Sunni Patterson - We Made It

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  • Опубліковано 13 бер 2007
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    Sunni Patterson Def Poetry Jam Performance. Both inspirational and moving. We have not yet invented words to describe this womens talent. A true god send.
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  • @Jesusgurl11
    @Jesusgurl11 7 років тому +315

    It sounds like a hip hop song, but it's slavery at its peak. That's the hardest line I've ever heard.

    • @KiambuX
      @KiambuX 3 роки тому +3

      I had to revisit this joint. 😭

    • @daniellem1840
      @daniellem1840 Рік тому +1

      @@KiambuX 2022 here

    • @KiambuX
      @KiambuX Рік тому

      Man.....🔥💯.

  • @RandomPersonette
    @RandomPersonette 2 роки тому +62

    "It ain't just burnin' in Mississippi, Hell is hot wherever you be." After all these years this poem still hits hard.

    • @amandabarber4134
      @amandabarber4134 Рік тому +1

      More people incarcerated in Louisiana RIGHT NOW, per capita than any place on this earth.

  • @yaonpointtip
    @yaonpointtip 5 років тому +154

    She literally looks like a goddess

    • @lonnier7793
      @lonnier7793 4 роки тому +2

      Literally.

    • @readingsbycali1997
      @readingsbycali1997 3 роки тому +2

      She is a goddess.

    • @ogko7077
      @ogko7077 3 роки тому +4

      She really does and I can only imagine what the energy is like when meeting her in person

  • @Queenbrieee
    @Queenbrieee 4 роки тому +72

    *"Cause death don't come in vain. Not for us to remain enslaved or our spirits to remain in cages. It comes so we might be courageous to fulfill our obligation to our God of all creation...."* 💕🙏🏽

  • @stevenalex6969
    @stevenalex6969 9 років тому +191

    Damn that sister is deep , sunni is a good name for her because she has definitely shined light no us all

    • @stevenalex6969
      @stevenalex6969 9 років тому +4

      She's really incredible, said an done.

  • @Lovemeup8
    @Lovemeup8 10 років тому +122

    I didn't notice I was holding my breath until it was over, gave me chills

  • @johndavidson3600
    @johndavidson3600 Рік тому +2

    My friend in college performed this for the National Speech and Debate competition and she won the championship. Such an amazing poem.

  • @sayitloud3237
    @sayitloud3237 5 років тому +63

    Still listening in 2019✊🏾👏🏾

  • @bayouboy97
    @bayouboy97 17 років тому +16

    I've been knowing Sunni since junior highschool she does have alot to say, but the best part is that she is so sweet. Always have been

  • @dannybrown1416
    @dannybrown1416 7 років тому +122

    I have watched this over and over again and I get bathed in goosebumps every single time... deep words, nicely interwoven, yet dripping with memories of a painful past and a scarred present.

  • @wizardofahhhhhhz
    @wizardofahhhhhhz 15 років тому +24

    I have the pleasure of knowing Sunni in real life and she's an amazing woman as well as poet. We have shared many stages together and I am still left in awe after all of this time. I'm just happy the rest of the world finally got a chance to hear what we in New Orleans have been hearing for years.

  • @underyourskins
    @underyourskins 10 років тому +195

    Destroying all commercial rappers..

  • @NaturalDivineGoddess
    @NaturalDivineGoddess 4 роки тому +8

    Quarantine with Sunni Patterson ANYONE?? 🎧

  • @djbitches
    @djbitches 14 років тому +27

    That was a very powerful poem, i like how her tone and emotional delivery match the tone of the vivid imagery she uses. Her words take the audience on a dark journey through tragic moments in black history from the the horrors of Jim Crow South to the tragedy of police brutality today, the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Malcom X the death and imprisonment of black revolutionaries and the inhumanity of the slave trade....our freedom was paid for with the blood of our ancestors

  • @ewunikeaminata
    @ewunikeaminata 8 років тому +49

    Sunni Patterson is a national treasure!

    • @yofavsw
      @yofavsw 7 років тому

      ewunikeaminata

  • @jerijahbarriere9263
    @jerijahbarriere9263 5 років тому +10

    She was my 5th grade teach ✊🏾

  • @IMJOHNNYDAFOX
    @IMJOHNNYDAFOX 15 років тому +4

    This woman is light years ahead of so many poets. She's definitely in her own lane. What a breath of fresh air!!! Beauty and brains; what an awesome combination...

  • @joshuacordero3989
    @joshuacordero3989 8 років тому +65

    we need you now more than ever Sunni Patterson

  • @BrandonInTheCity
    @BrandonInTheCity 17 років тому +23

    I love this video. I literally watch it everyday. She has mastered the art of story telling and has truly allowed her consciousness to ascend to a higher level of learning. She raises so many valid points.

