Spoken-Word Poet Rudy Francisco Performs His Poem "Complainers"

[@swahfromdagarden]

To see poetry on national television, to see one of the greatest art forms get some of the spotlight, to see one of my favorite poets kill it on stage...its amazing. It truly touches my heart.

[@mya.4344]

I'm so happy for Rudy 👏

[@lannijade4865]

SO proud of how far Rudy has come!!!

[@timisolo]

Finally he gets some exposure imagine he did the starbucks chai latte poem that would've made me even more excited

[@emilyhow46]

iTeQz same that's one of my favourites

[@timisolo]

Emily It's so good i hope he gets to come back again soon

[@carlinembarnes]

iTeQz its titled 'To the Girl Who Works at Starbucks...' which is actually featured in his book, reads as good as it sounds

[@1cjblacks85]

Scars/New boyfriend too

[@zilehbali7778]

Dora Milaje Y E S

[@hoolimooliyt]

" So it doesn't matter if the glass is half full or half empty, there's water in the cup . " ❤

[@Dhk4]

This is so dope! I remember doing open mics and college events with this guy when I was just barely getting started playing keys. Used to hate performing after him because he'd always have the crowd so mesmerized haha. Dude has always been incredible

[@TheBusHopper]

I’ve been following Rudy for a while and I’m so happy to see him get here!!

[@danielgowan4706]

Bree Casillas same he's my favourite poet that I've heard so far his words are so powerful! I'm so glad he's got this far

[@CaloobianMongoose]

Seeing Rudy get this kind of recognition warms my heart. He is an absolutely *remarkable* poet and deserves every cheer, every clap, every tear his words bring to understanding eyes.

[@wonderlandandher6790]

I'm here for Rudy!!! I love his mind so much!!!

[@thomascarifioii1524]

My favorite poet right now, he is the reason I continue to write to this day, and have dedicated numerous hours to publish my own book. Thank you Rudy for everything❤️

[@paradigmswift1899]

don't stop. whatever you want, you can get it. u just have to believe

[@neirasworld]

Good luck with your book 😊

[@equanimity00]

I feel happy to see all these people wishing you luck even if they dont know you .Its truly beautiful. These people are the best kind of people i appreciate all of you.🤗🤗 good luck for you book and poem. Be happy.

[@GrubbyJim]

So happy for Rudy!! Helium is so beautiful, glad to see him getting the recognition he deserves!! Way to go, Tonight Show, more people should follow suit

[@kittttygirl5]

IM SO PROUD OF MY BOY RUDY !!!!! NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I LISTEN TO THIS POEM, I AM MOVED TO TEARS EACH TIME

[@lauracw_24]

< 3

[@mreyes5974]

how am I just finding out he was on Fallon?? I'm so happy for him he really deserves it, Rudy is always so amazing, seriously he leaves me breathless and teary eyed every time

[@thunderbirb7700]

simply beautiful.

[@hyooman2983]

My life has just been turned upside down. That was so beautiful.

[@AJ-vj3es]

John Doe why did it turn upside down??

[@honvstly_rosa]

This one always makes me cry😭

[@tanniagils]

His voice makes my heart beat fast, and his poems make me have a lump in my throat is amazing

[@ereniarenas5875]

Every single time, stop making me cry!!!

[@proudson3409]

These are the heights just your words can take you. Beautiful

[@CathyTheDestroyer]

Look at Rudy!! So happy more people are getting to hear your poetry.

[@Oremoose]

Who could dislike this? And why?

[@lauracw_24]

He makes me love poetry. < 3

[@TheDinah888]

Absolutely, life, each day, each moment, is a precious gift, for which we should be grateful!

[@lisalisaxd123]

😱😱😱😱😱😱😱😱RUDY!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG OMG OMG!!!!! I’m so proud of him!!!! I love It when my favorites are in the same place! I 💙Jimmy I 💙 Rudy

[@emilywelby6110]

Seen him speak twice in public and I am so amazed at how far he has come in 6 years. Love you Rudy!

[@anggiiieeeeful]

HE IS MY FAVORITE! crying tears of joy so happy for you Rudy!

[@Shelly_Renee825]

life energy within the inner body is the gateway to stillness...your words put us there Rudy...❤💛💚

[@rachellloyd2981]

OMG RUDY. RUDYYYYY I'M SO PROUD OF YOU!!!

