Local poet and spoken word performer Carin Malone has been inspiring Memphians and people all over the world with her talents since 2011. Dubbed the Memphis Poetry Slam Master and the 44th Lady Poet in the world after representing Memphis in the 2018 Women of the World Poetry Slam competition, Carin has used her passion of turning pain into poetry to the fullest. Continued practice of her craft have helped her channel negative experiences into her work and performances.
A Healing City
As history tells us, some of the most passionate people have some of the most treacherous pasts. At just 9 years old, tragedy sank its teeth into Carin’s life. A house fire took the lives of two cousins, and almost took her own life. As any of us could imagine, an event like this would surely impact the rest of our lives. Poetry became an outlet to release her negative thoughts and emotions. She knew that if these words could help her heal, they might help others heal as well. Whatever someone is going through, it’s comforting to know that you aren’t alone. Carin wants to make those healing feel something when she touches the mic. “You never know who is listening and waiting for exactly what you have to offer.” Music and art are outlets our city uses to overcome its past and present.
Writeous Soul
The growth of a city starts with the individuals in the city, and the behind the scenes efforts are what makes a city worth it. Carin took on her stage name “Writeous Soul” for just this reason. The soul of Memphis has grown and developed over the past years, inspiring those who cross its path to do the same. School drives, cancer awareness events, care of the homeless, and many more proactive events are ways that Memphians bring their souls. In Memphis, no soul goes unturned. And that is what makes us righteous.
