Tamika “Georgia Me” Harper – The Queen of Spoken Word
Tamika “Georgia Me” Harper is a powerhouse poet, performer, and cultural icon whose impact on spoken word and theater is undeniable. An original cast member of HBO’s Def Poetry Jam, she helped revolutionize the art form on national television. Her talent extends to the big screen, with a standout role in the #1 box office hit, Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail.
Her contributions to the arts and community have been honored with official proclamations from the cities of Atlanta, College Park, and East Point, as well as Fulton County, which declared May 4th as Tamika Georgia Me Harper Day.
A sought-after performer, Georgia Me has graced every major venue in the country, including Radio City Music Hall, Kodak Theatre, The Apollo, The Fox, and The Orpheum. She was also a special guest on a 20-city tour with 2x Grammy winner Jill Scott and has been featured on platforms like BET’s Lyric Café, TV One’s Verses & Flow, and The Monique Show.
Her poetic genius and artistry have earned her the titles of Delta Sigma Theta/Kuumba Artist of the Year, National Poetry Award Winner, and Tony, Emmy, Peabody, and Kuumba Artist of the Year Awards recipient. She was also featured alongside hip-hop legend Killer Mike on The Tonight Show.
Beyond the stage, Georgia Me is a business mogul. As the CEO of Westmoor Dr. LLC and the owner of Lady Girl Productions Talent Agency, she continues to uplift and empower artists, proving that poetry is not just an art—it’s a movement.
Tamika “Georgia Me” Harper is more than a poet—she is a force of nature, a living legend, and a voice that will echo for generations.