[@kaitlyn_4719]

I look up to Rudy so much. His talent is like non other. I’m so proud

[@3poppies333]

wow. honest beauty. brought me to tears.

[@Rhungelahair]

I love love love rudy

[@wendyfisher9751]

Had to find this and listen again, after hearing it last night on the Tonight Show. Fabulous!

[@samfisher1663]

I remember when I preformed a piece at my high school poetry slam and I got to meet Rudy Francisco, I was so happy that he was there. I am so happy to see him here, he is truly inspiring. A real hero.

[@ioanalupu44]

I'm so proud of him. I've been reading and listening to his poems for about 2 or 3 years. I am so happy for him.

[@katherinebreeggemann6973]

That was beautiful, and I'm so proud of him. My favorite poet up there changing the world of poetry

[@lauracw_24]

Aggreed.

[@melissanievera]

Rudyyyyy! I'm so proud of you! Keep shining, brother!

[@Sassy_Princess]

Jimmy should do more poets. I'm ending my 2018 with poetry.

[@celestepacheco7279]

I’m so happy for Rudy. He is one my biggest inspirations when it comes to writing. Been following him for a while and I’m glad that his talent is finally being recognized. Awesome job. Much love from NY.

[@notourz]

lets go rudy still rewatching

[@Dani3522]

Been following him for a few years now and love his work. Such a phenomenal artist!!

[@kay2dapee]

Gonna just watch this every morning. #motivation #begrateful

[@dprobinson28]

Rudy!!!!! Been following him for years, so happy to see him on bigger platforms

[@byjessicatavares]

"We are still alive, lets act like it."

[@tracykimani3021]

Please keep this video for life..I need this as my daily reminder!

[@emilyoneil2672]

Amazing and inspiring! We all should be thankful for life and appreciate the simple acts of kindness toward others and oneself. Peace and blessings.

[@emilyoneil2672]

Thanks to whomever likes this.

[@marlibuuuu]

I'm so proud of you Rudy. Since 2011 I've loved you. I became a performance poet because of you. You inspired me to continue to trust in my process and be patient in the pattern I am creating. My poem "The Monolouge of a Stripper" gets so many good comments and liked by many so I'm going to keep pursuing my core's intent. I am so happy! You've come so far. We, as your fan-mily have come so far. So please, realise you''ve helped me as a Poet. I love you!!!!!!!!!

[@lolgurl141]

Omg I've seen Rudy perform at Queen's. You DESERVE THIS RUDY!! You make San Diego proud! ✨

[@PriscilleBuck]

That’s so awesome, that they would bring in a spoken word artist. Good job Rudy

[@ccecena2016]

YESS RUDY! I watched this originally on Button & I'm so happy that's he's gotten this opportunity

[@myhextixmind8632]

I'm so proud of Rudy 💖.

[@carlinembarnes]

I've been following Rudy since a spoken word event in DC back in 2012 had the amazing opportunity to meet him briefly with my good friend Qui who opened my eyes to the world of spoken word. So excited for Rudy and his accomplishments since then! Actually have my own copy of 'helium' and even the written version of the spoken passion gives me chills that resemble the tremble and excitement in the voice of the performance of Rudy. My favorite of Rudy's will always be My Honest Poem. Spoke to me in 2012 and continues to check me going forward. Keep doing you Rudy, it's the truth.

[@renee7006]

Rudy Francisco is actually my favourite poet ever.

[@cassipiedra9946]

sooo immensely proud of rudy!!! one of my favorite poets, it's amazing he's getting the exposure he's always deserved!! congrats to you rudy!

[@alleniaaar]

I AM SO PROUD OF HIM OMG!!! i started listening to his spoken word on button poetry 3 years ago and i have his book. i’m so proud wow

[@sdx1001]

i had the pleasure of listening to rudy at toronto poetry slam. i pray he comes back again so my ears can hear his words. he is simply a geniuis

[@parisescott4401]

I’m here two years later and it still slaps

[@naneeerz]

SO HAPPY FOR RUDY 💖💖💖

[@nadiroyusuf3051]

I’m so beyond happy to see you here!!!!!!!!!

[@denisescott7547]

Yes, Indeed !! Speak that WORD, Rudy !!

[@willmosby7284]

This is amazing! I actually opened up for Rudy at my cities university he is an amazing poet and I’m happy to see him on the big screen!

