Author name: Bennie Williams Jr.

We live in a fast world. Scrolls, swipes, likes, and endless feeds compete for our attention. Yet, in the middle of all this digital noise, poetry still whispers — and we still pause to listen. Why? Because poetry speaks to what technology cannot replace: the human soul.A tweet can trend, but a poem can transform. A video can go viral, but a verse can echo for generations. Poetry slows us down. It makes us reflect, even if just for a moment, on love, loss, hope, and the meaning of being alive. Spoken word especially thrives in this age. On YouTube, TikTok, Instagram — poets are reaching thousands with nothing but their voice, rhythm, and raw honesty. It proves that even now, poetry is not outdated; it is reborn. Poetry matters because people matter. As long as we feel, we will always need words to carry those feelings. And poetry will forever remain the vessel.

In a world filled with noise, spoken word poetry has a way of silencing the chaos and giving a voice to the heart. It is not just performance — it is confession, reflection, and liberation. When we stand before an audience and let our words flow, we are not just telling a story; we are building a bridge between our soul and theirs. Spoken word has the power to heal wounds that conversations cannot touch. A single metaphor can capture heartbreak, a rhythm can soothe pain, and a verse can ignite hope where silence once lived. That is why poets don’t just write — they bleed onto the page and breathe life into their scars. For anyone listening, spoken word is a reminder: you are not alone in your struggle, nor in your joy. For anyone performing, it is proof: your voice is valid, your truth is worthy, your story matters. This is the power of poetry — not to simply be heard, but to be felt.