It's not possible, unless you take an AP class for every single class in your high school career and get an A. Even if you take one non-AP class and still get an A, it drops you from a 5.0 Schools can adjust how they scale grades to grade points, so based off his phone, they don't include +/- in the GPA calculation. He had a couple A- which, at most schools, would only come out to a 4.7 weighted. Also, that was just one semester of classes shown. Not trying to belittle his accomplishments as that's still extremely impressive. The video is just equally misleading.
Joeson Savage yes, the bar is raised way to high for these kids, feeling like you’re not good enough in the eyes of ur parents can lead to depression (worst case scenario)
Random person exposure of young black men portrayed in the media in this regard is (unfortunately) disproportionately less common as negative stories (violence, criminal behavior, etc.) so it’s refreshing to see a positive difference from the status quo.
He doesn’t have to prove himself to anyone. If they don’t believe him he is not obligated to show proof of his grades or test scores. They need to mind their own damn business.
durian dai I agree with what you're saying, my point is that there are different ways of acquiring knowledge other than college, and it isn't a necessary path in the process of growing up.
I respect him for his hardwork, but he isn't a "street kid" just because he has chains, dreads, is from oakland, and almost got shot. I don't now why they're trying to make it seem like he's hood just say he's a young black male.
They were quoting him with regard to the street dude comment. Those were his words. There's lots of young men from the streets exactly like him..I'm sure he has a better grasp on his self awareness than you.
He graduated from Yale University with his Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Columbia University with his Masters Degree in Journalism. (Back to Back Ivy League degrees)
I pray that no one's jealousy affects him in a negative way. There are plenty of people in every hood who would shoot someone down because of this... That being said, keep excelling brother!
Wow, is that really that bad right now ? That must really be shocking if this is really what our people do to themselves, I'm still hoping that black people will turn a new leaf someday soon, cos all of these negativities are pulling down the community.
Most commonly they wouldn't touch him cause they would know he has a future and gangs would leave off that house. I grew up with a sorta story like this with my brother. We grew up in the hood but they knew that my family was exceptional in school as my sister went to USC.
Bro its America. Its not about jealously but racism. A whole bunch of white folks born from racism and the children of today are taught the same shit. You dont make the racist go away and they will smile in your face
People insulting that lady about how she said, “I’m now a believer.” Like u saying that u r automatically believe someone if they say that they have a 5.0 GPA and got a 2100 on the SAT (about 1400 now)?
Yes? I got a 1570 on the SAT, and my sister has a 4.5 or whatever. (My GPA was mediocre, a 3.6, and her SAT was mediocre, rip both of us) But seriously, who did you think ended up going to Ivies anyway?
Yah know it doesn’t matter. School is stupid everything ties back to the school staying open and making money, then colleges teach you what you actually need to know and a bunch of other stuff that is pointless. This allows them to keep the price up and make a ton of money. Everything school related goes back to money. Conclusion don’t go to the party do your work but know that your pleasing people even though it is truly a waste of your time.
ivan Godinez he literally just asked a question he’s not trolling u clearly don’t even know what that means take a chill pill cause u kinda need it rn simple rule do not allow yourself to be bogged down by the negative thinking of others 🤦🏽♀️
@Paul Lee Why does that even matter? He went to a garbage high school with extremely low standards and got a red carpet rolled out because of his skin color. Not really much of an accomplishment if we were to actually think about it...
It’s not that I wouldn’t believe him due to his appearance, I’m just baffled that anyone could even get a 5.0, I thought it to only be theoretically possible.
Liam Cohen no guy.. some schools have a 5.0 scale. I would know because I went to a high school with one. So I would love for you to come back with some more bullshit you don’t even know.
Yes you are right he is a great example that everything is possible no matter the color of the skin no matter where you come from no matter what ever because We are Human
@@lana-zk2eq I mean the way he tries to paint his brother as a victim who has never done know wrong in his life. For example, the part where he said his brother was just looking for some honest work but got caught up in an undercover sting and was arrested. I just feel like hes denying that his brother is living that life.