[@IvanaandAyonna]

I love Rudy Francisco!!!! I’m so proud !! 😊💛

[@purrehype]

SO MANY PROPS! I LOVE THIS POEM AND I LOVE RUDY.

[@Angelica-ix3bl]

I'm so happy for Rudy, his time has finally come. He deserves all the recognition

[@Custom_Cosmic]

Extremely proud of Rudy ♥️

[@sjs9040]

I’m soooooo proud of him 😊❤️

[@salmaputririanti1900]

I'M SO HAPPY FOR HIM👏👏👏

[@jomontanee]

Wow, it's so powerful. Yesterday I had a speaking engagement to the prisoners in prison and I was so worried what on earth should I speak about. Morale? Hope? Future? I totally had no idea. One thing I could think of was one sentence repeatedly appeared in my head, "you are still alive." So that was what I spoke to them about it. "Being alive". Then today I watched Rudy's "Complainers" on Jimmy Fallon. It was the same "message" that I heard all day yesterday. I guess it's the message that I need to tell myself; "You are alive. We are still alive. *So act like it* ."

[@kckgirl78]

So glad I caught this Brother’s performance on Fallon. I’m keeping the words in my heart and mind as I share the message with others. Well said, young man.

[@justintime1148]

I know this cat personally and he is def. Dope skilled Keep going Rudy. -Justintime

[@mollybenfield9403]

YES, RUDY!! My fav poet on my fav late night show 😍😍

[@SuperSonicSkyline]

Rudy Francisco on the tonight show!?!?!? holy crap yes!! love his poetry so much

[@Sassy_Princess]

so proud of him! always been a fan of his work💙

[@bryanatorres-martinez933]

putting poets on the map!! lets goooo

[@jbergner63]

I feel like I just saw one of my family members on Jimmy Fallon. So happy for Rudy and so happy for spoken word. Now, hook Andrea Gibson up with 3 1/2 minutes and the world will be better for it.

[@MrdancingFox]

Holy crap it’s Rudy!!!!! I love this guy

[@alibeb91]

IM SOO PROUD OF YOU RUDY FRANCISCO!!! You made it to the tonight showww!! This is my favourite!!!!!

[@MsBensmommy]

Wow. I am so moved by your poetry!!

[@laylakattau9894]

Speechless

[@Justinr1445]

So proud of you Rudy!

[@pjulesimple8172]

Wow so proud of you BRAVO👏👏 👏

[@forblueskiescm]

Woa woa woa, my favourite poet on Jimmy Fallon. Good for you Rudy.

[@poeticpointsofview6654]

RESPECT! Another one to add to my favourite playlist.

[@ericalacroix2373]

Love love love this!

[@anthonyreyes1117]

Excited for Rudy. He finally gets the platform he deserves.

[@caitlynharding]

I can't believe he was on the tonight show!! Rudy is so amazing

[@jordanco7380]

This guy is amazing. Gave me the chills I almost cried damn. 👏🏼

[@Melathegreat]

I read this in his book and I cried lol well I cried throughout the whole book but this one was the one

[@Beyondbeautymakeupofficial]

amazing spirit congrats Rudy!

[@NewMessage]

Well.. Now I feel bad for complaining about the lighting on this vid.

[@SpooksMcGhie]

Dam

[@bitafarahmand1559]

New Message wowbI did not expect that! That was strong and beautiful

[@alexisrobinson9305]

if it is hot, it means the sun is still shining, and the world is still spinning, so we are still alive, and that is a beautiful thing

[@TheMailorderninja]

Wow. Just wow.

[@kennethjordan1889]

Jimmy Fallon 4-17-19 brought me here 🙏🏻😊🥂

[@marinasmaluga4521]

Wow! Just Wow!

[@thelmagarcia3197]

I AM SO PROUD OF YOU RUDY. Your slam poetry are my faves.

[@stevenv765]

Rudy Yesssssss

[@marymary1779]

so happy for my guy

[@julayne010]

loved this! hope to see more spoken word and performance poetry on The Tonight Show!

[@NuthinbutNick]

MY BOY!!!! I'm so happy you made it so far! Congrats!

[@simplycrys8352]

Yasssss Rudy! Making it big!

[@beccacottle7612]

You made it, Rudy!!! YOU MADE IT!

[@robinbenshimol4026]

Could not have said that any better💜😇