Dear You - Spoken word by Jordan McKenzie Bailey

This piece was written, recorded and performed by Jordan Bailey. Jordan hopes that it inspires you to be your best self. Enjoy!

[@RatchelRach]

Dear you, Your skin isn't paper, so don't cut it. Your life isn't a film, so don't end it. Your size isn't a book, so don't judge it. Your face isn't a mask, so don't hide it. Life is short, so don't make it shorter. Your head isn't a target, so please don't shoot it. Sincerely, someone who cares about you more than you could ever know, even if I don't know you in person. Edit: I come back to this video every so often. I forgot about this comment. My sister did that last one on November 22nd 2020 because she didn't realize how amazing she was, and I miss her so much. So I mean this even more than I did when I first wrote this comment when I say: Don't. Give. Up. It's not worth it. You are loved and cared for by more people than you think, including me. I don't know how she didn't see that. I'm not asking for pity or you to feel bad for me or anything, but if you could pray for my family or at least wish them well, that would make my day more than you could ever possibly know. It's November 22, 2021. Thought I'd come back to this for the occasion.

[@k.k7208]

@unreasonably random I saw this comment a few days ago and prayed throughout the day. It was the day I was contemplating. (You know if you know) it helped me. But I prayed for your family all day. I hope you could feel God’s presence in that moment. Lots of love to you, your family, and your sister

[@RatchelRach]

@@k.k7208 Thank you so much. This comment really made my day. God bless you.

[@RatchelRach]

@@k.k7208 also I'm glad my comment helped you through your struggles and it's so amazing that I was able to spread joy and love to someone who needed it

[@RatchelRach]

@@k.k7208 Hey I know I'm still just a stranger on the internet, but I just wanted to check in to see how you're doing. I'm still praying for you. ❤️

[@k.k7208]

@@RatchelRach thank you so much for asking! i am doing much better as i have made my dance team and have good supportive friends at my side. ofc i still have moments but i’m over all so much better. again, i can’t thank you enough for this comment🥰 how are you feeling lately?

[@naomiwolff8835]

This deserves way more attention. So underrated. So powerful and this is a gift, that you can write poetry like this. Love love love yourself.

[@JordanCathryn]

Naomi Wolff thank you lovely that means a lot

[@daisywestwood904]

Naomi Wolff d cg

[@animalb-channel883]

This is my solo song this year

[@VinoVenitas]

"Dear you, I feel the same way as you." That line right there was the one that really hit home with me. So many times do I have to tell myself that Im ok. This was beautiful and the way you moved to your own words was stunning. Well done

[@JordanCathryn]

Thank you so much for your kind words and comments. It means a lot to me that it mattered to you.

[@jessplays8092]

This might be my favourite poem ever. This deserves so much more attention. This was absolutely beautiful. Amazing job!

[@JordanCathryn]

That means so much. Thank you for all your support.

[@kaylamccabe1142]

this is way too underrated. amazing! really, truly, amazing.

[@ellakitchen4462]

Can you put the audio on Apple Music plzzzz or send a link ❤️

[@ryanboles5849]

I LOVE THIS SO MUCH, SO INSPIRING, IM GONNA CRY

[@25860]

That was beautiful… I felt all the emotion... and such beautiful words.... I loved it!

[@cassiusfelix2805]

I tear up a little bit at the end that was beautiful

[@abbiegandy6463]

This was beautiful. Never stop being you, you're amazing and your words are changing the world. One person at a time ❤️

[@walli_art]

That is the most beautiful dance I have ever seen. And to the most beautiful song and person.

[@ryl3067]

This is absolutely beautiful!! I feel so alive after watching this.

[@gabriellekelly3961]

So awesome! I really enjoyed watching this video.

[@marymargaretdavis2148]

Love this so much.

[@thetanyasaxena]

Dear Jordan, This is an absolutely beautiful piece of work, and something to be proud of. I also see in the comments that you’ve freely shared permission for many other dancers to use your poem for creating work as well. As a dancer myself, I know how emotional the process of creation is, and in addition to your obvious skills as a dancer and writer I commend your generosity of spirit. Thank you so much for sharing this, and all the best for your further work!

[@lilyandlexislife]

So kind ❤️

[@malachisavage1237]

how can i get a hold of you to use this piece of music/words for my own dance performance?

[@sophiewennekamp]

Please tell me this got first overall! This is so amazing, so emotionally this needs more attention!

[@zFlxmezz]

i love this alot i recommend to alot of other people

[@zoehendershot772]

This is amazing! Is there anyway I could get a link of this so I can use it?