I like how humble he is about his grades, gpa, and what schools want him. He shows how if you to better yourself, you have to put in the work and things will go your way.
Hope this dude gets the chance to have a long life to inspire and change the world with his intellect. Major props to the homie 💪💪 so good for humanity my man
thetayster Honestly, has anyone noticed how these 'got into all 8' kids are all black? Somewhere out there, there was a white or Asian boy who was way more qualified but didn't get the spot because the Uni wanted diversity and chose the black kid instead. Sure, he deserves his spot. But there were people who deserved it more and didn't get it because he was black-- aka affirmative action.
This is the kind of story that I love. Congrats young man. You are a bright star. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished and everything you will accomplish. Blessings to you always.❤🙏😇
scuffed bach He got a full ride at Yale, the best law school in the world. He had the world in the palm of his hands and got a sociology degree!!! What the hell man!!
DKAYS KORNER hey. you think he is muslim cuz of his name right? for your info, from his full name i could tell he has a western nigerian origin, and people from the west part of nigeria and also the northern part of nigeria are predominantly muslims that makes muslim name so common that even none muslims give there kids muslim names.
DKAYS KORNER i get it now. and i like your approach. some people would wanna argue with me. when am from Nigeria . i have cousins with the name mohamed and they are born again christians. never had a single muslim in the entire family history. that's how common and popular muslim names are in Nigeria. we view those names more like traditional names than religious names.
Race don't mean a damn thing to me.. So take that simplistic shit else where. A"person" can't just be an "person" without getting labeled by some systematic thinking.
@@thebroster4677 So you are trying to tell me when you said your quote you were not referring to how black Americans tend to become a product of the environment they are in? Yeaaah no. Nothing in the video hinted hes from a bad environment. You assumed so, and I corrected you
@@malikelshabazz3192 "nothing from the video hinted he's from a bad environment" Did you not watch the full video? It was stated twice that he had witnessed and survived shootings and that his brother was shot at a party...
This guy was also a gifted Baseball player, played 3 instruments, grew up around gang violence as well as being academically gifted! There’s a difference there! Try telling Asian parents to produce academically gifted kids growing up with the same circumstances. Highly unlikely!
Criticall77 no Asian parents had there kids come over seas over a raft and some work at restaurant at night and manage a 4.0 gpa with little time to study and work. There is a difference in background but we all suffer from different things
I mean you could. Assuming you’re a teen as well in this situation and your mother is with us. You could make her or other loved ones proud in different ways as well.
I could see this young man becoming a leading physician in the world. I see him going on to make a difference. He will not only be there for those who have top insurance but also those who have no insurance. You can be an incredible difference maker. Congratulations!
@VMohdude - The black kid didn’t accomplish anything. Anyone could’ve gone to that trash high school and get a 5.0 GPA if they put in even a little effort. Plus, affirmative action policies practically guarantees his spot just for being black. What’s there to celebrate? Hmm?
Hearing how he missed out on getting shot made me think that studying at home would be a great way to deal with many if the issues found in those areas. Imagine the slogan: "do your homework, stay alive"
There’s a lot a good people in these “areas” but unfortunately for them they have to get clumped up in a minority. People eventually have to leave their home to go to work,school and etc. even being in their own homes is not safe. A little girl in dc got shot going to the ice cream truck, a little boy caught a stray in his own home, a little girl caught a stray in the car going home. That is not that issue whatsoever. The problem is the lack of funding in the educational systems in these neighborhoods, politics, media, resources and opportunities. Watch the “The wire” it explains the problems in the inner cities so eloquently and real.
The fact that he is able to score that high is amazing, I just hope he doesn't let negative influences into his life and doesn't stay in Oakland, and he's going to be set for a very successful life
I love this. I rose from rough areas as well. Undergrad was hard for me, but after I enrolled in a Master’s program and now I’m in law school. The future is whatever you want it to be. Stay true to yourself and respect where you’ve come from.
jinnypoo just hope you realize a few numbers on an examination means almost nothing. You and all the other whites and Asians who aren’t living the life he is in an impoverished place like Oakland, CA will never experience the terrors he has endured at his age, in your entire lifetime. Grow up and respect his achievement! With a horrid environment like Oakland it is only so easy to study peacefully and get a 2100 along with his 5.0GPA
This stuff is inspiring. I love stories like this. Young black men and women, look to this man, these types of people for inspiration. This is a wonderful story of self-reliance, superior judgement and perseverance. My heart feels full right now.
