0:00aerial cityscape audible logo
A high-angle aerial wide shot captures a vast cityscape at sunset or sunrise. The sky is a gradient of warm orange, yellow, and soft blue, with the bright sun creating a prominent lens flare on the right side of the frame. Below, dense urban buildings with varying architectural styles stretch towards the horizon, illuminated by the golden hour light. Busy streets with faint traffic are visible, hinting at urban life. In the center of the radiant sky, a glowing, golden-yellow Audible logo appears. It initially manifests as the stylized 'wave' icon, then the word 'audible' fades in beside it in crisp white, sans-serif text. The overall color palette is warm and inviting, emphasizing potential and the dawn of new ideas.
0:02building exterior kids text
A close-up, slightly Dutch-angled shot focuses on the detailed facade of an old brick building. The brickwork is a rich reddish-brown, adorned with intricate architectural details and dark, metallic trim. A section of a window frame or a decorative metallic element is visible on the right side of the frame. Prominently overlaid in large, bold, white, sans-serif letters, is the word 'KIDS'. Below this, a small white subtitle reads 'Kids have dreams.', and the Audible logo is discreetly placed in the bottom right corner. The lighting is natural daylight, somewhat overcast, which contributes to a subdued, contemplative mood, highlighting the texture of the brick.
0:03kids walking dreams text
A low-angle shot focuses specifically on the feet and lower legs of several children walking across a light gray concrete or paved surface. Their legs are obscured from the knees up, with only their diverse shoes and the lower parts of their dark trousers visible. The children's long, distinct shadows stretch towards the bottom of the frame, indicating a low sun angle and adding depth to the scene. The ground features clear grid lines. Overlayed prominently in large, bold, white, sans-serif letters is the word 'KIDS' at the top and 'DREAMS' at the bottom, with a whimsical, handwritten 'have' positioned between them. The initial subtitle 'Kids have dreams.' transitions to 'Their dreams are like' followed by 'everyone else's dreams.'. The Audible logo is present in the bottom right. The overall feeling conveyed is one of purposeful movement, potential, and childhood innocence.
0:05ras baraka speaking medium shot
A medium shot captures Ras Baraka standing within an ornate, high-ceilinged room. He is positioned slightly to the left of the frame, looking towards the right as he speaks with engaged and expressive hand gestures. The background features a large, multi-paned window on the right, through which soft, warm light streams, creating a subtle lens flare and highlighting one side of his face and body. The walls are a neutral, warm beige or light brown, suggesting an aged, dignified interior space. Below the man, his signature 'Ras Baraka.' is visible in elegant white cursive, followed by the Audible logo. The warm, directional lighting emphasizes the speaker, giving him a distinguished and commanding presence.
0:07split screen ras baby superman
This scene employs a split-screen composition. The right side of the screen features a small, square video frame showcasing Ras Baraka. He is captured in a medium-close up, looking slightly upwards and to the right, displaying a thoughtful and contemplative expression. The background within his frame is warm, blurry, and suggests an interior setting. The left side of the screen is a clean white. Overlaid directly on the small video frame, the words 'First when you're a baby,' appear in elegant white script. On the white left side, the aspiration 'you want to be Superman.' is handwritten in black, fading in smoothly. The Audible logo is visible below the video frame, maintaining brand presence. The man's facial expression conveys a sense of reflection and earnestness.
0:09split screen ras profile dream travel
A dynamic split-screen composition dominates the scene. The right side prominently features a medium close-up profile shot of Ras Baraka's face, turned towards the left side of the frame. His features are dramatically illuminated by a warm, golden light source from behind, which creates a strong rim light and a partial silhouette, adding depth and intensity. His expression is serious and highly focused. The background behind him is softly blurred, showing only warm golden hues. The left side of the screen is predominantly white. Large, bold, black sans-serif text reads 'THEN' at the bottom left. Above it, smaller, typewriter-style text is vertically aligned, reading 'Then you dream you'. Below the large 'THEN', a white handwritten script reads 'you dream'. As the scene progresses, the text 'you want to have a big house and travel,' appears in white sans-serif below the handwritten script. The Audible logo is visible in the bottom right, subtle yet present.