[@alexalopezmusic]

This made me cry

[@paigeaddison2285]

This dance is amazing

[@JordanCathryn]

I am so glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.

[@paigeaddison2285]

Your welcome you are a beautiful dancer

[@TristanCulver]

Hi Jordan! I was wondering if I could get your permission to have your poem and song to dance to whenever I need to get my feelings out! Thank you for being so inspiring! ❤️

[@KaterynaFreitas]

Did you write this? If so it’s absolutely beautiful and I’m gunna save this video so I can listen to it whenever ❤️

[@lilyandlexislife]

Dear Jordan!! This is so beautiful. I actually shed a tear near the end, you have such a gift to write poetry like this and dance to it. May I use this audio for a solo at my dance studio for next year? Your words are so inspiring and I would be honoured for you to let me use it, if so, would you like me to send you my email? Amazing and such an inspirational dance and poetry. 🩷❤️😊

[@JordanCathryn]

Hi Lily, you are more than welcome to use it! You can email me at [e-mail]

[@muscat546]

I loved the dance and poem

[@ainsleyholeman3]

i really love this piece and i was wondering if i could use it for my solo this year! it’s so beautiful, if not i completely understand!! thank you!!!

[@brigidmay6172]

This video is all I ever needed to hear. Thank you so much.

[@studentslife1448]

when I was seeing this I got lost in the video .Really liked your video and the effort done by you

[@truptibenpatel3245]

Exactly what I needed to hear!

[@GeraldineDeBorahMusic]

Beautiful👏

[@vijaypandey7806]

I am in love with your thought put into performance

[@Laurab13385]

This really speaks to me

[@lorahashley8095]

Could someone please tell me the what the music is in the background I love it!

[@nichoelann]

this is incredibly beautiful! 💞

[@andrijanarabusic6655]

Too good❤

[@simrankhapare7776]

I heard this and loved it so much, that I prepared a performance with this and received so much love

[@simrankhapare7776]

Can you please allow me to upload on you tube too?

[@JordanCathryn]

I saw your comment asking to upload it, and yes please do! Just give credit and tag me as I'd love to see it!

[@ameliacollins7075]

This sounds like it was written to me. Thank you.

[@Croissantsss]

This is beautiful choreography!!! Inspired by Sierra demulder?

[@nathanaelcard]

This is dope, Jordan

[@danceinactionstudio1141]

Hi Jordan, I Love this spoken word - found it so inspirational! I wondered if I could please use some of the audio for my dance team routine. Have emailed you too for permission X

[@sisitauheluhelu1703]

Name of the instrumental audio ??

[@adriannehess1759]

I really want to dance to this!

[@dyaniison5962]

love this

[@emilygrove4125]

This is one of my new favorite dances, I dont know if you will see this but is there anyway I could use this poem and song for my up coming season, it will be a different dance! But I love this ❤❤❤

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes feel free to use the poem and song, I'd love for it to be used and shared:)

[@blasiaantinoro5263]

Jordan do you have the instrumental part to this song I love it and would love to use

[@Jasmith626]

I emailed and sent a message on fb for permission to use your audio for choreography! Thanks

[@yvonnevuillermin7520]

Hello how do I ask for permission to use this track for my daughter she would love to dance to it.

[@willowsolly8899]

Please link the audio!!!!?

[@biaben1313]

Hello Jordan! This is absolutely beautiful. So inspiring! I was wondering if I may use your music for my dance team. It would be an honor to be able to dance to this. Sending Love!

[@JordanCathryn]

Thank you, I'm happy to let you use it!

[@biaben1313]

@@JordanCathryn Thank you so much! Can I send you my email??

[@JordanCathryn]

@@biaben1313 Feel free to shoot me an email: [e-mail]

[@sydney4081]

Hey Jordan, I was just wondering if we could use this song for my solo this year? We have already started it at dance, but we can't add to much until you give us the ok.

[@JordanCathryn]

Hi Sydney, yes you may use it! If it's posted anywhere, please give credit, and best of luck with your routine!

[@micaelacrimi9410]

SONG??????¿¿¿¿¿ PLSSS

[@evelynmanresa9041]

Is there any way you could post the lyrics online?

[@abbyrampling8660]

what song is this to??

[@sarahnarysblog]

Can I use the audio for a dance competition choreo?

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes

[@sarahnarysblog]

The text is from you but how is the melody called?