  • @JimmyGray
    @JimmyGray 10 років тому +40

    I remember Sunni from my spoken word days in New Orleans around early 2000's. She was killin it back then and still is. We used to spit with a group of poets in a group called Pizazz which im sure is not around anymore. Respect to real spitters and to my dirty south family. One.

    • @hendeeandnewton
      @hendeeandnewton 4 роки тому +2

      Jimmy Gray Tru Bru Cafe every Friday night!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @timray4988
    @timray4988 Рік тому +2

    I bought the whole series on dvd my last tour in Iraq. She was dope.

  • @DrikaLuv
    @DrikaLuv Рік тому +1

    I had the pleasure of hearing recite this poem at a Juneteenth celebration (Verses in RVA). She was absurdly phenomenal. My friend and I knew every word if this poem and was still blown away when she recited it live.

  • @paperstack39
    @paperstack39 16 років тому +1

    I knew Sunni back in the day when she was in college at tuskegee university. She was powerful then and i see she has gotten even MORE powerful. Back then whenshe spoke, she had the WHOLE audience simply captivated with her words. Good to see she is still making her mark on the world

  • @DameDash2000
    @DameDash2000 13 років тому +1

    She was named correctly because it ALWAYS bright where she is...I Love You Sunni!!!

  • @erinmammi
    @erinmammi 13 років тому +3

    This poem is so encouraging. I love how she is bringing the REAL part of life to the table that people dont talk about. The message she is basically saying is that life is HARD and sometimes terrible life changing things are going to happen. REAL Life & death isnt always pretty, but what matters is that we make it through and dont let it change our spirit & heart into bad just because bad situations. To anyone who goes thru hard times/life in general and still remains strong; WE MADE IT!

  • @9thedreaming9
    @9thedreaming9 10 років тому +9

    Damn, I'm crying like it was the first time I hear it. Damn... She always gets me, always...

  • @DarealLyza
    @DarealLyza 17 років тому

    O... now come on! Stop with them negative comments. Sunni is excellent. She sings poetry and it is not a song... it's still poetry. I feel her presence through my computer screen... her pain her anger her love. I envy those of u who've met her.

  • @kem193
    @kem193 13 років тому +3

    I've love this poem. it's just like New Orleans. I watch this 7 times

  • @KiambuX
    @KiambuX Рік тому +2

    Man, this joint still gets to me....🤲🏿📿.

  • @GTB7
    @GTB7 13 років тому +3

    I absolutely love her accent. I would listen to her talk about anything.

  • @sayitloud3237
    @sayitloud3237 9 років тому +17

    One of the most powerful poems☆☆

  • @LBM330
    @LBM330 16 років тому +2

    this woman is truly amazing. the poem was off the chain!!! she killled it. Go New Orleans Go-so much talent comes from there!!!!

  • @alaoa
    @alaoa 4 роки тому +2

    Meet her in college and saw her transform. Such an inspiration!!

  • @thomashughes8167
    @thomashughes8167 11 років тому +1

    This woman or should I say spirit; is absolutley beautiful. She is so passive but brave as a lion. This is my defenition of a poet.

  • @loooubnaaa
    @loooubnaaa 13 років тому +1

    I've just discovered Sunni Patterson tonight and have already watched a dozen of her videos.. That woman is so REAL! You can feel that she's strong and wise ..
    Greetings from Morocco!

  • @ItsYourGirl56
    @ItsYourGirl56 15 років тому +1

    This poem. I have heard it copious times over the last week. The cadence, the message, she is PHENOMENAL.

  • @jhp0725
    @jhp0725 12 років тому +2

    By far my all time favorite Def Poetry performance. I have been watching this for years now and it never fails to give me the shivers.

  • @KeishaCharmaine
    @KeishaCharmaine 2 роки тому

    One of my favorites 🔥

  • @shannongreen1325
    @shannongreen1325 Рік тому

    I still come here. She speaks alot we all would say and should say. Sunni Patterson

  • @zeroun92
    @zeroun92 7 років тому +9

    this was 10 years ago wow. I recall listening to this in undergrad to help me get through school and it was old then lol

  • @fabmthomas
    @fabmthomas 11 років тому +5

    Awe-inspiring brilliance, artistry that speaks to the soul!! This is where my admiration for, fascination with and love for Sunni began. My life as a spoken word artist has never been the same....

  • @manez1234
    @manez1234 15 років тому +1

    wow!!! that was the definition of spoken word lol!!! her delivery was so unique. I loved it!!!!

  • @tinakelly6474
    @tinakelly6474 4 роки тому +1

    I'm from Jamaica and I watched a video of Sunni Patterson performing about six years ago and I was spell-bound. I love all her poems and some are truly EPIC.

