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Rudy Francisco is one of the most recognizable names in Spoken Word Poetry. He was born, raised and still resides in San Diego, California. At the age of 21, Rudy completed his B.A. in Psychology and decided to continue his education by pursuing a M.A. in Organizational Studies. As an artist, Rudy Francisco is an amalgamation of social critique, introspection, honesty and humor. He uses personal narratives to discuss the politics of race, class, gender and religion while simultaneously pinpointing and reinforcing the interconnected nature of human existence.

No matter where life's path may lead, the value of your roots endures, a testament to the unbreakable ties that bind. Home's essence lies in its ability to evoke feelings of connection and belonging.

Here's a list of poems about bad times. Please note that there may be triggering poems in here about self harm, suicide, and drug overdose. So please read with caution. Anyways, I hope you enjoy these.

I've been emo since 07

A collection of my favorite poems from my favorite poets. None of these poems are mine.

For those who couldn't find the words.

an excerpt from the collection "5, 4, 3, 2, 1", page 17.

screaming poetry because I can't scream at you

I write what my soul speaks. Ordinary, quirky and sometimes dark stuff.

A collection of my poetry: real, raw, unedited

these are some poems i've typed up by various people. i do not own anything you will read in this story; it is simply for means of entertainment and anyone looking to do recitations or just read along the words. feel free to inform me of any mistakes.

anxiety depression hallucinations and suicide notes

The title says it all.

Dive into the beauty of melanin, evaluating the DNA of our roots. Understand the importance of our complexion and the fight in our souls, god-given & handmade. Come into the mind of a black woman, it's crazy chile.

"Anxiety, you are lightening and a thunder only I can hear. In my despair, you wear an intimidating smile like a glittering stretch mark on the skin of the horizon." Cover by @DeathsDarkSoul

Here is a poem of hatred one can feel for themselves, Though searched heard to find who they really are... Without that whiskey.

The butterflies have left is my journey to discovering love in poetry. It's pain, pleasure and heart throbbing nostalgia....

This is gonna be a book of poems that I've written myself about certain aspects of my life. If you love poetry (especially slam poetry) and wanna know more about me as a person and a writer then this should be a great read for you. I hope you guys enjoy and I'm not opposed to critic so comment away. I also might add other people's poems if they'd like to get their work out there. (Don't worry I will never take credit for your work and will always make sure that your name is on the chapter in big bold letters unless you'd like to remain anonymous)