despite the unrehearsed performance, this is flawless. this piece is flawless. your stuff always speaks to something way deep in my gut, it gives me chills. more people need to listen to how you see life.
"The bullet's eager and the chamber just waiting for the word, but as i'm about to pull the trigger, i see that my ego's a her .. i wasn't ready for it .. killin women ain't my thing .."
@MrBenHype There's a video taken form a different perspective during that reading. I won't post a link, cuz I don't subscribe to that channel, but if you search his name and the title, you'll find it.
WOW you told a great story I saw everything and yet you kept your style ,kept it entertaining, and it all was very cohesive and full of style..AWESOME!!!
Cant seem weak in front of a women, their sex is our initiaiton into men, so it only makes sense that my ego stems from a women's expectation. BEST LINE EVER! So true...
Oh my god.. i felt like i found something so special. I'm not sure if it's the same feeling when you find gold, a diamond or a million bucks cause I never seen one. This just felt like a treasure. I'm so glad I clicked on this. T.T
@LRMUSIC95 It sounds like deadency, but I this it's "dead and see..." Poetic liberties lend us the ability to recreate and metamorphasize linguistics to more accurately describe what we feel. Some days you just wanna break syntax and context and play the game of semantics or advanced wordplay...like sculpting or painting, it is intuitive. Saul Williams is another great being whose cadence and manipulation of words is tremendous.
wow your work is just that good!!! I stopped writing but from this piece right here makes me want to pick up my pen and start molding my thoughts into word. Words that would, hopefully, inspire others the start writing too. So I thanks you! ^_^
You know. Poe and Bach were scarcely known in their time. It was only after they passed, and time caught up with their genius they were truly appreciated. I'm not sure if you are that far ahead of your time or not, but I am confident that 500 years from now, assuming we're still around, people will still be reading Casal.
I guess it's true. Envy is my enemy. I've seen a lot of your work and don't know anything about you but what I can perceive through your words but if ever I have heard a person open up their soul through words alone it was just now. There are an excess of cliche terms that come to mind to describe what I just heard. Masterful comes to mind. I can't say enough but am capable of saying too much so I'll stop here.
One of my fav parts of this was between 2:10 - 3:00.... He went deep with that one and 3:25-4:00.. I love the whole thing tho but those parts stand out the most to me
sometimes i would be the first person to dislike a video just to piss off all the dick riders to see what they would say to make me laugh, but i just cant dislike this... i cant.
Unfortunately the first time I heard a piece by you I didn't love it. Apparently it took me to hear more then one piece by you to understand the true and amazing artist you really are. This is one of my favorites by you and will never forget this. Thank you Thank you Thank you for everything you do..You are more than an inspiration you are a true role model and I look up to a writer like you. Thank you
@rafaelcasal i love this poem and i wanna read a clean version of this to my class for an assignment so can you please put up the lyrics to this and i need it by tuesday the 3/15/11. thanks
We watched a video of Rafael Casal in my poetry class, & I was GLAD that I was like the only one who already knew who he was.! (: Besides my poetry teacher.
is their any way i can get an autograph from you i know its true more like fact when i say that your gonna make it and just an autograph on a napkin will be enough . well hopefully you read this. keep doing what you do ypu inspire me.
Damn! It's the truth about people! Sometimes you just gotta swallow that pill called pride, deep inside we all want this feelin of bein right and perfect... But when looked at by others... The hunt begins... Much love to Rafael casals! Real talk.
my fave youtube def poet used to be gwatsky. you just killed him. thats was easily the sickest thing i have ever heard, hands down. i dont even know what to do with that, other than watch it about 50 more times of course. and i can already tell that even when i do, ill still be picking up new levels of meaning to your words to wonder at. you make me want to start writing again, and trust me if you knew my story youd know that was a big deal, at least to me. thank you for this, sincerely.
Alright, I've finally decided. I'm going to work my ass off in my writing and create some crazy ass poems that stand a chance against yours. You are a Lyrical Mastermind and one day I'll be worthy enough of standing on the stage reciting my poem while you listen and think, "DAmn! How she came up with that sh..." Thanks for the much needed inspiration and fuel for my drive. Keep doing what your doing.
