Se7en The Poet

Poet, Emcee, Actor, Trendsetter, Entrepreneur, Leader, and Educator

“My flow is poetic, so they knockin' my passion. I dress a little different, so they knockin' my fashion. I'm HOLLYWOOD, bring the lights, camera, and action”… Se7en

Originating from Houston's Southside, this gifted entertainer has established himself as Houston’s premiere spoken word artist. Se7en - Houston’s poetic diamond in the rough - is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University with undergraduate dual degrees in Psychology and Social Work and a Master’s degree in Counseling. Se7en is a phenomenal poet who’s has taken the world of poetry by storm; “I didn’t choose Poetry,” he explains, “Poetry chose me.” Se7en’s debut spoken word CD entitled “Make Me Laugh, Make Me Cry” is a must have for those who understand the triumphs and the trials of life for the new adult set. “Make Me Laugh, Make Me Cry” touches aspects of life ranging from love at first sight to “Fifty-year anniversary love like Papa love Grandmamma” His lyrics are majestic and speak to your heart, mind, body and soul. Se7en’s versatility and fierce stage presence allow him to deliver both inspirational pieces like “Love” and “The Jesus Piece” as well as raw, edgy and uncut pieces like “I’ll Do Me” and “Poetry is In” __________. Labeled a “Fire Poet” by his followers, he steps onto the stage, captivates, illuminates, and ignites the mic into a blaze!

Currently, Se7en serves as the proprietor and head host of the longest running open mic poetry set in Houston, Poetry Lounge Sundays @ Shadow Bar. In addition to being the host of Poetry Lounge Sundays, you can find Se7en performing throughout the city at many local churches, schools, concerts and special events. He has opened the stage for musical greats such as John Legend, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Lyfe, Floetry and Anthony Hamilton and BET’s Platinum Mic Award Winner Rickey Smiley. Between the hours of 9 am and 2 pm Monday – Friday, his poetic verses can be heard on Kandi Eastman’s Sweet Talker Show on KMJQ Magic 102.

Se7en’s outstanding ability as an energetic emcee and captivating spoken word artist has opened many doors of opportunity. He’s toured the country as the featured poet in I’m Ready Productions’ hit stage play, “Cheaters” featuring Brian McKnight, Syleena Johnson, James Avery, Carl Payne, and Wendy Robinson. Se7en’s also selected to perform on Radio One’s One Love Cruise and the Houston run of The Color Purple.

Se7en is receiving a phenomenal response to his poetry and his popularity continues to grow. The poet’s infectious stage presence coupled with his intellect has positioned him to change the way that people experience poetry. “My goal is to bring poetry to the fore of entertainment. I want people to recognize poetry as genre of entertainment that not only stands alone, but stands the test of time.”.” – Se7en

“I stand-alone in the zone and write a poem in the rain just a pen and idea where the paper won’t get wet And the ink will be afraid to smear...Grinding”