Let's Play Catch Up

[MsAlyssaLashay]

i love him!!! I hope one day my poetry can reach as many people as his has

[ohdannyboy10]

The homie Shihan gets down at Da Poetry Lounge

[DeoGuy]

anyone know the song at 4:24

[kymiranee]

I love all you're stuff. You make poetry fun and enjoyable yet teach a lesson. Well done

[CHEERY84]

ONE DAY I HOPE TO HAVE THE PLEASURE OF SEEING/MEETING HIM IN PERSON B/C HE TRULY INSPIRES ME A LOT. ONE OF MY FAVORITE POETS. FUCK IT HE IS MY FAVORITE. LOL. IT IS A BLESSING FOR HIM TO SHARE HIMSELF THEY WAY HE DOES. THANK U TO HIM AND ARTIST WHO GIVE SO MUCH......

[babyclements101]

I love his poems... And I wasn't all that into poetry till I started watching these videos..now I might write my own get creative and possibly get addicted, it seems like a good way to get your emotions and point across.

[muharremxl]

"flasy words make the world turn but it dont turn right! SAY WHAT?!"

[muharremxl]

@shihan33 yo shihan, which poem are you preaching starting @ 4:05, that shit is hard! Keep up

A brother outta Holland.

[TheAngryParakeet]

lil' wayne's making a ton more that this guy with a fraction of the talent... true poets are so underapriciated, society would rather hear a politician feed lies to us that hear a guy like shihan nurture us with the truth

"flashy words make the word turn but it don't turn right" no set of words is closer to reality than those

[n0s1r]

@TheAngryParakeet Welcome to miserable earth.

[mshayes352]

ii ell in love with u all over again when u came to orange and brew in gainesville florida!!!

[jbaw08]

i can listen to evrythng yu have to say nd not once feel tha need of sleep or boredom...

im in awe with yu..

great video..

[shihanaya]

i'm weirded out right now! we have the same name, but i'm a girl...how did you get your name?

[dollafloproductions]

i see alot of hand movements wen ppl speak poetry

[stevejohnnash21]

to express how much emotion is behind the words

[DubbyKid]

Shihan is a cool guy but what he says at 7:50 isnt thought through. He says if basketball spread then itd feel like nothing before. Football has spread throughout the world & is the most exciting global even there is !

[lawless8723]

dude jus blows my mind...i write poetry ..and watchin def poetry just gets me all hyped..but i cant express my self that well on stage lol

[marc15yo]

@lawless8723 same here, i find poetry to be the best way to express my feelings and emotions about someting, i can write it, but i can't preach it. =(

this guy is amazing

[xlilbutchboix]

Damn! I miss pepsi blue! :-( You're freaking amazing boy! Big props!

[ElArtistaHope]

ur poetry is awesome...

[kiddlava]

I think you. I think you for showing or opening my mind up to how to really love my self, and my future wife. Thanks alot because what you do is truely amazing. I cried listening to a few of your poems, because I felt that way, and still do. So thank you from the bottom of my heart...

[chosenstatus]

Mr. Shihan; what song is played at 4:25? Does anyone know?

[stellaraid44]

not accusing, love everything ive heard, spits truth

[thaddeusummers]

i use these real eyes to realize these real lies

[stellaraid44]

my friend said that was from krs one, is that true?

[kiwibabyoh9]

Your work is so incredible.

It's so inspiring, just the way you deliver your poetry is amazing, and when it comes down to the words, I'm seriously just speechless whenever I hear your poetry. The emotions you invoke in me are crazy, and I strive to one day make people cry from jealousy of the love I feel for someone, like the way I cried from jealousy when you talk about the love you feel for your family.

[ninjakagome]

thanks for coming to Menlo College <3

[Foreveraccy]

<3 I love your work!!! how u speak about ur family, is how one day i hope someone speaks about myself and all the people i care about. Thank You for what you do!!

[Aleesha619]

I love u man u have inspired me so much im a emerging spoken word artist i would love to meet you one day

[mohkeni22]

i would really like to see him come over to New Zealand i would love to meet him or just see him in person i adore his poetry nd POETRIE as well they are both awsome :) :)

[0000shasha0000]

THATS TALENT !