I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
this is my favorite. your amazing...i write too but just for the fun of it sometimes they;re really good others are w,e bu udamn u just kill it everytime. i can;t stop listening to your stuff <3
Breh, this is so fuck raw i just caught E. Coli. i just got back into writing after 2 years being stuck in a relationship and you've been a major inspiration. your style is legit, and your words astound me. this is one of the nuttiest things i've heard in a while. keep it up! and i dont know if it'll help, but as long as you remember the time that you got out your first truly legit rhyme and realized that you love it, i think youll be alright.
This guy has an amazing ability to manipulate word syntax and express himself. Dang im jealous, but in a good way. Big ups bro, I hate that the world dont give true poets the front stage.
Brotha, your words have shattered the deepest parts of my middle brain and nuked my entire celebral cortex. May your artist soul forever explore the unknown.
Been following you for a couple of years now (I'm late to the game) but this one is truly my favorite, and that's saying something because before this I couldn't have picked a favorite if I wanted to. Thank you.
Bomb. Thats the perfect word to explain this poem. The whole battle with ones inner self is a talk for the ages as many people can barely get their point of view across on particular subjects and topics. Poetry is at its finest ")
You put into words what most people can't even scratch with their thoughts. I'm just trying to describe the complexity of this poem that I can't even put in words. It's like a poetic energy drink that sends a shiver through your nerves. With each and every stanza; you throw up a new curve. This modern day shakespeare, waits here, undiscovered.
you my man are talented. you have a way with words. you are a beautiful composer. the work of yours that I've seen has been nothing short of amazing. Keep it up.
Love the awareness of the ego, but rejection of parts of the self doesn't lead to transformation. It is only with acceptance of all the darker parts of oneself does one move forward into the light.
Love the awareness of the ego, but rejection of parts of the self doesn't lead to transformation. It is only with acceptance of all the darker parts of oneself does one move forward into the light.
I'm striving to become an artist as well, been writin since I was young. I frequently watch and listen to all forms of lyrical poetry I can, for several years doing what I gota do to get better and become a man. And Rafael I must say this is the best poem I have ever heard, you inspire me to write as good as you do, where after presenting people can only gasp and grin. So I Thank you for your inspiration and upliftin love for music.
beasty. good to see you thinking about these issues of ego, image, and mysogyny. This poem is proof theres a lot more to you as a man than those 3- preserve that.
I would love it if you could come to atlanta!! I would definitely be there. I listen to... no experience your performances whenever I get an impulse to be cultured (or whenever I write). Words can't express your innate ability to express words. Simply amazing :)
I would love it if you would come to atlanta!! I would definitely be there. I listen to... no experience your performances whenever I get an impulse to be cultured (or whenever I write). Words can't express your innate ability to express words. Simply amazing :)
Ive got both your albums and seen all your Def Poetry performances - I love all your stuff - this is by far my favorite one! Genius bro. Thank you for inspiring me and making me think.
Man oh man Rafael, I love how you really get into your pieces, this one is written really well man, great job. You put your heart and soul into this and as the listener, we can feel that. I really like that you also put so many emotions into your work and that your pitch changes with your delivery. That is the big difference between people who overly reversal their work.
rafael this is by far my favorite poem to date. i always wondered how deep the ocean could get, and now i know. thank you so much for inspiring my life with this piece.
@rafaelcasal man i watched all ur videos...this is by far the best one...and i have been introducing people to ur music and poetry...you r gonna spread like wild fire keep up ur brilliant work
@siroreo You totally can. It's just about discovering your process, and testing things out on audiences. Its a great way to learn how people respond to you. Thanks for the Love!
@rafaelcasal yeah i can see what you mean i do some writing just haven't been able to perform anything on stage ass of yet. do you plan on comming to sd anytime soon i would love to see you live
WOW! I wasn't mentally prepared for all the genius displayed here...Damn. I gotta make it to your next performance. I need to know when and where it will be!
I'm so excited to hear a new poem from you! I love your music, but I've missed you slamming... This poem reminded me of your Misogyny song (which was my favorite) ... Thanks :)
I really really REALLY REALLY REALLY, wish you would tell people they need to SHUT THE FUCK UP while you're reading. reaction and applause should come after a performance. LOL. It irked the shit out of me but other than that, I love that poetry. You're sick. That's a battle my mind has a lot.
Awesome.....put it on practice........
