Which Celebrity Poetry Deserves to Be Ranked?

TL;DR

Celebrity poetry ranges from exceptional to underwhelming, with standout collections and major misses. Jack Edwards ranks works by notable figures, highlighting Lana Del Rey’s American influences, while critiquing Bella Thorne’s confusing and poorly presented volume. Overall, the video explores the varying quality and impact of these celebrity-authored poems.

Transcript

'This is a very raw collection of poetry but kind of in the same way that uncooked chicken is raw...' [bleep] Hello everyone! My name is Jack Edwards and welcome back to my Youtube channel! Today we are going to   be tier-ranking bad celebrity poetry. Listen, I've got my Harry Styles t-shirt on, I've got a fat   stack of celebrity poetry collection... Read More

Key Insights

• 🧡 Different celebrity poetry collections receive varied assessments, ranging from talented and unique to underwhelming and forced.
• 👏 Lana Del Rey's poetry is praised for its American roots and Plath-like style, but criticized for its haikus and photography.
• 🖤 Several collections, including James Franco's and Bella Thorne's, are deemed self-indulgent and lacking in quality.
• ❓ Halsey's poem collection is considered average and filled with forced rhymes.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does Lana Del Rey's poetry collection, "Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass," compare to her music?

According to Jack Edwards, Lana Del Rey's poetry collection showcases her unique voice and includes elements of Walt Whitman and Sylvia Plath in its style. However, the collection falls short with its haikus and underwhelming photography.

Q: What is the general opinion on Halsey's poetry collection, "I Would Leave Me If I Could"?

Jack Edwards describes Halsey's poetry as "violently mediocre" and overly forced in terms of rhymes. While some poems show potential, the collection as a whole fails to impress.

Q: How does Zayn Malik's poem "Morning Zoem" address the issue of toxic social media?

Zayn Malik's poem highlights the toxicity of social media, but the flawed rhyme scheme and convoluted analogy prevent it from being placed at the top spot. Despite this, his clever use of imagery is commended.

Q: How does Florence Welch's "Useless Magic" differ from other celebrity poetry collections?

According to Jack Edwards, Florence Welch's collection stands out due to its authenticity, messy themes, and vibrant atmosphere. It captures the essence of being young and chaotic, providing a unique insight into her experiences.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Jack Edwards introduces his tier-ranking system for celebrity poetry collections: "poet and they know it," "nominated but didn't win," "reads Rupi Kaur once," "the worst-dressed list," and "James Franco."

• Lana Del Rey's poetry collection, "Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass," receives praise for its American roots and Sylvia Plath-like style, but is criticized for its haikus and mediocre photography.

• James Franco's collection, "Straight James, Gay James," is deemed self-indulgent and raw, failing to impress.

• Lili Reinhart's collection, "Swimming Lessons," is criticized for its repetitive and predictable nature.

• Jennifer Aniston's single poem, while catchy, is considered overly simplistic.

• Jake Paul's poetry to Floyd Mayweather is seen as a mix of good and cringeworthy.

• Alicia Keys' "Tears for Water" is underwhelming and lacks self-awareness.

• Halsey's "I Would Leave Me If I Could" is deemed average and full of forced rhymes.

• Britney Spears' lack of published poetry is revered due to her iconic pettiness towards her mom.

• Zayn Malik's poem "Morning Zoem" about toxic social media is viewed as clever, yet flawed.

• Pamela Anderson's poem about Julian Assange lacks flavor and is considered boring.

• Taylor Swift's poems are seen as decent but do not reach the level of her lyrics.

• Bella Thorne's "The Life of a Wannabe Mogul: Volume One" is criticized for illegible text and annoying content.

• Florence Welch's "Useless Magic" is praised for its authenticity, messy themes, and vibrant atmosphere.

• Alex Turner's poem "Choice of Three" is deemed unique and beautifully written, earning the top spot in the tier-ranking.