Spoken Word

Growing up I've never really had an interest in poetry, yet I started watching spoken word videos and I was hooked. It brings words to life in a way I'd never seen before, suddenly poetry was so powerful, it got me angry, upset and wanting to make changes myself. Exploring and listening to these has ingrained it into my brain. I'm starting to think lyrically, which has lead to me writing poetry and short stories, at which I'm surprised and overjoyed.

As an artist I want to try and express this power in my work, to make an impact about things I care about. Spoken word artists get so passionate and reel you in, making you believe every single word. And really, why should we do things by halves?

Here are a few spoken word videos by two amazing women. 

Hollie's work is straight to the point, it flows, she's honest and fresh, and as she would probably appreciate me saying, free from bullshit.

Oh Melissa, she is one powerful lady, I don't think I need to say much more, just listen.