The Power of “No”: JustTona the Poet Brings Boundaries to the Mic at Muddy Gems

JusTona The Poet

At Out The Mud Entertainment’s debut event, Muddy Gems, audiences expected raw talent, and they got that and more. Among the standout performers was JustTona the Poet, whose spoken word piece about boundaries, peace, and the liberation found in the word “no” struck a powerful chord.

Her performance wasn’t just poetry; it was an emotional awakening. With a voice full of intention and presence, JustTona transformed the stage into a sanctuary of truth. She spoke about the freedom that comes when you stop saying “yes” to everything and start choosing yourself. Her delivery blended lyrical precision with cultural nuance, and her tonality carried every word straight to the soul.

“Omg, the freedom that I felt when I got confident… in the word no,” JustTona reflected. “See, they were only mad at me because I could no longer allow them to hinder my growth.” That truth set the tone for the room, as her vulnerability became a mirror for many listening.

What stood out most was how open poetry became a living art, a form of writing expressed out loud with passion, rhythm, and raw honesty. She didn’t just recite lines, she released weight. You could feel the crowd absorb her message: that peace is worth protecting, and saying “no” is often the most powerful yes you can give to yourself.

Muddy Gems was filled with memorable moments, but JustTona’s piece reminded everyone that poetry isn’t just performance, it’s permission. Permission to grow. Permission to protect your peace. Permission to speak, unapologetically.

To see more of JustTona’s powerful work, follow her on Instagram @justtona_thepoet, Facebook at JustTona the Poet, and TikTok @JustTonaThePoet.

It all began beneath the surface, where pressure builds, roots take hold, and brilliance rises from the dirt. Muddy Gems wasn’t just an event; it was a declaration. A space where creators turned pain into power and truth into performance.

Dive deeper into the energy, vision, and voices shaping the culture. Discover more about Muddy Gems and Out The Mud Entertainment at deeliciousartzpublishinghouse.com, All O.T.M., where the art stays muddy, and the message stays real.