[@kaylasmith634]

Hi! I’m looking for some spoken poetry to dance to and i absolutely love this it’s beautiful and I was wondering if I could have some sort of Mp3 of it or some recording that I could use for a dance? If not I completely understand this is yours completely I just think that it’s so amazing and would love to use it myself😊

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes of course you can! Send an email to [e-mail] and I'll send it to you

[@kaylasmith634]

Ok!!

[@juliettewade1921]

This is beautiful and I have a dancer that wants to use it to compete with this season. May I use it for her solo?

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes you may!

[@juliettewade1921]

@@JordanCathryn thanks so much!!❤️

[@cf7815]

Hi, I was wondering if I could use this for my solo this year? I've been told that spoken word is a good challenge, and I feel like I'll be able to execute the dance better if I actually feel what the poem is about. This really, really speaks to me and I was wondering I could use it? If you don't want me to, I respect your decision :)

[@JordanCathryn]

of course you can use it!

[@cf7815]

@@JordanCathryn thank you so much for replying!

[@turnerjanus8983]

I thought this was very beautiful, would you mind if I could use this piece for a dance solo?

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes you may!

[@CandiceClarkeAcademy]

Dear Jordan can I use this poem to choreograph for a competition please

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes you may! Just give credit and tag me as I'd love to see it!

[@lizbethacevedo6763]

Hey! your piece really spoke to me and i was wondering if i could use this for my senior solo?

[@JordanCathryn]

Absolutely! Let me know if you need audio:)

[@lizbethacevedo6763]

@@JordanCathryn yes please! that would be great!

[@JordanCathryn]

@@lizbethacevedo6763 Please send me an email at [e-mail] so I can send it to you

[@ROHITYADAV-xk3gb]

Dear you , will you please make a voice for me ? " There was once a girl so bright the sparkle in her eyes never dull she had everything she could have dreamed of her life wasn't perfect but with him as perfect as it gets he gave her hope that one day she would have her fairytale herself the princess and him the prince but not after long the prince turned into a toad he built the princess a castle of hope only to knock it all down he told her about this thing called love the princess unsure if it were real he taught her how to feel it but didn't stay to make it last the silly toad didn't know what he lost but the princess lost something that day the sparkle in her eye burned out and she was sure they'd never shine again for he was the reason they lit up."

[@niawilliams9118]

Omg, can I use this audio to choreograph with for my company audition? This is beautiful

[@JordanCathryn]

yes! please do!

[@niawilliams9118]

Jordan Bailey thank you so much!!

[@tracytrotter4458]

@@JordanCathryn where can I get a copy of this audio? LOVE LO

[@dannycoleman1580]

My daughter is learning a contemporary piece to this song. Would you give us permission to use it in our competitions?

[@JordanCathryn]

Yes!

[@dannycoleman1580]

@@JordanCathryn thank you so much. I will send you the video of her first competition using your amazing song.

[@dannycoleman1580]

​@@JordanCathryn do you have an email or somewhere I can send the video of her first competition using your song?

[@briannaduncan4258]

hey jordan! my name is brianna duncan and i am also a dancer. i was looking for songs that really inspired me and something i can relate to and i fell in love with this one. i was wondering if i could do a competitive solo to this song??? i would really like youre permission to use it so pleaseee get back to me!

[@JordanCathryn]

I'd be happy to let you use it!

[@briannaduncan4258]

Jordan Bailey, thank you so much! it really means alot

[@gabiperez7011]

I have been looking for a solo song for months and finna came across this. Would you feel okay if i used this for my solo piece

[@JordanCathryn]

yes of course please use it!

[@JordanCathryn]

yes!

[@sophietimony4228]

What audio is this :)

[@JordanCathryn]

It's an original

[@schulz0401]

Could I use this for my solo this year?

[@JordanCathryn]

yes!

[@schulz0401]

@@JordanCathryn omg really thank you sooooo much I love this. My uncle committed suicide 7 months ago and since then our family is going thru really hard times. I think this is exactly how I feel and if he would've he would still be here. Thank you sooo much

[@schulz0401]

@@JordanCathryn Hello again so I was wondering if by any chance you have the original audio file? We tried using it from this video but it doesn't sound too good. Would you be willing to share it with me. I can purchase if you want

[@schulz0401]

@@JordanCathryn hi Jordan pls respond to my last comment. I really need to start pls I follow back in a day or you can unfollow 😋 my solo soon and I can't picture myself dancing to anything else. It would mean so much to me to be able to dance to your awesome words. They really do inspire me. We just need to audio to sound better so that is why we need the original. Again we are willing to purchase it.

[@sydneyclementshaw1409]

I sent this to my bff who also goes through what I go throw (not going to get into details sorry)