[ann13men]

you are unbelievable, honestly. your words inspire me and i am sure you inspire many others. never quit writing poetry.

-jess {fan of ur work}

[bae002]

marry me!

[temperbrat]

your words are like fire...you burn me with your creativity, and for some reason i always come back to recieve my 3rd degree burns from the way you communicate on stage

[jchowell03]

i love your work! please keep writing, it inspires my pen!

[DrikaLuv]

I love your work. I wasn't in a good relationship when I first heard your poem "This Type Love". It made me realize that there were men out there that would treat me like I want to be treated, even if they don't express it as articulately as you do. Love you, love the work, Do a Show in my time.

[kingmomo010]

shihan is one of my fav. poets

~Yung Escobar

[namielus55]

by far my favourite poet, you inspire my poems I write, keep up the work,

you truly are great.

[muharremxl]

Like a satellite you may be outta this world but still connected so much, right?

I know people like to recite your words all night, and get hypnotised and shit by your words echoing trough mutiple minds

Cause I believe the words that came outta your heart actually came from our world apart..

A part of me seemed to accept you as a Prophet, the another part said you are a Poet

As I pulled myself back together outta my hypnosis, I somehow realized you are a Poetical Prophet

Peace

Muharrem

[shihan33]

neither did I...I just buy it.

Shihan

[0thatdudewill0]

hey shihan

im a 16 year old dude in baltimore

ive got a few things to say, first of all, WOW very nice poetry, you've inspired me to explore poetry a bit more than i have before. but for me, i've always used comedy as an outlet and the only problem lately is that when i have something personal to say, its vented too quickly, usually through late night thoughts and conversations that exist cos im sleepy...when you have something personal to say, how do you put ur feelings in order

peace,

will

[eggrollrocks]

hey man, just thought i could give a tip.

read a lot,

Whitman and Thoreau and the rest, help you express with accuracy and diversity everything you want to say.

Poetry is not only about being able to express an idea, but about outlining it and laying it out for everybody to understand and interpret their own way.

As he says, honesty, true honesty and a strong vocabulary.

just thought i'd pitch in, hopefully I didn't offend.

Regards,

[0thatdudewill0]

naw didnt offend at all, helped alot bro. i'll remember those words

thanks and peace bro

[happysmellyfish]

Shakespeare didn't sell soft drink.

[NickSnowflake]

I just saw Shihan at my university. He is an amazing poet and artist. If you get a chance to catch his show DO NOT MISS IT!

[zedius123]

this is the shit!

[mocha2z]

WOW I'm so amaze with your art

[puertoito]

that nigga is hot!!

[Floralin]

You're so deep ! your work "this type love",i almost feel jealous of the girl that inspired you that poem hehe...What a great spirit

[NocturnalkiTTy]

Such a wonderful word pattern you play with you inspire me.

[TaeNiNi]

u r real guy u word change ma piece ov mind

[butybgtym]

shihan is the shakespear of our time.i love his poems

[louisa969]

or better

[butybgtym]

yu gat that right

[Qteezy]

Pepsi Bue was my shit, i wish they still made that

[pmparas91]

dude! u are amazing! ima writer too trying to get better at it, i wana b good enuff to perform on def poetry and watch one too! you're poetry and delivery really inspires me man!mad props

[joshridesbmx]

shihan is def. one of the greatest

[MizzGordon]

I LOVE YOUR POETRY! Everything about it... the lyrical content, the performance, EVERYTHING.

[blittneysan]

I absolutely LOVE your work... I'm addicted!I didn't remember the pepsi commercial until the "tick-tock" portion. Funny how I've found you again! You have an amazing gift. May God continue to bless you.

[hitthedecoy]

my new favorite poet.

[Byanca4j]

hey. I love all your poetry Ive seen, and i like how your voice when you talk, sounds similar to the way you speak your art. Props to you. I will be looking out for new things from you :)

[ankl3br3ak3r]

respect man. i like your style. and nice shirt ahah. keet it up.

[jneener88]

shihan i heard about you for the first time today and you're words have touched me.

just wanted to say thanks.

