# @swaysuniverse1 on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=P-igIs0Ualw
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- **Posted:** 2026-09-17T21:48:26.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** SWAY'S UNIVERSE (@swaysuniverse1) — https://gondola.cc/swaysuniverse1

## Caption

Experience the mesmerizing power of Sekou Andrews as he sits down to discuss his incredible journey from the Bay Area to becoming a Grammy nominated spoken word artist. In this deep dive, Sekou shares how he blended hip hop, soul, and cinematic storytelling to create a unique art form that has inspired millions worldwide.

Throughout this conversation, Sekou opens up about his transition from chasing record deals to forging his own path as a professional poet. He discusses the challenges of building an industry where none existed and how he uses his platform to empower others through his Poetic Voice program. You will hear about his collaborations with stars like Jordin Sparks and Omari Hardwick, as well as his philosophy on using performance techniques to master public speaking.

One of the highlights of this episode is a powerful live performance of his piece The Lightning Machine, where Sekou demonstrates exactly why he is considered a master of his craft. He also breaks down the science of resonance and how to command a room using both sound and silence. Whether you are an aspiring artist, a public speaker, or simply a fan of great storytelling, this interview offers profound insights into creativity and entrepreneurship.

Chapters
0:00 Intro and Welcome / Standing Ovation
2:15 The Art of Spoken Word / Sound vs Words
5:10 Collaborating with Jordin Sparks and Omari Hardwick
8:45 Origin Story / From the Bay Area to DC
12:20 Transitioning from Hip Hop to Spoken Word
15:50 Entrepreneurship and the Path of a Full Time Poet
19:30 How Acting and Visual Arts Enhance Performance
23:15 Poetic Voice and Training Public Speakers
26:40 Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking
29:15 Live Performance / The Lightning Machine
32:50 The Power of Silence and Resonance
34:55 Final Thoughts and Project Information

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About SWAY’s UNIVERSE
Exclusive interviews from Sway Calloway and the Sway In The Morning/ SwaysUniverse.com team with some of today's biggest celebrities, like Kevin Hart, Kanye West, Eminem, Usher, Jessica Alba, Steve Aoki, Torey Lanez, Julia Stiles and so much more.

Sekou Andrews on Omari Hardwick, Jordin Sparks, and "Cool Mommy" | SWAY’S UNIVERSE
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