Rudy Francisco

American Poet

Rudy K. Francisco (born July 27, 1982) is an American spoken word poet and writer. He has won several poetry slams and written six books of poetry.

Francisco first got into performance poetry after going to open mics and watching a show that featured the poet Shihan and falling in love with the style. He says that reading The Music Lesson by Victor Wooten was pivotal moment in his life as a poet. Francisco has performed in competitions as well as shows around the world.

Poems

Rudy Francisco's poems are known for their social critique, introspection, honesty, and humor. He uses personal narratives to explore themes like race, class, gender, religion, and the interconnectedness of human existence.

His poems often feature vivid imagery, strong metaphors, and a unique voice that can be both deeply personal and universally relatable.