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National Poetry Month’s Feature: Poet Jahi Trotter

Poet’s Bio: Jahi Minkah Trotter was born in Atlanta, GA, and moved to Alabama when he was six years old. He has been writing poetry since he was 11 years old. He has written two poetry books: It Was Already Written (2016) and Adapting To Life: Poems and Quotes by Jahi Minkah Trotter (2020). He developed a love for filmmaking while receiving his bachelor's degree in social science. Jahi decided to continue his quest for filmmaking at Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta, GA. 

During his final two years at SCAD, Jahi was encouraged by his professors to go into acting while continuing to work behind the camera as well. This was a crucial time for Jahi. He lost his father in 2019 a month before taking an elective acting class that lead him into acting. He lost his mother in 2021 and continues to act and create films, including his thesis film "The Last Job," in which he acted and starred in. Jahi graduated with a master's degree in film and television from SCAD in June 2022.  

Now, Jahi is still working on creating new films and acting. He is currently signed to Carol Shaginaw Talent Agency in Buford, GA. 

Deliah Lawrence: What inspired you to be a poet?

Jahi Trotter: My mother. She always had me reading and was in love with the arts. Also, Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes and Tupac Shakur.

DL: What are three fun facts about yourself?

JT: I like kickboxing, I’m a filmmaker and I enjoy cosplay. 

DL: In celebration of National Poetry Month, can you share with us a few of your poems?

JT: Adapting To Life: Poems and Quotes - Full Audiobook 🎧📖 - Jahi Minkah Trotter (youtube.com)

Jahi Minkah Trotter

They say you've changed But the truth is they changed first You just adapted.

YouTube Poetry videos 

December Nights - Jahi Minkah Trotter (youtube.com) 

LOVE/HATE - Jahi Trotter (youtube.com) 

DL: What new projects are you currently working on?

JT: I'm mostly filming and acting at the moment. I’m also in the process of working on my third poetry book dedicated to my mother. 

DL: Where can readers learn more about you and your poetry?

JT: Readers can get more information here:

DL: Thanks so much for being here with us today. I know my readers will enjoy getting to know you and your work.

JT: Thank you.


  


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  1. AnonymousApril 11, 2024 at 1:23 PM

    I love that your love of reading and writing has transcended into all forms of art like filmmaking. This was a great interview to read and I follow Jahi’s YouTube channel, his poetry is fire!

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  2. Deliah L.April 11, 2024 at 5:44 PM

    Hello, there! Thanks for your comment. And yes, indeed Jahi's poetry is fire!

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