[neravine420]

you are a true poet, keep it up thats all that needs to be said the rest is in your poetry.

[bmannB]

Yo, u the best man!!! I luv ur poems!!!

[muharremxl]

Shihan, once thought of makin a tour or something? you need to be heard everywhere! The definition of poetry :D:P I hope you'll come to Holland one day,

Respect.

[AnguishedSoul911]

You inspire many people including myself to write better poetry, poetry that comes from the heart and soul. To me, your poetry is considered as an art, it is unique. The way you recite each word along with your body language and hand gestures grabs people from left and right. I was hooked once I saw and heard "This Type Love" and many are being hooked every minute. Continue to bless others. God bless you and your family.

[LilZali]

SHIHAN UR THE BEST !!!!

[TacoMasher]

Aye man i heard u gonna be a judge at the Torrance High slam contest. I just moved to Torrance from oakland. I'm entering the contest and hopefully i get to see you at the workshop. im not that used to writing slam in my definition, but i heard my poetry is alright haha. hope to seee you there man. Names Nick Saephanh.

[winxia14]

absolutely beautiful

[blacjak28]

I gotta confess, I spit a couple of lines from "This Type Love" to this girl I was talking to lol

(btw, it worked!)

[neotoxin]

Shihan I became a poet when I first seen you on Def Poetry Jam. I had no type of emotional outlet to get all my frustration out and when I discovered spoken word through your poem "This Type Love," poetry for me became the woman. You saved my life, quite literally, and I hope I can emulate your success through my own spoken words and save another. Thank you, God bless.

[afrojazz25]

he's hot

[goshenqueen]

I sit at my computer and watch your videos and say, "Amen" aloud, though I'm the only one here. Feel validated because I'm not alone. Thanks! = )

[Performer4Lyfe]

You Give Me Hope... =)

[norasweetcakes]

I LOVE ALL THE STUFF YOU DO MAN!!!!

i wish i could write half as good as you

your so awesome

:D

[sportyshortee07]

I absolutely love you and all your work. Keep doin what you do, and everyone will know your name. much love

[datmixdmayooenvy]

I absolutely love you. Your poems amaze me continuously. No matter how many times I listen to them I still find something in it to be mesmerized by. Please continue to bless this world with your words. God Blessed you; and may he continue to bless you and your family.

[dubdlicious]

I really enjoy his poetry

[lebi08]

I love your stuff man you are great!!!

[the1intellect]

Dude, you rock. Keep teaching, it's what the world needs.

From an artist to an artist, from a poet to a poet, you speak a lot of truth- make sure they know it.

Take care, and keep up the good work!

[gamefacedesigns]

Flashy words make the world turn but it dont turn right!!! - souns gd bt i dnt no wt it means lol

[kiddfreshz]

They feed us some bullshit and thats right.

[Tramel75]

Shihan; You are the Truth. Period.

[ThiagoMS08]

from a poet to other, you are amazing and every word you say just changes people forever. don't ever give up :)

[XaolinDance]

Shihan, your poem 'In Response' changed my life about 2 years ago. It literally changed the way I live my life. I'm so glad you have more poems here on youtube. Good for you, really. You know you are truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your gift with us all.

Piece.

Peace.

[stegallboy]

u are a great poet, one of the best i have ever seen.

[TrowaBarton62]

this video shows the greatness and the beauty in his words. one of the best poets around.

[mialiicious]

you must stay busy. "father's day" made me cry... but im sure u get that alot. i luv what you do. truely inspiring!

[ChronicAngel87]

... there are no words i can say for how much i love your work, keep it up man. peace

[BermyinPhilly]

can you post your auction network? its on you tube, but all cut up. anyway, just wanted to let you know that "father's day" is one of the most beautiful thing i've heard in a long time. as soon as i heard it i had to share it with my boyfriend... he sacrifices for his kids and he had a similar experince with his own daughter and i remember how his heart broke. this poem helped. Thank you for helping him in a way I could not.

[MotherEarth19]

This type of love was the first poem that I heard from you. I was heart broken when At the end, you revealed that you were married. Then I felt joy that you were healing another sister, she must be a lovely woman because you are a lovely man! I love you and your art brother!

