The Radiant Child is a documentary of the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat who was famous for being a graffiti artist and painter at the age of 25, which was the height of his career. The documentary features never-before seen footage of the prolific artist painting, talking about his art, and existing in the two years prior to his death in 1988. Directed by Tamra Davis.

This is a song for the genius child.
Sing it softly, for the song is wild.
Sing it softly as ever you can -
Lest the song get out of hand.

Nobody loves a genius child.

Can you love an eagle,
Tame or wild?
Can you love an eagle,
Wild or tame?
Can you love a monster
Of frightening name?

Nobody loves a genius child.

Kill him – and let his soul run wild.

A poem by Langston Hughes in the opening credits in the clip below.