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Logic Amen | |
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| Born | Logic Seven Allah Amen 1975 (age 50–51) Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Washington |
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Logic Seven Allah Amen (born 1975), better known asLogic Amen, is a community activist and organizer fromSeattle, Washington, as well as an educator, actor, andhip-hop songwriter. He is the creator and organizer of the Griot Party Experience event series and is known for his performance acting in the filmFantasy A Gets a Mattress.
Logic Amen was born and raised inCincinnati, Ohio, where he was immersed in a rich musical environment from a young age. Influenced by artists such asThe Sugar Hill Gang andThe O'Jays, he demonstrated interest in music early on.[1]Growing up as the eldest child in a family with a law enforcement background, Amen's upbringing was shaped by a blend of artistic expression and familial influence. Amen's family moved toSeattle when he was 12 years old.[1]
Despite facing early challenges within the education system, including being misdiagnosed in special education programs, Amen pursued academic studies at theUniversity of Washington, where he earned aBachelor's degree inEnglish literature. He furthered his studies with aMaster's degree in teaching.[1]
Logic Amen gained recognition in Seattle through the Griot Party Experience, an event series he launched.[2] It provides a platform for storytelling and dialogue, fostering healing and empowerment for Black Americans.[3] The event attracts diverse audiences, creating a space for marginalized voices and contributing to Amen's recognition as a cultural leader in Seattle's arts and activism scene.[4][5][6]
Logic Amen's career spans music, education, and community advocacy.[7][8] He's explored rap, beatmaking, and storytelling as a multifaceted artist.[1] In addition to his artistic pursuits, Amen serves as a high school assistant principal in Tacoma, Washington.[9][10][11][12] He actively supports marginalized communities and addresses systemic inequalities to promote equity and empowerment in education.[13][14]
In 2017 Amen starred in the short filmFantasy A Gets Jacked. In 2023 Amen starred in the feature filmFantasy A Gets a Mattress, a film based on sections of fellow Seattle rapperFantasy A's memoir.[15] The film gained a cult following and won Best Narrative Feature at the Seattle Black Film Festival and theNorthwest Film Forum's Local Sightings Film Festival and Best PNW Feature Film at theTacoma Film Festival.[16]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
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| 2017 | Fantasy A Gets Jacked | Ramon | Short | |
| 2023 | Fantasy A Gets a Mattress | Ramon | [17] |