Blackheartlov 6 days ago
HOLY SHIT DUDE--- MY MIND BLEW. THIS IS THE BEST THING IVE HEARD IN FOREVER. I ADORE THE HONESTY OF THIS DISSECTION... SIR--I SALUTE YOU.
sirenswake 6 days ago
misogynistic - having or showing a hatred and distrust of women.
hypocrisy - a pretense of having a virtuous character, moral or religious beliefs or principles, etc., that one does not really possess.
nyctim2009 2 weeks ago
where could i find the lyrics to this?!
rawrwhyisthisnecess 1 month ago
despite the unrehearsed performance, this is flawless. this piece is flawless. your stuff always speaks to something way deep in my gut, it gives me chills. more people need to listen to how you see life.
patenriquez02 1 month ago
one of my favorite poets and poems ever...wow
Mingot21 1 month ago
#BoomRoasted
davidxthunder 1 month ago
who's that guy who keeps saying come on, and to the pussy reference, seriously?!
bicuriousmidget 3 months ago
@bicuriousmidget Right? Killin me.
adamant4Christ 3 weeks ago
somebody missed the like button
Prodigy11100 3 months ago
"The bullet's eager and the chamber just waiting for the word, but as i'm about to pull the trigger, i see that my ego's a her .. i wasn't ready for it .. killin women ain't my thing .."
sammyxxxollie4evr 4 months ago
chills every time.
footballplayer50one 4 months ago
best piece of writing i've ever heard. the way he comes full circle about everything is just go poetic and beautiful.
kowiggies32 5 months ago
amazing!!
NamelessX2011 5 months ago
make a video of this one like "breakup"
Sashabear40 5 months ago
One of the best poems I've heard!
edwincito0925 6 months ago
rafael casal- if words could kill this guy would be a ninja sniper
justcallmethea 6 months ago
Lyrics to Ego: on.fb.m /nJ5Zli
WOLVESVIDS 6 months ago
Amazing!
ElmoNinteyone 7 months ago
The one thing I dislike about this is the fact he cut's it off before you get to hear the applause. I love hearing poets get props !!!
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adamant4Christ 3 weeks ago
@MrBenHype There's a video taken form a different perspective during that reading. I won't post a link, cuz I don't subscribe to that channel, but if you search his name and the title, you'll find it.
adamant4Christ 3 weeks ago
WOW you told a great story I saw everything and yet you kept your style ,kept it entertaining, and it all was very cohesive and full of style..AWESOME!!!
MrMicheals08 7 months ago
What's the first line he says?
iloveseefood 7 months ago
im in looooovvveeeeee. his words. crazy. insane. sigh.
talentedmami 7 months ago
Cant seem weak in front of a women, their sex is our initiaiton into men, so it only makes sense that my ego stems from a women's expectation. BEST LINE EVER! So true...
yomes206 7 months ago
Off da chain
203blackice 7 months ago
Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow
surt1n 8 months ago
ahhhhhhh wow
WiLdWorLd123 8 months ago
Oh my god.. i felt like i found something so special. I'm not sure if it's the same feeling when you find gold, a diamond or a million bucks cause I never seen one. This just felt like a treasure. I'm so glad I clicked on this. T.T
mkextra05 8 months ago
man this dude has inspired me to be a better poet if you actually listen to what he's sayin it'll change how you look at life
mrskala3000 8 months ago
@LRMUSIC95 It sounds like deadency, but I this it's "dead and see..." Poetic liberties lend us the ability to recreate and metamorphasize linguistics to more accurately describe what we feel. Some days you just wanna break syntax and context and play the game of semantics or advanced wordplay...like sculpting or painting, it is intuitive. Saul Williams is another great being whose cadence and manipulation of words is tremendous.
seraphimra 9 months ago
I think this is his best yet
symone628 9 months ago
You absolutely, 100% amaze me. I love all of your works.
JaseRaee 9 months ago
He went in at 2:52-2:58. Pure beast.
COGICGIRL247 9 months ago
This one inspired me to write my next poem.
Bb0ytwrecks 9 months ago
wow your work is just that good!!! I stopped writing but from this piece right here makes me want to pick up my pen and start molding my thoughts into word. Words that would, hopefully, inspire others the start writing too. So I thanks you! ^_^
671starrdragon 9 months ago
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You know. Poe and Bach were scarcely known in their time. It was only after they passed, and time caught up with their genius they were truly appreciated. I'm not sure if you are that far ahead of your time or not, but I am confident that 500 years from now, assuming we're still around, people will still be reading Casal.
liljc17c 10 months ago
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liljc17c 10 months ago
This should be in the textbooks- this is real
hockeyfan2218 10 months ago
@hockeyfan2218 I agree. I'm spreading his words.
mkextra05 8 months ago
I guess it's true. Envy is my enemy. I've seen a lot of your work and don't know anything about you but what I can perceive through your words but if ever I have heard a person open up their soul through words alone it was just now. There are an excess of cliche terms that come to mind to describe what I just heard. Masterful comes to mind. I can't say enough but am capable of saying too much so I'll stop here.
