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Seekin The Cause...
Miguel Pinero was a successful and critically acclaimed poet, screenwriter and an award-winning playwright. He was also a thief, convict, drug addict, a junkie, and at times, homeless. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the ghettos of New York’s Lower Eastside, Pinero’s works reflect the harsh reality in which he lived. For some, his writings are nothing more than a glorification of drugs, violence, and all things street. For others, he was a misunderstood chronicler of ghetto life; a voice for the hopeless and the hopeful. And though he loved the streets and the hustle, he was conscious of their harmful effects on his life and on those who shared a similar lifestyle. His poem, “Seekin’ The Cause” represents the kind of writing that can best be described as an indicment on all faucets of society, both the rich and poor, for misguided intentions. Enjoy this clip from Pinero the movie... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkY9BtSxyWQ
About me
mr.ithier
Vocalo user since Mon, 01/14/2008 - 8:14am.
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I am 25-years-old. For the most part, I usually don't have anything interesting to say. I am trying to work on that, though. I write, though I am not sure I'd call myself a writer--not yet, anyways. I'm what could be considered a bit anti social. And I'd rather sit back and observe social behavior then engage in it. I travel abroad as often as I can afford it and when I’m not traveling, I think about all the experiences I’ve had and try to imagine ones I’ll have. I have a gypsy spirit that keeps me, as it is said in Spanish, inquieto. And though I love the city I was born in, I’d much rather be somewhere along the Mediterranean in shorts and sandals. I play Latin percussion and drums. I grew up with healthy doses of Afro Caribbean, Hip Hop, Gospel, Latin Jazz, Blues, Funk, Dance, Classical and Folk music. I know I'll be famous one day, I'm just not sure why. Paz...
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