  • @SHANGOOYAsCLOSET
    @SHANGOOYAsCLOSET 4 роки тому +1

    best poet in the world. i still watch this every month

  • @JosieGrosie44
    @JosieGrosie44 15 років тому

    everyword that emits from her lips is a present most people would define as gold. One word: Genius!

  • @MRANKH360
    @MRANKH360 15 років тому +8

    Sister your stature is powerful! Keep speaking & sharing!!!

  • @Brazofuerte
    @Brazofuerte 5 років тому +2

    Still watching this. Love her. Always see her at jazz fest in New Orleans. Even got a pic 😊

  • @rikayapartlow
    @rikayapartlow 5 років тому +2

    This will forever be my favorite poem by her...... 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

  • @kekambas79
    @kekambas79 17 років тому

    Blackphotog, I was introduced to Sunni Patterson on Democracy Now! too. When I heard that poem, tears and chills went up and down my spine. That poem touched me dearly. She covered 400 years in that poem. She went from the auction block to the hotel where MLK, Jr. was shot. I have to admit, I like the recital of the poem on Democracy Now! better.
    I guess, because, that was my first time seeing her. Sunni's poem will be my National Anthem! Sunni Patterson, YOU ROCK sistah!!!!!

  • @NaturalDivineGoddess
    @NaturalDivineGoddess 5 років тому +8

    2019 and Forever

  • @QueenSpeaksWord
    @QueenSpeaksWord 15 років тому

    Sunni is a TRUE inspiration. Can't tell you how many times I've listened to and watched this one.
    Her look = perfect
    The words = perfect
    The accent = perfect
    The timing = perfect
    Absolutely can't get enough of Sunni P.!!

  • @EyeKnowtoo
    @EyeKnowtoo 14 років тому

    If Anyone Took This As Just A Poem & This Goddess As Just A Poet... Your Appraisal Is Worthless As Much As The Dollar Amount That You could Ever Come Up With.. WOW!! I Listen To This With Every Fiber Of My Being.. This A Goddess & She Is PRICELESS!! WOW!!

  • @singingislove2
    @singingislove2 13 років тому +1

    That poem was so beautiful it gave me chills. She is a very very talented poet no doubt.

  • @Bo0kiE19
    @Bo0kiE19 13 років тому

    Man did yall catch some of the things she was saying??? Beautiful woman..Just seen her last week..beautiful work, beautiful pieces, beautiful peace, beautiful spirit. Stay Blessed!

  • @ZainaAmira1995
    @ZainaAmira1995 14 років тому

    This poem definetly won't fit in everyones ear, but I heard you Sunni. I Love this piece

  • @VanityBee729
    @VanityBee729 12 років тому +1

    Her words are so piercing! love it!!!!

  • @DarealLyza
    @DarealLyza 17 років тому

    oh snap! Sunni Patterson... i'm a young poet, you are an inspiration.

  • @cwoodso1
    @cwoodso1 14 років тому

    I can't even breathe right now...my students will love this one. I smell an assignment coming on.

  • @tealbiatch
    @tealbiatch 13 років тому +1

    I get chills every time I watch this.

  • @falsepride
    @falsepride 17 років тому +1

    Simply fucking Awesome!!! We need more really poets like that.

  • @Amarra2012
    @Amarra2012 16 років тому

    I've always liked this poem, ever since I first saw it. Like her dress and earrings.

  • @mytruths
    @mytruths 15 років тому

    i have sat and her feet and i can't begin to explain what an incredible experience it was. simply amazing. she is beautiful.

  • @blackphotographer
    @blackphotographer 17 років тому

    Sunni Patterson, the words that came though her are from God, which is food for our soul and mine, I 1st saw my sister on "Democracy Now" Friday 31,2007 and this poem " we made it" brought me to tears and recharge my lazy tired ass to get back into the ring and continue to fight for our freedom.
    thank you.

  • @tammardacosta7094
    @tammardacosta7094 2 роки тому

    I visit this piece often..great reminder👍🏽👐🏽

  • @sayitloud3237
    @sayitloud3237 Рік тому +1

    Wow! I hadcto revisit this performance. It's still as powerful as when I first heard it! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏾✊🏾

  • @DelishaPowell
    @DelishaPowell 9 років тому +7

    I just....marvel at her.

  • @TheLittlestBirdOfAll
    @TheLittlestBirdOfAll 12 років тому

    I have watched this video a dozen times and cannot stop. This poem is so real.

  • @HellsOnlyBelle
    @HellsOnlyBelle 15 років тому

    I can't get over how beautiful this woman is. I adore her cadence in this poem. This is such a moving, stirring piece. I love it.

