Wale is a poet... And there are plenty of local poets, they hold slams at my university. But I'm saying we need a platform like this def jam one today.
John Doe.. how new? Kendrick Lamar, Chance the Rapper, Noname, Mick Jenkins, Isaiah Rashad, Vic Mensa, Joey Badass, Logic, Denzel Curry, J. Cole, Bas.. there's more but if youve bever heard these artists I think you might like them
Ms. Hill's words remain relevant no matter when one is viewing this video. Personally, I think what makes her poem powerful is that it contains truth and wisdom in every line!
*I LOVE LAURYN HILL!!!!!!!!* such a unique, inquisitive and articulately profound MC! Lauryn has always been real and is the modern-day black panther! She doesnt conform to eurocentric ideals, she has found her voice since turning her back on the hollywood 'sell out' music industry to keep her integrity as an artist intact. I love her! Fave female MC! #goddess! #GOAT
When I saw(heard) Lauryn for the first tme as a kid in Sisters Act ...I knew right away that she is special....mostly for her soul and inteligence...peace...
The best poem on this show deeeeeeeeeeereeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeep and every one needs an into if you don’t know what to say mos def just introduces her lol
Even though she doesn't hail from Philly, considered the mother of the so-called "Neo-Soul" movement, just as D'Angelo would technically be the father. This is one of those things in history that will never happen again--that era, that magic. Philly, NY, NJ, VA, that whole scene, all colliding to give us Lauryn, D'Angelo, Jill, Alicia, EVE, Erykah, The Roots, Musiq Soulchild, Bilal, Floetry, John Legend, etc. This is the beauty of musical blackness, quintessential.
@@sonyapeach Oh I don't know why I thout Andre 3-Stacks is from ATL. Also Raphael Saddiq, MAN! Those kind only come in small batches per generation, foreal--LOVE THAT DUDE.
The best female artist to Touch a mic in hiphop history... much love queen.. we miss you but we understand the way you have chosen... f**k that devilish industry
"Global economy in it for self". That's real. A global economy is our reality, it's not going to go backwards but so many politicians and businesses are just that: in it for self. A global economy is powered by the common people of this earth, it should also benefit those same people. The fact that it doesn't is wrong. I think we all can agree on that.
definitely, as you know that global economy is owned by the minority. Meaning it could be that 1% of people own the world's wealth while the majority own nothing. So politicians are "in it for itself" ..It is sad
john 8:12 Then Jesus again spoke to them, saying, "I am the Light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life." the sun is the face of the LORD. he watches over all things with his light.
"This tainted priesthood has got real saints misundastood"!!! Please speak that Lauryn! Too many people truly misunderstand who we children of GOD are because of liars, false priests, deceivers, and hypocrites... its sad that many are missing out on the love of Christ because of lies and misunderstandings...
When he died they were at peace with one another. He did a tiny cameo in her video "The Sweetest Thing" and she did the female part of his song "Me and My Girlfriend".
I used to want to be a part of the music industry but because of all the recent exposure of their wickedness, I no longer have the joy to want to indulge in such a lifestyle...I want to follow in the footsteps of the greats like Miss Lauryn Hill and present the message in a more positive light...SCREW THE MUSIC INDUSTRY!! Music died on 6/25/09 anyway....shit just aint the same....
Bring back Def Poetry Jam! My generation needs it.
John Doe That is bullshit.
poets are everywhere
Wale is a poet... And there are plenty of local poets, they hold slams at my university. But I'm saying we need a platform like this def jam one today.
John Doe.. how new? Kendrick Lamar, Chance the Rapper, Noname, Mick Jenkins, Isaiah Rashad, Vic Mensa, Joey Badass, Logic, Denzel Curry, J. Cole, Bas.. there's more but if youve bever heard these artists I think you might like them
YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH
every line she speaks is so full of power
Literally every single line could be its own story. Amazing
Grieving for my generation.
This woman is a Legend. A Genius, A Queen & is truly Gifted🙌
Ms. Hill's words remain relevant no matter when one is viewing this video. Personally, I think what makes her poem powerful is that it contains truth and wisdom in every line!
L-Boogie + paper + pen = mind-blowing wordplay and lyrics
She just exposed the hidden hand of Satanism on the corruption of humanity today with such eloquence. Salute
Shut up
That’s exactly what she did 🙌🏿
this is so deep it still gives me chills until this day
THE G.O.A.T. 🙌🏾
Def jam poetry is what I miss everyday, it's supposed to be here with us right now
"pleasures designed to take over your mind." I was expecting the crowd to erupt..
this part..😪
She is Gorgeous. She is so deep. The best by far.
damn that was some deep stuff...i need to let it stir and simmer in my head. lol
Wow. This was posted 2009, still rings true till 2020
She inspires me so much
She is so STUNNING!
it would all be enough to lose heart, if your hadn't such a lovely voice, and heart, Ms. Hill. thank you.
We need more of this today
She is brilliant.
Be strong Lauren...this too shall pass!!
She is a genius
2024 - still watching it. Bring it back kids. Bring it back.
*I LOVE LAURYN HILL!!!!!!!!* such a unique, inquisitive and articulately profound MC! Lauryn has always been real and is the modern-day black panther! She doesnt conform to eurocentric ideals, she has found her voice since turning her back on the hollywood 'sell out' music industry to keep her integrity as an artist intact. I love her! Fave female MC! #goddess! #GOAT
When I saw(heard) Lauryn for the first tme as a kid in Sisters Act ...I knew right away that she is special....mostly for her soul and inteligence...peace...
