The power of spoken word

I am fascinated by the power of the spoken word. I am amazed by anyone who has the ability to communicate effectively. It is such an incredible art form. The spoken word may have influenced our society more than anything else. People in history have been able to communicate in such a powerful way that it has literally changed the world (some in good ways and others in bad). I love it all: sermons, speeches, lectures, talks, and even hip-hop. Many of you know that I am a big fan of hip-hop and I think this is precisely the reason. I am amazed by anyone who can communicate creatively and powerfully through the spoken word.

FYI- As I have been thinking about this I have revisited some old school rap. I am actually listening to a little Eric B. and Rakim right now. Rakim was a great lyricist/spoken word artist. This duo was popular in the late 80s so many of you won't remember them. If you have rhapsody check it out here...