PPP Poetry Lounge

The Barbershop has always been more than a place for a haircut. It's a sanctuary, a space built for peace, laughter, and connection.

In this Poetry Lounge debut, CandyJae reflects on the unspoken rule of keeping politics out of certain spaces, not out of ignorance, rather out of respect for energy and community. This spoken-word piece explores why some rooms were created to restore us, not divide us.

This episode invites listeners to consider the wisdom there is when speaking on politics in shared spaces. and how informative it could be for people that don't understand politics.

Barbershop Talk on corporations vs independent.

This track is a salute to the ones who move different — the ones who build, hustle, create, and rise without waiting for permission. “The Independent Grind” is a tribute to the elite mindset it takes to carry your own vision, fund your own dreams, and stand on your own standards in a world built on shortcuts and handouts.

CandyJae breaks down the pressure, the discipline, and the emotional toll behind being self-driven. This track highlights the sacrifices, the lonely moments, the silent wins, and the unwavering belief required to walk the independent path. This grind isn’t for the weak or the wavering — it’s for those who understand that leadership, creativity, and consistency demand a different level of soul.

This conversation fuels the listener with encouragement, clarity, and truth: independence is expensive, selective, and powerful. Not everyone can carry it. Not everyone is built for it. And that’s exactly what makes it elite.

Pressure makes diamonds — and the independent grind reveals them.

This track exposes the pressure points of dating in Atlanta — a city where ambition is high, options are wide, chemistry is quick, and consistency is rare. CandyJae breaks down the blueprint every woman needs to navigate these streets with clarity, confidence, and emotional safety.

“Pressure Points: Atlanta Dating” uncovers the unwritten rules of the city, CandyJae speaks on the fast-paced culture, the soft-life expectations, and the pressure to settle simply because everyone looks like a highlight reel.

This track teaches listeners how to protect their crown by recognizing red flags early, understanding the difference between real pressure and fabricated performance, and staying grounded in what they deserve. Atlanta is a city of opportunity — in love and in lessons — and this track hands you the blueprint to move with discernment, confidence, and grace.

Pressure reveals everything. Atlanta just accelerates it.