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Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.

Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.

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4.89 
(13 reviews)
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Spoken Word Artist
  • Travels up to 120 miles
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Faraji performing at WME

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Faraji performing at Da Poetry Lounge

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Faraji speaking on director's panel at Micheaux Film Festival

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Faraji speaking at the 28th Annual PARC Graduation | California State University, Fullerton

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Faraji performing on the Tami Mac show

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Faraji performing for the Shining Light spoken word lab

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Overview

Faraji is known for her poetic presence in the surrounding Bay Area and the Greater Los Angeles Area.

Faraji is a 1st Place Da Poetry Lounge Slam Champion and 3rd Place Slam Champion at the Berkeley Slam. She has been featured at FOX Soul, the Pan African Film Festival, Caltech, the Grand Hotel, SOL Nightclub, UEG Worldwide, and Indie Congress among others. Her profound insights uniquely tailor any program, for corporate events, weddings, retreats, birthday parties, conferences, anniversaries and special occasions.

She is an award winning filmmaker and her book, Calabama, is available now through World Stage Press and the Los Angeles Public Library.


13 Reviews

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Asia M. • September 27, 2022

Beautiful piece and amazing delivery!

We hired Faraji to write and perform a piece for our chapter's Opening Meeting Luncheon on Black excellence, and Black excellence it was! Faraji was easy to work with and creative, she wrote a beautiful piece, and gave a flawless performance. Our members were very impressed! It was a pleasure.

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Spoken Word Artist
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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thank you Asia! It was an honor performing for your Chapter Luncheon, thank you for trusting me with your vision. Hope you’re well (:

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Jovana L. • September 16, 2022

Excellent!

Faraji was prompt, easy to work with and delivered a powerful message flawlessly!

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thank you Jovana, it was my pleasure working with you! Be well (:

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Mario A. • November 14, 2019

Great

Great

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Tiffany K. • October 20, 2019

Fantastic and powerful performance

Faraji was charismatic when she performed at our hospitality conference. I had so many of our attendees come up to me to tell me how wonderful she was and that they were moved by her poem. Out of all the entertainers we had that day, she was definitely a favorite!

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Spoken Word Artist
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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thanks Tiffany, it was exciting entering the world of hospitality - so many unique innovations coming down the pipeline! I'm glad your attendees were able to connect to their piece - was definitely a mutually moving moment. Hope to reconnect soon!

Faraji

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Angela W. • July 24, 2019

Amazing

Faraji was Great! Her style was smooth, yet explosive. The pieces she put together for me was perfect. She is a gifted poet with style and grace. I will utilize her services again in the future.

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thanks, Angela, for bringing me in to your community - I felt right at home! I'm glad your original pieces were to your liking - hope to work with you again soon.

Take care,

Faraji

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Eric M. • March 20, 2019

Awesome Experience!

Faraji performed at one of our corporate events recently. She is an outstanding performer who captivated the audience with her genuine and heartfelt poetry.

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Eric, thank you so much for having me out to your event. Rarely do you find organizations filled with so many change leaders - I appreciated the collaboration and support from everyone who attended. Hope to see you all again in the future!

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Dari S. • January 1, 2019

Thank you, Faraji!

I really appreciated the initial phone conversation I had with Faraji a couple weeks before our event. She really understood our vision from the start. We invited Faraji to give a kick-off toast at our wedding announcement party and she created a beautiful piece inspired by friendship and love. I could tell from the ooohs and Awwws in the audience that our dear friends really loved it. Thank you again, Faraji, for gracing us with your beautiful light on our special day! You are are truly talented!

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thank you for the review! I really appreciate the environment you all brought to the event - extremely honest, and so warm. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your family and friends! Wishing you all the best!

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Jane P. • May 10, 2018

Powerful and personal performance

We invited Faraji to our campus for a Take Back the Night event, the purpose of which was for participants to share their experiences with sexual violence. She performed two pieces to kick off the evening and the first one was written specifically for the event after we spoke on the phone about the purpose of the night. She also spoke about what the pieces meant to her and about her own experiences. I think that vulnerability and honesty really helped create a space where other people felt they could also share. I've received lots of feedback from participants since that Faraji's performance was their favorite part of the program. Thank you!