  • @lenamayduzen1408
    @lenamayduzen1408 2 роки тому +1

    To this day this outfit still amazes me

  • @cjcalled
    @cjcalled 12 років тому +1

    I wish they had a LOVE button for this video!

  • @MONALISACARR
    @MONALISACARR 10 років тому +21

    Salute Queen, awesome

  • @missraw
    @missraw 11 років тому +1

    I have these words memorized. I recite them like a song. I love it.

  • @WealthisoftheMind
    @WealthisoftheMind 11 років тому

    I had the pleasure of seeing Ms. Patterson live in a club in New Orleans as well as sit next to her on a plane. She is truly a wonderful person and so cool to be around.

  • @Kupz113
    @Kupz113 13 років тому

    That Was A Beautiful Poem.. From A Beautiful Woman! The Shit She Was Saying Was Just RAW! I Love Her Uniqueness And The Way She Delivered This Poem!

  • @Cyf1
    @Cyf1 17 років тому +1

    GOTTDAMN!she had my attention from tha 1st line all tha way thru!love it

  • @ukwezi
    @ukwezi Рік тому

    Still cant get over these wisened words 😊

  • @boldslaw2237
    @boldslaw2237 6 років тому +39

    Y'all don't hear her Talkin...when they can kill you for a parking spot in front of your son and woman and get away with it, because they were "standing their ground"....it's hot wherever you be!! Let's rise as one fam in love for each other,but hate for our enemy, cause they hate us as one.

  • @cwiggins87
    @cwiggins87 13 років тому

    AMAZING AND INSIGHTFUL...MAKES YOU OPEN NOT ONLY YOUR EARS BUT UR MIND

  • @shakiraanderson8632
    @shakiraanderson8632 2 роки тому +1

    i visit this video quite often.

  • @mschocolatte06
    @mschocolatte06 14 років тому

    Loss for words. Powerful in so many ways.

  • @erisedilla
    @erisedilla 16 років тому

    I met her at Superlove this last weekend and there really are no words to describe her amazingly powerful energy and spirit. the world needs more people her, but we are so ridiculously blessed to have just one.

  • @rcarney32
    @rcarney32 3 роки тому

    2021 I’m still watching this ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽

  • @tkquel
    @tkquel 15 років тому +1

    this is my absolute favorite poet as well as poem.

  • @isthatacareer
    @isthatacareer 16 років тому

    WOW. this woman is AMAZING. wow wow wow

  • @ajjayjenkins
    @ajjayjenkins 12 років тому

    Raw true living water poetry...her words speak volumes...love it and love her art her passion is a breath of fresh air!

  • @twade14
    @twade14 11 років тому

    No matter how many times I hear this I can't help but have love and respect for day lady

  • @maliksart
    @maliksart 16 років тому

    For she is infinitely phenomenal.

  • @manenohead
    @manenohead 13 років тому

    wow..her voice, her words..were so inspiring.Simply perfect!

  • @Lboogiefan08
    @Lboogiefan08 15 років тому

    I love this poem..she is my best poet

  • @tha8thof8
    @tha8thof8 13 років тому

    I LOVE this! Gives me goosebumps every time I watch it.

  • @truth317
    @truth317 17 років тому

    this woman is powerful...a goddess

  • @house25
    @house25 16 років тому +1

    it gives me the chills everytime i see this video. through sunni, i'm introduced to a brand new concept of spoken word. it's like a different language. i was waiting for someone to make me stop listening to saul williams every night!

  • @skyytrip
    @skyytrip 14 років тому

    The goddess painted her astonishing work of art across the aural canvas of reality like I may never have heard anybody majestically articulate before. Beautiful, sincere, relevant from the heart.

  • @greenshelby1
    @greenshelby1 14 років тому

    Chills.....everytime, chills.....

  • @YakThaWiseman72
    @YakThaWiseman72 16 років тому

    SISTA IS Nice!! I love th way she puts words together and that flow! A true Poet. I mean U didn't hear not one curse word!

  • @piscesillustrations
    @piscesillustrations 5 років тому +5

    This is my second favorite poem of all times (the first is Saul Williams "OHM")

    • @tee136
      @tee136 4 роки тому

      I just checked that out. It was fire.

  • @deborahmcclendon2694
    @deborahmcclendon2694 10 років тому +20

    Definition of real woman

  • @rae0112
    @rae0112 17 років тому

    thanks is one my favorites, i've been looking for this for a week.

  • @504hotboy
    @504hotboy 17 років тому +1

    Look at my girl Sunni Keep during ur thing Rep ur city New Orleans

  • @debbieharvey535
    @debbieharvey535 3 місяці тому

    Gotta love Sunni!!!!!