Lemon grew up in New York/Brooklyn. He's a product of his environment. He's not trying to be anything but himself. There are plenty of black-Latinos. I'm from Harlem and I grew up around plenty of cats like Lemon.
Oh yes it is all about the patti with coco bread n coleslaw!...Was pleasently surprised by this poet he was not wat i was expecting...and i strongly agree...The Lord May not come when you call but he is always on time x
Hell yea! Bushwick forever, never east williamsburg. That word is just something the yuppies conjurd up to raise their property value and take over what little we have...like no you may NOT change Graham Avenue - Avenue of PUERTO RICO to something else because it offends your sensibilities lol. This is Bushwick Sick so yuppies need to stick their asses back on that metro north train back to Connecticut 🤣
much respect for him! this is the prime example of a person who turned his life around. He was in jail and educated himself and started doing poetry so no excuses.
this daughter of all relations sends out big Love 2 Brotha Lemon Anderson who has learned 2B who & what he is everywhere he goes...share yo witness of true freedom u man from the county of Kings, brings a smile 2 this QueenB of the gateway city ;-)
Checked it on the net, it's from Nina Hagen - Right On Time. Lyrics: You can't hurry my God No, no, no You just gotta wait You've gotta trust God and give him time No matter how long it will take But he's a God we just can't hurry But he'll be there, don't you worry I say he may not come when you want him, But he's "right on time!"
@willshakeyou I think what he's saying is that you have to believe in something. He's not saying that something is god or life after death or anything. He's expressing that you have to put your faith somewhere, even if it's not something most would attest to faith.
right shit back in the day I used to stand in line at Allen's bakery to get my coconut bread, black pudding, currant rolls, roti......lime with my boys at prospect park, check me if you know what im talkin bout.
@captainterrible525 This is so much sadder than you realize. When I was younger I had the opportunity to be argue with many people who were critical, clever, abrasive, stubborn and brilliant. You shut down your mind when you hear something you deem negative. Learn that negativity is the first step to creativity. The urge to destroy is the urge to create. Learn and you will be free.
Thank you! People at my school get so uncomfortable when I say things like this. Like when I speak 'properly' I'm not acting white. And my white friend who's from the hood aint acting black. She from the hood so she naturally speaks a certain way. It's not anything to be ashamed or proud of but it's a simple fact ya know?
@johnthepalm Your use of the phrase "eurocentric" is quite interesting. Of course I have mentioned many poets who are not European in our discussion, but maybe you mean something else when you use that word. Maybe you would like to elaborate.
speaks the truth and how could he be acting black if being black is a race. Saying that is saying you agree with the stereotype that blacks should sound, act, dress a certain way. Nah, Lemon just who he is and he's BROOKLYN!!!!
@johnthepalm That's your opinion. You see a sad story. I see a "triumph in spite of". Most people can appreciate things they relate to. That poem means a lot to folks w/ parents who've made bad choices. Phylicia Rashad does a great poem on there. Floetry has a great poem. Some are funny. Some are sweet. Some actually do end quietly. And the people are applauding the passion. & though you may not like the delivery or the content, that is the poet's truth & i may not like it, but I respect it
@willshakeyou I can understand your mixed emotions over the word "faith" and the meaning it might usually evoke. I put my faith into things like hard work, thinking logically, and making a better life for myself. Faith is simply something everyone has and puts to use in different ways. Religious faith, moral faith, etc. Always different kinds. You can definitely have faith in trying to develop a better understanding of the world that surrounds you and certainly with no religious undertones.
@AbstractPoetNerd yeah but still it's really hard not to associate the word faith with "believe without proof or inspite proof" and i try not to have that at all in my life. but i understand what you mean and I agree with you... =)
lol - I was born and bred in the county of Kings in 73, but I'm not an angry Puerto Rican or Black, so I guess I don't count in Lemon's version of Brooklyn. LOL - good spoken word though even though I don't really get your version of Brooklyn as much as you can't understand mine,.
@@Revengex19999 Nope, nope. I get it though, you think you understand me., but you really don't. Never said I was better than you or your "us". I never said, the poem was bad. Just saying, the work doesn't speak to me, and I was born and bred in Brooklyn.
@captainterrible525 ...with one exception so far. You recommended a poem recited by Phylicia Rashad. I did take your advice and listen to it. And I agree that it is very good. I then began searching for material by the poet (her mother) Vivian Elizabeth Ayers. Of course this is not by any of these contemporary poets, but a work from the era of Langston Hughes. As far as me being "hostile", if you are of the impression that my criticisms are personal, read more carefully.
"The Lord may not come when you call; but He's always on time"
that line is epic
Pretty sure he lifted that from dmx.