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

It's wonderful to hear that I was so well received - nights like 'Take Back the Night' are bigger than the performances, it's a chance for us to come together and voice out the injustices done within our community. I'm glad I was able to be that model of truth for you all. Thanks for the review (:

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Jennifer J. • February 13, 2018

Tremendous power and strength within her voice.

Faraji was one of our featured artists during Black History Month at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. She was captivating and resonating with our students, faculty, staff. She was easy to work with and I would definitely recommend her to anyone.

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Jennifer, it was wonderful being featured at your Opening Celebration; I'm glad you all enjoyed the poems I was able to create for the event! Thanks for the review (:

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Vonya M. • April 10, 2017

Wonderful

Faraji did a great job and everyone enjoyed her words and presents . We was honored for Faraji to be part of our dinner. Thank you so much.

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Motivational Speaker, Spoken Word Artist
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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Vonya, I'm glad that your expectations were met; so wonderful meeting you and your family!

Pharaji

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Joseph H. • August 17, 2016

Our 30-year wedding anniversary

By Joseph and Johnnie, celebrating our 30-year wedding anniversary with God's grace and God sending Pharaji in our life she was so professional a heart warm person she takes time to get to know you to put her words into content as though she has been with us for the 30 years. She carry the whole party as MC and spoken words also special words of our loved ones that has gone before us. Our family and friends are still talking about it and I'm sure for years to come. You was a special highlight, may God continue to bless you and others as you bring joy and memories you will never forget
Thank You

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Ebonie R. • February 22, 2016

Amazing!!!!!!

I am not one to write reviews BUT in this case I am compelled to enlightened you on the talent of Pharaji. She is truly a skilled, sincere, intelligent and free spirited woman. It was such a joy to meet and speak with her.

Pharaji, touched everyone at my party she was truly the highlight of the event! She speaks about truth, passion, life and current events rolled up in to one or many poems. If you are looking for that cherry on top. My suggestion would be to book Pharaji. Peace and Blessings

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

So kind of you to say Ebonie; I'm glad that I could make your birthday all that you hoped for! It was so great getting to meet you and your community of friends. Thank you for the review!

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Cheri • December 28, 2015

absolutely awesome

I'd like to express my complete and total satisfaction with the service that was provided by Faraji. She was prompt, professional and definitely on point with her performance. I couldn't have had anyone else more in tune with exactly what I requested. Her style, her presence and presentation were important key facts I wanted to have portrayed. This was a milestone birthday and her act definitely topped the cake. My only regret is that I was unable to record her exquisite performance. I can't express my gratitude with her patience with me for not beginning on time as initially discussed due to an unfortunate circumstance with the caterer. I recommend her to anyone looking for great pieces and attention to detail. I look forward to working with Faraji again in the near future! Thanks again Faraji... You're awesome.

Cheri,

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Response from Faraji. Spoken Word Poet.:

Thank you Cheri, that's so kind of you to say. I'm glad that you're birthday went as expected, and I'm happy to have been able to be a part of your milestone. Thanks for reviewing!

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Languages: English, French

What to Expect

Expect originality; a no-holds-barred performance -- spoken word on any topic, extremely versatile. Each word that is spoken, is written with intent. Expect impact. Expect change. Expect what you are paying for.

About

Who am I?
I am midnight oceans crashing against tidal waves.
I am breast milk fed to world's children.
I am chameleon.
I am all of the above and nothing at all.
Life is not about who you are, but who you can influence others to become; shift your focus - enlighten yourself through another's eyes.
I am, you, are, I.

Services Offered

Spoken Word Artist Industry Expert

Past Booked Events

September 11, 2022 • 11:00am - 11:15am Nonprofit Event
November 12, 2019 • 6:30pm - 6:45pm Anniversary Party
October 17, 2019 • 3:00pm - 3:15pm Corporate Event
July 20, 2019 • 8:00pm - 8:30pm Birthday Party
February 22, 2019 • 10:00am - 10:30am Corporate Event
December 17, 2018 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm Nonprofit Event
November 10, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm Cocktail Party
April 27, 2018 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm Campus Event
April 08, 2017 • 5:30pm - 5:45pm Dinner Party
February 20, 2016 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm Birthday (Adult)

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