0:13split screen ras care family money
This split-screen scene features a square video window of Ras Baraka on the right side, while the left side displays an aerial view of a cityscape. Initially, Ras Baraka is seen from behind, looking into a warmly lit room, then he executes a smooth, slow turn to face the camera, eventually settling into a medium-front shot. He is actively gesturing with his hands as he speaks, conveying passion. The left side of the screen provides a contrasting view of a bustling cityscape, seen from a high vantage point, with numerous buildings and a busy highway. Overlaid on the video of Ras Baraka, white sans-serif text phrases appear sequentially: 'take care of yourself' followed by 'and your family and have money.' and finally 'you don't want to be poor.' The Audible logo remains constant in the bottom right corner. The interior lighting is warm and theatrical, creating defined shadows and highlights that accentuate his movements.
0:18split screen ras imagine different
A split-screen composition is presented, with the right side showcasing a close-up of Ras Baraka's face. He looks directly at the camera with an intense and thoughtful expression, his skin well-lit with warm tones. The background behind him is a softly blurred warm interior. The left side of the screen is entirely white. Overlaid directly on the video of Ras Baraka, in elegant white script, are the words 'We have to imagine' which then segue into 'something different.' appearing below it. The Audible logo is positioned in the bottom right corner. The primary focus is on his earnest facial expression, which conveys sincerity and deep conviction as he delivers his message.
0:20split screen ras radical imagination
This split-screen scene features an extreme close-up of Ras Baraka's face on the right side, partially obscured by dramatic shadow on the left, with his right eye prominently lit and looking slightly off-camera. The lighting creates an intense and dramatic effect. The background is dark and indistinct. The left side of the screen is white. Overlaid in white script, the word 'Radical' appears, followed by 'Imagination' in the same script. Below this, the phrase 'To have a radical imagination.' is displayed in white sans-serif text. The Audible logo is in the bottom right. The scene feels highly intense and introspective, drawing the viewer into his powerful thoughts.
0:22split screen ras different place
A split-screen composition defines this scene. The left side of the screen presents Ras Baraka in a medium-front shot, standing still and looking directly at the camera with a firm, determined expression. He is situated in the same ornate room with warm, ambient lighting as seen previously. The right side of the screen offers a contrasting vertical close-up of a tall, modern-looking building exterior, featuring an old-fashioned street lamp attached to its side, all set against an overcast sky. The building is predominantly gray and brown. Overlaid in white sans-serif text, the words 'To think about a place' appear on Ras Baraka's side, then 'that's DIFFERENT than the one' and 'you've been forced to be in.' appear on the building side, with 'DIFFERENT' highlighted in large, bold, white font. The Audible logo is visible in the bottom right. The juxtaposition emphasizes a message of change and alternative perspectives.
0:26ras baraka close up direct gaze
A close-up shot focuses intently on Ras Baraka's face. He looks directly at the camera with a confident, slightly challenging gaze, and a subtle, knowing smile begins to form at the corners of his mouth. The lighting is warm and emanates from the right side of the frame, creating appealing highlights on his cheekbone and forehead, adding depth to his features. The background is softly blurred, showing warm brown and amber tones from the interior space. The Audible logo is visible in the bottom right corner. His expression is powerful, engaging, and leaves a lasting impression.
0:27grand hall audible original title
A grand, wide shot reveals a large, opulent hall characterized by its high ceilings and intricate architectural details. The ceiling is a dark green with elegant gold accents, featuring a massive, ornate chandelier as its central focal point. Tall, arched windows line the far wall, allowing soft, natural light to stream in, creating dramatic shafts of light and distinct shadows within the spacious hall. A lone figure, likely Ras Baraka, stands silhouetted against one of these radiant windows, looking outwards. Long, polished wooden tables or benches stretch across the foreground, adding to the room's formal grandeur. Overlaid in the top left is 'audible ORIGINAL' in white text. In the center, large, bold, white sans-serif text reads 'THE BOOK OF BARAKA'. Below it, 'LISTEN NOW' is displayed in smaller white text. After a few seconds, 'THE BOOK OF BARAKA' and 'LISTEN NOW' gracefully fade out, replaced by the familiar white 'audible' text and its golden wave logo in the center. The scene evokes a mood that is grand, historical, and inspiring.
