has a style that his name implies. It is soulful. It is melodic. It is hip-hop, neo-soul, bluegrass, rock, pop, rhythm & blues...frankly it is everything lyrical. I remember coming across this poem, and thinking "yeeeesss!!!!"
Again, 5 amazing poets, whose words are felt time and time again.
Marcus Jamison, the Rare Poet
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