SchizophrenicSamurai 10 months ago
One of my fav parts of this was between 2:10 - 3:00.... He went deep with that one and 3:25-4:00.. I love the whole thing tho but those parts stand out the most to me
antwonsimmons30 10 months ago
This dude is a poetic genius!
antwonsimmons30 10 months ago 2
sometimes i would be the first person to dislike a video just to piss off all the dick riders to see what they would say to make me laugh, but i just cant dislike this... i cant.
guamboy1787 10 months ago
my favorite poem i've ever heard. 0 dislikes perfect.
kowiggies32 10 months ago
MARRY ME!!! I want your lyrical babies!
Myrika005 10 months ago
BRILLANT!
riteree 11 months ago
Unfortunately the first time I heard a piece by you I didn't love it. Apparently it took me to hear more then one piece by you to understand the true and amazing artist you really are. This is one of my favorites by you and will never forget this. Thank you Thank you Thank you for everything you do..You are more than an inspiration you are a true role model and I look up to a writer like you. Thank you
SpokenTruth2616 11 months ago
Speaks for alot of people. Your a true artist
weevil14615 11 months ago
Everytime I hear one of his poem, all I can think is damn , how does he think of this ?
JayCordon 11 months ago
look at this, no dislikes, do you know why? because the truth is something that no one can deny. one love for this man right here.
jyhit 11 months ago
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ohmygod based god!! Far too much #SelfAnalyticalSwag!! lol
coo1hand1uke 11 months ago
ohmygod based god!! Far too much #SelfAnalyticalSwag!! lol
coo1hand1uke 11 months ago
my friend just put me up on this and all i have to say is: amazing. words spoken with the fierceness on a double-sided sword. just amazing.
narutogirl1994 11 months ago
hella rad
hockeyfan2218 11 months ago
@rafaelcasal i love this poem and i wanna read a clean version of this to my class for an assignment so can you please put up the lyrics to this and i need it by tuesday the 3/15/11. thanks
thatonekidd209 11 months ago
Rafael Casal is pure inspiration!
bedoredamon 1 year ago
We watched a video of Rafael Casal in my poetry class, & I was GLAD that I was like the only one who already knew who he was.! (: Besides my poetry teacher.
iLoveePoetryy93 1 year ago
is their any way i can get an autograph from you i know its true more like fact when i say that your gonna make it and just an autograph on a napkin will be enough . well hopefully you read this. keep doing what you do ypu inspire me.
ivan82n 1 year ago
Damn! It's the truth about people! Sometimes you just gotta swallow that pill called pride, deep inside we all want this feelin of bein right and perfect... But when looked at by others... The hunt begins... Much love to Rafael casals! Real talk.
Koubis608 1 year ago
simply beautiful and fantastic. i have to agree with the others, one of your best. keep 'em coming :) i'm a fan for life
tyrondaking 1 year ago
Daaaaaamn. I don't even have words. I feel like I need to listen to this a dozen times to take it all in. Awesome, man. Truly.
inhissteps04 1 year ago
A-maz-ing.. this is DEFINITELY a favorite..
Please keep writing.. all of your stuff (including your songs) have me going "Wow.."
Great job man!
imsochrisp 1 year ago
i am officially obsessed with your writing.
<3
fnanavati 1 year ago
my fave youtube def poet used to be gwatsky. you just killed him. thats was easily the sickest thing i have ever heard, hands down. i dont even know what to do with that, other than watch it about 50 more times of course. and i can already tell that even when i do, ill still be picking up new levels of meaning to your words to wonder at. you make me want to start writing again, and trust me if you knew my story youd know that was a big deal, at least to me. thank you for this, sincerely.
dolly15rox 1 year ago
My very own hypocrisy...
luminator1234 1 year ago
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LOVED IT. Very Good Job
ladyqu33ns 1 year ago
wtf is this i cant believe this is the first time im hearing of this guy DAYYYYYYYYMMMMMMMMMM
he is amazing with the imagery and the amazingness 1million thumbs up from me
ali921812 1 year ago
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SulestEmbers 1 year ago
Alright, I've finally decided. I'm going to work my ass off in my writing and create some crazy ass poems that stand a chance against yours. You are a Lyrical Mastermind and one day I'll be worthy enough of standing on the stage reciting my poem while you listen and think, "DAmn! How she came up with that sh..." Thanks for the much needed inspiration and fuel for my drive. Keep doing what your doing.
