Quote by Russell Simmons

I want to promote poetry to the point where you got all the baldhead kids running around doing poetry, getting the music out of the way and having only words, the spoken word, and then see what happens.

I want to promote poetry to the point where you got all the

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses a desire to uplift the art of poetry and bring it to a prominent position. They envision a world where poetry takes precedence over music, inspiring young individuals with bald heads to engage in poetic expression. By eliminating the musical aspects, they want to focus solely on the power of the spoken word and observe the transformative potential it holds. The quote suggests a curiosity about the possibilities that may emerge when poetry grabs the spotlight and exerts its influence on society.

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By Russell Simmons

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