Lemon grew up in New York/Brooklyn. He's a product of his environment. He's not trying to be anything but himself. There are plenty of black-Latinos. I'm from Harlem and I grew up around plenty of cats like Lemon.
I love this! I'm not even from NY but he sure hell made me feel like it lol. Talk about depiction. He was too nice
"the lord may not come when you call but he's always on time"
he stole that line from DMX
@@borninvincible
That line is older than DMX bud.
Oh my gosh he's so amazing! I actually got to meet him too and he's just a really nice person.
that last line gave me chills. amazing poet
the lord may not be there when you call but hes always on time...
I like the ending - "...the Lord may not come when you call, but he's always on time..." Sick line.
I always come back to this poem cause the delivery.....smooth.
he is ON POINT about the jamaican patties with coco breaddd!!!!
BROOKLYN STAND UP! Oh yes. I miss Brooklyn.
This was awesome, so much talent. He takes poetry on a different level
I am part bodigua! and this to is we're my mindset lies. this guy is good
Lol my android always correcting stuff incorrectly lmto. I ment bodicua. I didn't notice that duh on me
Did you mean Boricua? Lol
Oh yes it is all about the patti with coco bread n coleslaw!...Was pleasently surprised by this poet he was not wat i was expecting...and i strongly agree...The Lord May not come when you call but he is always on time x
its not a song to raise the sun, it is a call to prayer and worship God.
bushwick is where we from this guy is a smart man and a good one to knickerbocker and grove
Hell yea! Bushwick forever, never east williamsburg. That word is just something the yuppies conjurd up to raise their property value and take over what little we have...like no you may NOT change Graham Avenue - Avenue of PUERTO RICO to something else because it offends your sensibilities lol. This is Bushwick Sick so yuppies need to stick their asses back on that metro north train back to Connecticut 🤣
This might just be my favorite Def Poetry performance of all time
That shit was crazy. I love seeing this generation strong in the Spoken Word
much respect for him! this is the prime example of a person who turned his life around. He was in jail and educated himself and started doing poetry so no excuses.
I love when you get those Krispy new greens
He may not come when you call but he always on time.MY GOD. 💜💖
this man is greezy i luv watching this video
This man from Grand says damn. Always funky fresh...........
Keep telling them stories Lemon. Love your style and originality, keep it up!!!!
by far one of the best poems I've heard
Damn. This was beautifuL
Yessir!!! The lord might not come when u call but He's always on time. Word!
Dope. NY ain't never had the best weed spots though. Not a day in history.
I'm so proud to be from Brooklyn! xD
1 of my favs
That has always been my favourite line!
Thats was awsome!!!!!!
The lord may not come when you call, but he is always on time.
this guy's had the most applause i've heard in one performance!!
Then listen to the knock knock poet. The audience literally gets on their feet.
bring this show back
this daughter of all relations sends out big Love 2 Brotha Lemon Anderson who has learned 2B who & what he is everywhere he goes...share yo witness of true freedom u man from the county of Kings, brings a smile 2 this QueenB of the gateway city ;-)
BROOOOK LYNNNNN this descirbes it very welll too
I am addicted to this poem
thank you ..for saying this ....
i love lemon. this poem is sweet!
i loved of it, because of his showmanship and style. I live in toronto, and couldn't get even 1 reference lol. still awesome though.
Dawn! That wad dope!
love it!
If Ya Like This Ya Should C him perform his book County Of Kings - My Grade went to see him perform and he is amazing!!!!!!!
amazing
NY baby!
hes is really talented i first saw him on the app TED and heard his poem about taking his jordan shoes
timeless poem
i luv this
This!!! is Puerto Rock Style, we can argue all day about who influenced who! white to black..... they all my panas!
he's giving an example of how muslin preachers speak in prison.
@instrumental its no act...there's no place on earth like Brooklyn. You'll only know if u been there
15 poeple hit dislike 'cause they don't have the best weed spots
lots of gospel songs say that Mary Mary, plus ever since blues came onto the scene, singers have begun to use the gospel in a variety of genres
boricua
Perfect. :)
That was SIKK...!!
i like this here
Muslim, 5%percenter, Israelites.. This guy know his shit
He IS a 3-time felon.
i toast to u my brother.real talk on this one.
Checked it on the net, it's from Nina Hagen - Right On Time.
Lyrics:
You can't hurry my God
No, no, no
You just gotta wait
You've gotta trust God and give him time
No matter how long it will take
But he's a God we just can't hurry
But he'll be there, don't you worry
I say he may not come when you want him,
But he's "right on time!"
@willshakeyou
I think what he's saying is that you have to believe in something. He's not saying that something is god or life after death or anything. He's expressing that you have to put your faith somewhere, even if it's not something most would attest to faith.
Not glorifying, simply understanding where he's from and appreciating
That was HOT
YES I NEED A PATTIE WITH COCOA BREAD! FLATBUSH! I aint have one in like 2 years. Damn they aint got that out here...