SulestEmbers 1 year ago 29
that was amazing!
allaboutme88888 1 year ago
ur insane!!
WOLVESVIDS 1 year ago
im such a fan....true talent
carmenhagewood 1 year ago
amazing!
flipgirl03 1 year ago
Fire Brand.
100% Unadulterated Truth.
billygundum 1 year ago
This man is part of my inspiration to write
T01169034 1 year ago
Incredible. I could see each person so vividly as he described them.
Keep it up Rafael! You're helping a lot of people.
poetrytolive 1 year ago
@poetrytolive ya i know it was like watchin a movie but with words
ali921812 1 year ago
While all of your works hit me, I don't think any hit as hard as this one. Heavy.
rrirwin 1 year ago
that Snap-plause and moaning when you make a point is VERY annoying, it takes away from one of your best poems in my oppinion
megamurg 1 year ago
@megamurg yeah it can be, but it's showing props, and on a piece like this it's earned.
Badwolification 1 year ago
@Badwolification
I just wish they would wait till the end like some crowds do, but this piece is still amazing
megamurg 1 year ago
I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
Badwolification 1 year ago
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I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
Badwolification 1 year ago
I think my favorite thing about this Kid...is that he hasn't gotten caught up in his own hype. It's a hard thing to put yourself under the microscope and probe your faults the way he has here, and then share it with the world.....that's ballsy.
It's hard NOT to respect a talent, but IMPOSSIBLE NOT to stand in awe of a gift...it's rare.
Badwolification 1 year ago
this is literally, the best piece of art i've ever heard.
mandy4evababez 1 year ago
genius...
1StephTheGreatest 1 year ago
I'm always left speechless after I watch this. This and Monster.
Are you cool with students performing your pieces at their schools?
JennLo11822 1 year ago
wow so unexpected..so good.
catalystica81 1 year ago
Wow the man is a prince of poetry keep doing what you do
darkunknown2 1 year ago
I will never get sick of your voice!
funkiiMunkey 1 year ago
this is my favorite. your amazing...i write too but just for the fun of it sometimes they;re really good others are w,e bu udamn u just kill it everytime. i can;t stop listening to your stuff <3
babiiluv125 1 year ago
your tufff! end of story
Csheedah 1 year ago
Breh, this is so fuck raw i just caught E. Coli. i just got back into writing after 2 years being stuck in a relationship and you've been a major inspiration. your style is legit, and your words astound me. this is one of the nuttiest things i've heard in a while. keep it up! and i dont know if it'll help, but as long as you remember the time that you got out your first truly legit rhyme and realized that you love it, i think youll be alright.
rcarosado 1 year ago
ur insane!
WOLVESVIDS 1 year ago
This guy has an amazing ability to manipulate word syntax and express himself. Dang im jealous, but in a good way. Big ups bro, I hate that the world dont give true poets the front stage.
Jpain720 1 year ago
Why can't poems like such be the ones we study in school?
dope shit man
topsyhervy 1 year ago
Brotha, your words have shattered the deepest parts of my middle brain and nuked my entire celebral cortex. May your artist soul forever explore the unknown.
Paulkid 1 year ago
this shits crazyyy
DuceKid24 1 year ago
nothing short of amazing.. I'm definitely a rafael fan
AKAkjwashere 1 year ago
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That humble shit won't keep you safe when others ego hunt you outside
1Steffon1 1 year ago
Dat humble shit won' keep you safe when others ego are hunting you outside
1Steffon1 1 year ago
Been following you for a couple of years now (I'm late to the game) but this one is truly my favorite, and that's saying something because before this I couldn't have picked a favorite if I wanted to. Thank you.