[JJAYZZZZ]

Flashy words make the world turn but it dont turn right...(say what?)

<3 's it...or

"what i represent?..well its hard to say when my represents the fact that i have to re-question my self everytime that question represents itself.

or..

"sticks and stones may break your bones but words will always teach you"...

[Jess7137]

Keep doin what you're doing!! You have a true calling, and I'm excited to see your work available. Do you have a myspace account or webpage?

[JAZZY09GIRL]

omg this is shihAN account, i love him sooo much my fav is sick and tired but i love everything he says.

[ChocolatScorpion]

i luv ur work when i first heard "in response" i recorded it and listened to it so much dat i knew it by heart.

[blueorchid89]

i've loved everything i've heard from you. my favs are flashy words, this type love and in response

[bubblez808]

i love everything that comes out of his mouth...wow true talent

[closeholydarkness]

OH SHIT, this is shihan's account? i love you, man! my boi!

[mialiicious]

hehehe

[muslimahkiki20]

Real Eyes to Realise the Real Lies - I LOVE THAT!!

[closeholydarkness]

yeaa

[pachacutec1781]

you are truly an inspiration and still humble. a father and a leader. saving diaper money to cop your albums...

c/s

[BlueBajan]

the poet Lemon once told me that if I want to expand myself in poetry I should create a unique style but should start off by emulating other poets. You have become one of those poets for me and I thank you for sharing your talent.

Favorite poems: Flashy Words, This Type Love

[dphievero]

love your work. what's the deal with the documentary "SPIT"? no release date yet? i've been waiting on it for quite some time now.

[recklessabandonman]

I didn't know he did an NBA and Pepsi commercials...

[AfiyaKHF]

i love your poems and your thoughts....wonderful!!!

[h0ttamali]

u r da man... du u hav ne mre poems

[Poprocks6710]

I thank you for words that are wise beyond your years and depth so deep to make us think about the knowledge that you kick!

BE SAFE and Much Respect!!!

[seadawg93]

Thank you for this. I love your poems, they are so good and so powerful.

I just watched "father's day" and cried.

[NDNR88]

Wow just heard you for the first time. I skipped all your videos on Def Poetry Jam why I don't know. But then I listend to one and then I watched them all. And now I can't find anymore on you tube JAMMER!

[MzMaiki]

Hello, how are you? I'm not a real poetry fan, but your poems just make so much sense that I can't help but be a fan of yours. Do you have a book or website with all your poems and maybe a tour list?

[bahamianguy]

truth, only word needs to be said.

[RythmPoint]

Man... Ive just discovered u today... been spending the past couple hrs just looking @ ur vids, n wat can i say... in many ways u've brought sense into a troubled mind... thnx 4 dat, keep it up!!!

[noctrine]

Do you have a website?

[shihan33]

shihansback dot com

[ghandi87]

dude ur such an inspiration....

i write, but watching u perform makes me wanna get up and jus.........do something!!

Keep On Bruv'

[tmgray]

Such an Inspiration.

KUDOS.

Thank you for such amazing work.

Much peace and many blessings

[porsche944]

you're sick man, wish I could meet you.

[FatimaZZZ]

are you muslim shihan...??

[shihan33]

no, I'm not. No religious preference

[Jeanelle8705]

huge huge fan...how can I go about getting you to perform at Ferris State University?

[shihan33]

send me an email at shihan at shihansback dot com

[robinwau]

This is the first time i've ever tried writing a poem. But i thought that it would be more appropriate to give back to you in the same manner that you have given to me.

[DomineDeus777]

man...you got a way with words...

[650northStreetTeam]

You come to Indy tomorrow.. looking forward. I've just recently discovered you and your work.

[Bebe19888]

Man I love this whole little segment... Some of the very reasons why you write poetry is why I do too... You were my inspiration though when I first saw and heard you perform on Def Poetry... Ya poem "In Response"

LOVE YA WORK MAN

[sidneyfreedom]

i love all of your work. thank you so much for using your beautiful gift to reach the masses.

[notoriousmona]

Ahhh Shihan is on youtube... I have found my serenity...

[str8jive]

Big fan of you and your dad.