In an art form that offers conflicting messages of spirit, cultural pride, or excess, rapper Sho Baraka uses his platform to address injustice in his community, embracing an activism that flows from timeless streams of biblical thought. His music combines faith and social consciousness, highlighting the needs of today’s urban community. Sho joined DIFW’s Jeff Haanen and local slam poet Ayinde Russel for a discussion exploring how faith shapes an artist’s craft and call to engage his community.