He not ACTIN in no way , he's from Brooklyn . we all like that
borough of royalty the infinite party rocker home of big poppa 92 door KNOCKERS!!!!
have the best weed spot OC
Boricuaso Mira what's good fellow brooklynite! Bed Sty raised me. Shit in PR they call me crazy! Peace!
KING !! (Y)
right shit back in the day I used to stand in line at Allen's bakery to get my coconut bread, black pudding, currant rolls, roti......lime with my boys at prospect park, check me if you know what im talkin bout.
@captainterrible525 This is so much sadder than you realize. When I was younger I had the opportunity to be argue with many people who were critical, clever, abrasive, stubborn and brilliant. You shut down your mind when you hear something you deem negative. Learn that negativity is the first step to creativity. The urge to destroy is the urge to create. Learn and you will be free.
The second part is really good. The first part will fly right over the heads of the non-BK natives.
he is fine!!
Thank you! People at my school get so uncomfortable when I say things like this. Like when I speak 'properly' I'm not acting white. And my white friend who's from the hood aint acting black. She from the hood so she naturally speaks a certain way. It's not anything to be ashamed or proud of but it's a simple fact ya know?
@johnthepalm Your use of the phrase "eurocentric" is quite interesting. Of course I have mentioned many poets who are not European in our discussion, but maybe you mean something else when you use that word. Maybe you would like to elaborate.
LEMON ONE OF THE REALEST ONES DOIN IT!!! I'm from Flatbush I got you on that Veggi Pattie and coco bread baby lol
speaks the truth and how could he be acting black if being black is a race. Saying that is saying you agree with the stereotype that blacks should sound, act, dress a certain way. Nah, Lemon just who he is and he's BROOKLYN!!!!
@StatenIzzy1 Really?I didn't know that. But most of them don't look it.
@JuStStePhAniiE
It's spelled Boricua and it refers to people from Puerto Rico.
@johnthepalm That's your opinion. You see a sad story. I see a "triumph in spite of". Most people can appreciate things they relate to. That poem means a lot to folks w/ parents who've made bad choices. Phylicia Rashad does a great poem on there. Floetry has a great poem. Some are funny. Some are sweet. Some actually do end quietly. And the people are applauding the passion. & though you may not like the delivery or the content, that is the poet's truth & i may not like it, but I respect it
I loveeeee him
why don't ya;ll just look him up.. if he has a site.. email him and ask him instead of trying to figure him out based on opinions and conjecture?
charisma.
@willshakeyou I can understand your mixed emotions over the word "faith" and the meaning it might usually evoke. I put my faith into things like hard work, thinking logically, and making a better life for myself. Faith is simply something everyone has and puts to use in different ways. Religious faith, moral faith, etc. Always different kinds. You can definitely have faith in trying to develop a better understanding of the world that surrounds you and certainly with no religious undertones.
Nice like that
@AbstractPoetNerd yeah but still it's really hard not to associate the word faith with "believe without proof or inspite proof" and i try not to have that at all in my life. but i understand what you mean and I agree with you... =)
ahhhh F L A T B U S H !!!
ahhh he had it all toegda on dat one didnt make not one mistake
He should have ended when he said funky fresh. That would be a perfect ending of his poem. I like his style!
Just out of curiosity what is your definition of poetry? Why don't you think this poet words wasn't poetry?
Are these 2 poems he said in this video or one long one? Please help ^_^
lol - I was born and bred in the county of Kings in 73, but I'm not an angry Puerto Rican or Black, so I guess I don't count in Lemon's version of Brooklyn. LOL - good spoken word though even though I don't really get your version of Brooklyn as much as you can't understand mine,.
We get it you're better than us
wassa wassa
@@Revengex19999 Nope, nope. I get it though, you think you understand me., but you really don't. Never said I was better than you or your "us". I never said, the poem was bad. Just saying, the work doesn't speak to me, and I was born and bred in Brooklyn.
Hahaha @ 2:05 I thought he was gonna leave:)
what is 92 door knockers?
Ruben Moralez
Cheap gold earrings that are shaped like the knocker on a door.
Haha Im from puerto rico and this guy is tha shit and its pronouced Boricua ppl from Puerto Rico :D
Swagg
@captainterrible525 ...with one exception so far. You recommended a poem recited by Phylicia Rashad. I did take your advice and listen to it. And I agree that it is very good. I then began searching for material by the poet (her mother) Vivian Elizabeth Ayers. Of course this is not by any of these contemporary poets, but a work from the era of Langston Hughes. As far as me being "hostile", if you are of the impression that my criticisms are personal, read more carefully.
Shit is real.
he's giving an example about the 5% nation of islam nd the supreme mathematics homiee