The best poem on this show deeeeeeeeeeereeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeep and every one needs an into if you don’t know what to say mos def just introduces her lol
One of my favorites, Ms. Lauryn Hill.
We need to embrace poetry more in our culture! Period!
Even though she doesn't hail from Philly, considered the mother of the so-called "Neo-Soul" movement, just as D'Angelo would technically be the father. This is one of those things in history that will never happen again--that era, that magic. Philly, NY, NJ, VA, that whole scene, all colliding to give us Lauryn, D'Angelo, Jill, Alicia, EVE, Erykah, The Roots, Musiq Soulchild, Bilal, Floetry, John Legend, etc. This is the beauty of musical blackness, quintessential.
Lulu Centeno hopefully it will happen again
Eve not neo-soul
But I agree
You for got India Arie, I would also include Andre 3000, Rafael Sadiek, and Dione Farris. But yes.
@@sonyapeach Oh I don't know why I thout Andre 3-Stacks is from ATL. Also Raphael Saddiq, MAN! Those kind only come in small batches per generation, foreal--LOVE THAT DUDE.
I really love her speaking voice!
DEEP !!!
The best female artist to Touch a mic in hiphop history... much love queen.. we miss you but we understand the way you have chosen... f**k that devilish industry
The best ever
Wow. Every word she spoke got me hooked on that one second dieing to wait for the other. This is amazing.
"Global economy in it for self". That's real. A global economy is our reality, it's not going to go backwards but so many politicians and businesses are just that: in it for self. A global economy is powered by the common people of this earth, it should also benefit those same people. The fact that it doesn't is wrong. I think we all can agree on that.
definitely, as you know that global economy is owned by the minority. Meaning it could be that 1% of people own the world's wealth while the majority own nothing. So politicians are "in it for itself" ..It is sad
DAT was so deep ,real deep
My Sista, Lauryn..Love you to life :-)
Still rings true today
I just love Lauryn Hill that was so powerful & spoke volumes
john 8:12
Then Jesus again spoke to them, saying, "I am the Light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life."
the sun is the face of the LORD. he watches over all things with his light.
I love this poem!!!! It's so deeeeeeep and mindful.
Wow! Watching this then walked into my living rm where" Killin Me Softly" is playing low on my radio. ❤️🖤💚👑💫
Lauryn is everything 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Talent beyond talent! Love Ms. Hill!!
Lauren...you expose too much. Love you for that!
Such a Queen, Ms Hill!
this is real art, true talent, very well spoken, EVERYONE GO LISTEN TO MY POETRY....
Ouuuu original goddess you are an inspiration! You got me with goosebumps on my arms and tears in my eyes
OMG WOW THIS TALKS ABOUT EVERYTHING IN LIFE PERIOD.
heart so heavy, she speaks everything
ALWAYS AND FOREVER A POETIC MASTER WITH GRACE AND POISE...THE TRUTH TELLER...
moving. powerful. full of wisdom. not heard better to date
Watched this in class. It was BEAUTIFUL!!!
First time hearing her speak. Wow
I just love Lauryn Hill..She is a classic.
LEGEND!!! Plain and simple.
I will have to hear this one again!
I miss Lauren Hill...pleaseeeee come back!!
loved it. it was so powerful
she still speaks the same knowledge in consumerism her song in 2015
2018...
That was beautiful ❤️
Such a powerful voice!
SIMPLE TRUTH. POWERFUL WORDS
Utter and complete truth she spoke. How can anyone give this a thumbs down
"This tainted priesthood has got real saints misundastood"!!! Please speak that Lauryn! Too many people truly misunderstand who we children of GOD are because of liars, false priests, deceivers, and hypocrites... its sad that many are missing out on the love of Christ because of lies and misunderstandings...
Judah will rise!
that was amazing i love showing this to my students
When he died they were at peace with one another. He did a tiny cameo in her video "The Sweetest Thing" and she did the female part of his song "Me and My Girlfriend".
That my girl speaking real truth, love u❤💕💓💗
I love her!
Bring def poetry jam back!!!
WoW.. this was awesome!
im 14 and poetry just come to me thats just butieful and deep i love it
She is too beautiful
Damn she deep and gorgeous 💚💯💯
shes beautiful ......
love it!!!!! check your Motives and thoughts
I oove her cuz she just so real
got chills
wow was just writing a paper and it made me remember this show
A True Queen
i love this poem
AMAZING!
excellent just excellent!
My favorite poem
She gives her all,lives and speaks through the higher source.That's it.
The Queen
Queen
Powerful enough for me
Short poem full of power
POWERFUL! CHECK YOUR MOTIVES AND THOUGHTS!
Yessss Lauryn
i pray for the day where she will come out with another album but bring that same truth to the table
Brilliant stuff!
Ahhh you uploaded this on my 18th birthday!
WOW
just wow.
I used to want to be a part of the music industry but because of all the recent exposure of their wickedness, I no longer have the joy to want to indulge in such a lifestyle...I want to follow in the footsteps of the greats like Miss Lauryn Hill and present the message in a more positive light...SCREW THE MUSIC INDUSTRY!! Music died on 6/25/09 anyway....shit just aint the same....
Perfect
ty for reposting this. it dissapeared for a moment i think
damn, beautuful
Bring back Def Jam Poetry
PEACE 2 da QUEEN
powerful words!