nnklove 1 year ago
oh my gosh!you are BRILLIANT!been listening to you since i heard Barbue & Ken 101!!You are TRULYY the best and soooo DOPE!-xoxo
FaShiioNistaChiq 1 year ago
bro your words speak to me, im only 17 years old but listening to all of your stuff inspired me to starting writing myself. thanks man. respect
JaysFitted 1 year ago
Bomb. Thats the perfect word to explain this poem. The whole battle with ones inner self is a talk for the ages as many people can barely get their point of view across on particular subjects and topics. Poetry is at its finest ")
Sista11 1 year ago
You put into words what most people can't even scratch with their thoughts. I'm just trying to describe the complexity of this poem that I can't even put in words. It's like a poetic energy drink that sends a shiver through your nerves. With each and every stanza; you throw up a new curve. This modern day shakespeare, waits here, undiscovered.
gimmedabrisk 1 year ago 29
man this gave me shivers! rly well written
gsimplic 1 year ago
that was perfect. excellently crafted and brilliantly executed. this man is a genius
dblissk 1 year ago
Dude you blew up my mind,..how long have you been written=?
How did you become this good?what was the training?to manifest your emotions into a piece of paper?Your are really really good dawg!
2pacslimshady 1 year ago
i just watched this shit like 7 times! fucking amazing!
ryantweedle 1 year ago
does anyone know if he's gonna make an appearence on bnv 2010??? hes a fuckin b3ast!!
Sashabear40 1 year ago
does anyone know if rafie is gonn make an appearance on 2010 BNV??
Sashabear40 1 year ago
you are very talented. i never comment on youtube videos but you deserve that, and so much more! *copy pastes video to facebook!*
namra2828 1 year ago
you my man are talented. you have a way with words. you are a beautiful composer. the work of yours that I've seen has been nothing short of amazing. Keep it up.
cannabindica 1 year ago
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Love the awareness of the ego, but rejection of parts of the self doesn't lead to transformation. It is only with acceptance of all the darker parts of oneself does one move forward into the light.
namaste <3
bboydliu 1 year ago
Love the awareness of the ego, but rejection of parts of the self doesn't lead to transformation. It is only with acceptance of all the darker parts of oneself does one move forward into the light.
namaste <3
bboydliu 1 year ago
I'm striving to become an artist as well, been writin since I was young. I frequently watch and listen to all forms of lyrical poetry I can, for several years doing what I gota do to get better and become a man. And Rafael I must say this is the best poem I have ever heard, you inspire me to write as good as you do, where after presenting people can only gasp and grin. So I Thank you for your inspiration and upliftin love for music.
tijitsu 1 year ago
i've been addicted to your poetry since that HBO poem abortion.i spread the word daily
hoopgirl245 1 year ago
beasty. good to see you thinking about these issues of ego, image, and mysogyny. This poem is proof theres a lot more to you as a man than those 3- preserve that.
cejvanfossen 1 year ago
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I would love it if you could come to atlanta!! I would definitely be there. I listen to... no experience your performances whenever I get an impulse to be cultured (or whenever I write). Words can't express your innate ability to express words. Simply amazing :)
RiNelle30 1 year ago
I would love it if you would come to atlanta!! I would definitely be there. I listen to... no experience your performances whenever I get an impulse to be cultured (or whenever I write). Words can't express your innate ability to express words. Simply amazing :)
RiNelle30 1 year ago
in highschool my english teacher showed us a video of you performing poetry for def jam, i have yet to stop keeping up with you.
you're simply amazing, you're real and that's rare nowadays.
so thank you for reminding me that people do reach deep within themselves; cause i sometimes forget that people actually know how.
you're gonna make it big. i'm sure of it... keep up the great work.
dizzybaby28 1 year ago
Ive got both your albums and seen all your Def Poetry performances - I love all your stuff - this is by far my favorite one! Genius bro. Thank you for inspiring me and making me think.
rainmanxc7 1 year ago
I soooo love this man lik,,Som ppl love wat he looks lik n wat he sounds lik i fell in love with his words,his mind n if only we meet his soul
DumeJay 1 year ago
This is by far the most brilliant piece I've heard you do. A.D.D. is beautiful, but this is a story... Man, I wanna write like this!
I'm blogging this one, people have gotta see this.
HybridChick09 1 year ago
Man oh man Rafael, I love how you really get into your pieces, this one is written really well man, great job. You put your heart and soul into this and as the listener, we can feel that. I really like that you also put so many emotions into your work and that your pitch changes with your delivery. That is the big difference between people who overly reversal their work.
