Some do not consider Spoken Word to be poetry because it does not follow a more traditional prose or verse. Some consider Spoken Word to be Hip-Hop. But, in essence, spoken word has the ability, the dynamics, and the creativity to cross that entire realm of what some consider to be more traditional prose or verse -- all the way to Hip-Hop. Explore the realm of poetic possibilities with Can I Speak - Eve of a New Nation. Some call Tangela a budding Maya Angelou. If you think this presumptuous, wait until you hear her speak.