Creativity: Shakespeare Vs. Sekou

Poetry has evolved vastly over the years. Its form is no longer just plays or music. It can be in the form of lyrics or spoken word.
Poetry no longer has to rhyme, or be written in riddles to engage the reader, in thinking that their intellect will never suffice to understand the concept therefore just the process of reading, is engaging in poetry itself.
I see poetry being about communication.
Not just studying of social context or historical periods, but an expression of who we are and what we feel and experience in our lives. 
Its a colourful way of communicating things we cant always say.
Its storytelling at its best!


Some of my favourite poets are lyricists.
Music is important to me and its because of the words involved. I want to share with you some of my favourite modern poets.


The guys are talented, they have a way with words that express emotion and opinion so intelligently yet allow the new generation to comprehend. 


Sekou
a.k.a Sekou excellent is a great political spoken word poet. I was introduced to him a few months ago and was engaged instantly by his performance and delivery or the words he puts together.
Checkout the video below from Def Poetry!










Jill Scott
One of my favourite artists. She is a singer/songwriter with the ability to perform with crazy energy. Her words are full of love and struggle as well as beauty and happiness. The video below is an example of her poetic ability live on Def Poetry!





Checkout her poetry book- 'The Moments,the Minutes, the Hours'


Maya Angelou
One of my all time favourite writers. Her book ' I know why the caged bird sings'  is an emotive tale of civil rights struggle and a woman's pain.
The book below is a collection of her poetry, its a beautiful book with short poems to lift your spirit, inspire or educate. I always find it comforting to read now and again.














































Ntozake Shange
Her play 'For Coloured Girls who have considered suicide when the Rainbow is enuf' is a beautiful yet painful story about black women's struggle with relationships and self love.
Most recently it has been made into film and will premier in the uk this friday! 
Checkout the trailer below!

Be inspired to inspire!Word!