"It's Christmas" performance on Impact Network TV
Excerpts to Introduce Natasha Beautiful Thought
"All About Jazz" (excerpt)
"The Wealth of Healthy Words" (excerpt)
by Dedan Photography
Private birthday party with keyboard accompaniment
Beautiful Thought: Perfect Imperfections I
Opening performance for Casey J.
Natasha BeautifulThought is a spoken soul poet, commercial talent, event host, poetry instructor, actress, and homeschool coach.
Natasha, poet laureate of WJZZ Detroit Jazz radio, is also the recipient of the National Poetry Awards - 2011 Christian Poet & Spoken Word Artist of the Year and 2016 Host of the Year. She has been nominated for several other awards, featured on internet tv, radio, and public, corporate, nonprofit, and private venues. She published a spoken word cd and chapbook in 2017.
Natasha's stories are of love, overcoming, perseverance, God's faithfulness, and life. She writes like she lives her life, transparently. Her voice has been said to soothe and calm, like a balm.
7 reviews
April R.
July 27, 2026First of all, let me tell you that Natasha Beautiful Thought will always be remembered for the love and sympathy that she had for the resident that Maple Heights Celebrated for the month of July 2026. Natasha was able to sympathize with our resident and connect with her on a level that no one else could have. Natasha has a heart of Gold, and it is visible to all who meet her. One amazing moment that sticks out to our celebrated Resident and all who attended was when Natasha chose a specific poem called "Queen" and after announcing the title our resident informed Natasha that her name means "Queen". We all sat in awe as Natasha read her poem to our resident, Regina, realizing that every single word described Regina.
I am so so pleased with Natasha's performance, and we will be having her back in the near future. Thank you, Natasha, for being the wonderful and amazing you that you are.
You will always be remembered for the heartfelt connection that you had with all of us, especially with Regina.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Kody G.
May 12, 2025It was wonderful to see Natasha on stage. While the performance started a bit later than scheduled and extended beyond the expected time, the artistry of her spoken word was truly captivating. Her delivery was so passionate and emotionally resonant; you could feel the depth of feeling in every line. The poetry itself was clearly well-crafted and deeply felt. Despite the timing challenges, the power and artistry of her performance shone through.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Natasha BeautifulThought
Thank you for your kind words. I received great feedback after my performance from the audience as well. I especially connected with the lady who had me in tears still grieving her loved one.
This day was a high demand day due to Mother's Day. As mentioned I couldn't be there early, but did make it close to 1pm as promised.
Your team originally requested 30 min performance but it was out of budget. So I did over deliver a bit as a gift and due to the unexpected flow of tears. It was a pleasure to work with you all and the event was wonderful. Thank you!
David J.
April 2, 2024Great communication; flexible; professional!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Natasha BeautifulThought
Thank you for your review! I truly appreciate the flexibility of you and your staff as well. I was treated with great hospitality and accommodations. It was a pleasure and honor to be in fellowship with Impact. I truly hope that my words were edifying and impactful. Thank you for believing in my gift.
John H.
January 3, 2024Natasha did an absolutely wonderful job!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Natasha BeautifulThought
Thank you for having me for this special night. It was a pleasure to be among your church family. Look forward to returning in the future. Happy new year!
Shawn I.
November 22, 2023Natasha was a delight to work with. She was very prompt in her communication and we could tell from our first phone call with her about the project just how much care and thought she was putting into the piece. On event day she was on time and well prepared. Her performance was wonderful and the piece aligned with our event goal and message. the audience loved it. I would recommend her and work with her again!
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Natasha BeautifulThought
This was a wonderful experience to be greeted with such warmth. I was taken care of well and able to fully focus on encouraging the special guests. It was a surprise to hear that a couple of attendees were in tears. I look forward to being apart of any future events.
Price range: $150 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 20 - 60 minutes
My spoken word is personal and soulful. It shares my spirit and heart. It is passionate and also often soothing. I usually connect with people through stories of triumph, all kinds of love, and life. I dress as art for appearances. I can also write specific for your event or person being honored.
In 2016, Natasha BeautifulThought released her freshman cd, titled "Spoken Soul I: Perfect Imperfections" to the backdrop of original neosoul jazz music. She has been featured on numerous internet tv and radio shows and performed at various public and private venues, including historic Baker's Keyboard, Aretha's Jazz Cafe, and Berts on Broadway.
In 2018, she was booked in her first feature film (IMDB) and short film. She has performed with and been booked by several international jazz recording artists. She opened for Christian hip hop artists Da Truth and Andy Mineo, and in 2019, opened for Stellar-award-winning gospel artist Casey J. Most recently, in 2023, she was named WJZZ Detroit Jazz radio poet laureate.
Natasha is the momager to Tavon Touré, a professional vocalist and actor. She is a resilient woman of God known to persevere through trials that at times is witnessed through her poetry. She believes God has provided us with a richness of ways to heal ourselves mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually including with spoken word. She is a true professional that loves to use poetry to empower and impact other's lives.
A cordless mic is preferred, alternatively a corded mic is fine. Either mic should be able to fit in the mic stand. A boom mic stand with a music stand is preferred. Alternatively, a straight mic stand is fine. Upon discussion I may be able to bring my own portable music stand.
A headset mic may be fine, depending on hairstyle. A wireless lapel mic may be fine, if discussed in advance, where I am able to wear clothing suitable for it and there are no issues with static/radio interference.
There is no set list. The list will depend on the event and audience.
Maya Angelou
India Arie
A stool is preferred if the set is longer than 15 minutes. If I will be on stage before or after my set a padded or comfortable chair with a back is needed. An AV system is needed unless it's a tiny room. A slideshow will require a projector screen.
Spoken Word Artist