Keep up the superb work man! I'll be listening!!!
djmopa 1 year ago
rafael this is by far my favorite poem to date. i always wondered how deep the ocean could get, and now i know. thank you so much for inspiring my life with this piece.
xxgenarikxx 1 year ago
when i wana write a verse or freestyle on a beat i watch your vids..PURE INSPIRATION
MUZIQIZLIFE 1 year ago
Its unreal that this video only has 4,000 views. its should easily have 4 million. Rafael is brilliant; and thats no word to just throw around.
fresh2def831 1 year ago 34
@fresh2def831 Thank you Fresh2def! Help spread the word!
rafaelcasal 1 year ago 5
@rafaelcasal man i watched all ur videos...this is by far the best one...and i have been introducing people to ur music and poetry...you r gonna spread like wild fire keep up ur brilliant work
Im2Roguish650 1 year ago
@rafaelcasal YOU WENT IN!!!
killer3878 1 year ago
@fresh2def831 straight up. this guy so amazing.
TheHiphopwigger 11 months ago
Man you cold no dick sucken intended but from one artist to another you gotr skills man
313aceduece 1 year ago
This was the most Beautifulest poem I've heard!!!.......Incredible <3
Jenaboobaby 1 year ago
intense imagery
niftyo 1 year ago 2
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niftyo 1 year ago
So much brilliance in only five and a half minutes.
PandaKing06 1 year ago
- uqh ; u make it look so easy ! like ; ya words flow like yu didnt even need to read it off paper ! i wish i could do ma poetry like tht .
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keep it up ; ur ma idol 4real .
b5sgurlnextdoor13 1 year ago
this may very well be my favorite piece by you including your music. i dont inted to feed your ego but i wish i could write like you
siroreo 1 year ago 4
@siroreo You totally can. It's just about discovering your process, and testing things out on audiences. Its a great way to learn how people respond to you. Thanks for the Love!
rafaelcasal 1 year ago 4
@rafaelcasal yeah i can see what you mean i do some writing just haven't been able to perform anything on stage ass of yet. do you plan on comming to sd anytime soon i would love to see you live
siroreo 1 year ago
dats real as it gets...
blakarican18 1 year ago 4
man this is why i fucking love you some serious thank you so much hunny for just writing.
sunrisexapps 1 year ago
WOW! I wasn't mentally prepared for all the genius displayed here...Damn. I gotta make it to your next performance. I need to know when and where it will be!
ILVMYDST19 1 year ago
You rock man, come to Ottawa and check out what we have going on here.
seekinginnertruth 1 year ago
hella deep!!
misscalvibaby 1 year ago
this is so soulful.
stewartsa 1 year ago
your the fuckin best!
roroofbabyful 1 year ago
omg! ego was a woman. great stuff. love his poems they always make me think
daisy293 1 year ago
"My very own hypocrisy"
Brilliant.
LadyMasKerade 1 year ago 27
@LadyMasKerade Yea That Was the bestttt Sentenceee !!
Death2Munchkins 1 year ago
always opening a new thought a new way of pondering our own existance amazing stuff
alexis4real12 1 year ago
this is the truth right here
DlRECTOR 1 year ago
0 haters man absolutely zero nice!
hoopgirl245 1 year ago
this is art.
akamiroki 1 year ago
I'm so excited to hear a new poem from you! I love your music, but I've missed you slamming... This poem reminded me of your Misogyny song (which was my favorite) ... Thanks :)
oddlyblu18 1 year ago
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oddlyblu18 1 year ago
I really really REALLY REALLY REALLY, wish you would tell people they need to SHUT THE FUCK UP while you're reading. reaction and applause should come after a performance. LOL. It irked the shit out of me but other than that, I love that poetry. You're sick. That's a battle my mind has a lot.
Aspire2BFire 1 year ago 10
What a great poem! YESSS
shelell 1 year ago
god damn
fame925 1 year ago
doesn't get much better than this.
NatFlyer 1 year ago
Damn.. the hypocrisy line was so OHHH
NayderTahiphopQueen 1 year ago
amazing
Harsharank 1 year ago
Mos Def raw talent!
IAmRiaCashi 1 year ago
your imagination is mind-blowing, your words make me speechless. amazing job, once again!
mzshaynee 1 year ago
amazing...
youngsavior101 1 year ago
powerful
amanderzlove2 1 year ago
fucking brilliant!
ohmgracer 1 year ago
dam dude.... legit as fuck.
paniccchs 1 year ago
If you're supposed to paint a picture with words, Rafael is basically Picasso.
FirstStreetTV 1 year ago 32
@FirstStreetTV Damn...thank you
rafaelcasal 1 year ago