Episode 19

Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry: Season 4: Episode 1

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Episode 19

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HBO | Air Date: July 18, 2004
Starring: Mos Def, Russell Simmons
Summary: Returning def poet Rives warmed the lovers in the crowd with his ode to post-passion bliss. Nafessa Monroe, Mark Gonzales and Zena Edwards all brought their fiery lyrics, while Black Ice (his second appearance on the series) also performed. Legendary writer and musician Oscar Brown, Jr. performed "Children of Children" and rap artist MCReturning def poet Rives warmed the lovers in the crowd with his ode to post-passion bliss. Nafessa Monroe, Mark Gonzales and Zena Edwards all brought their fiery lyrics, while Black Ice (his second appearance on the series) also performed. Legendary writer and musician Oscar Brown, Jr. performed "Children of Children" and rap artist MC Lyte rounded out the show with "I Was Born".
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Genre(s): Comedy, Arts, Music

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