Great parenting , this guy is a beast!!! The strongest person in a room possibly a country. Young man, minority with a brain that will trump all those that challenge him. This ain’t the last we see of him. Good job
Austin Buell I see more comments referencing that there are more comments saying “here come the racist comments” than actual racist comments than actual racist comments.
It's not race, it's the fact that he did it from a ghetto area. He might not have lived directly in the ghetto, but he was close enough and went to school w/ enough people from it that it played a big influence. When you're young and you constantly hangout with your friends everyday, it's hard to say no when you grow up and they're no longer doing the same stuff. Instead they're talking about getting 40's or hitting up a party where you have no idea who's carrying, it's dangerous. If you were white, black, yellow, red, brown, if you make it out of the ghetto w/ grades like this, that's a feat.
@@ZSmith-yy4lv exactly, he could have done that elsewhere. At least the name recognition on his degrees will help him pay off his debt and have less competition for an entry position but after a few years if he's not good in the industry then it was all for nothing.
Exactly what I said, not to belittle his efforts because he earned it but the main thing to take away from this is that behind great kids there are usually great parents. They mentioned how he knows how to play 3 instruments and that just reminded me of how good parents love making sure their kids are learning something new and keeping them occupied so that their minds stay active and productive.
He wasn’t a product of Oakland high school, he was a product of his work ethic (Original Comment)
He’s also the product of a very high iq...
Micah work ethic involves sacrificing your time...
He's the product of good parenting.
Micah you’re iq is a test on how you’re brain works, school work doesn’t help with the tests you’re given in iq testing
I like how a Stranger is going to tell him why he was successful 😆
“The acceptance list is too long to include in this broadcast” that lady is an amazing hype man
G Money Beats lol for real
Lovely huh? 😍
G Money Beats 😂
The dopest 🤣🤭
Which three instruments? Too long to name.
I didn’t know a 5.0 was possible. That’s like being 7ft tall.
4 ap classes with all A's
It's not possible, unless you take an AP class for every single class in your high school career and get an A. Even if you take one non-AP class and still get an A, it drops you from a 5.0
Schools can adjust how they scale grades to grade points, so based off his phone, they don't include +/- in the GPA calculation. He had a couple A- which, at most schools, would only come out to a 4.7 weighted. Also, that was just one semester of classes shown.
Not trying to belittle his accomplishments as that's still extremely impressive. The video is just equally misleading.
Abe Froman; Sausage King of Chicago someone in my school has a 5.0 and plays three sports
Abe Froman; Sausage King of Chicago
You can in an IB program
Straight shows his grades... 3 As and two Aminuses that's not a 5.0
How all parents expect you to do in school:
I mean, is tht a bad thang??
Joeson Savage yes, the bar is raised way to high for these kids, feeling like you’re not good enough in the eyes of ur parents can lead to depression (worst case scenario)
@@malikdammada7559 damn you right
@Malik wepratenniet well said, best thing to tell a child is to try their best and not to set goals too high for them
Joeson Savage no but not all of us can do it
He can call himself 3Chainz-with-Brainz.
Lol... that was funny.
I chuckled. Lol
I smiled haha
+Yanislav P (Ruthless Vegan) I know this is old but two chainz actually went to college. He had a fairly decent GPA.
+Dottys Corner Yeah I know, he's a good father too.
Thank you media for showing this. We need more great examples in the media for young black men
I almost accidentally disliked this
@@emotinaloats8010 I didn't
What does him being black have to do with anything?you couldn’t just say “young man”?
Well its hard to show more because most are the complete opposite
Random person exposure of young black men portrayed in the media in this regard is (unfortunately) disproportionately less common as negative stories (violence, criminal behavior, etc.) so it’s refreshing to see a positive difference from the status quo.
He doesn’t have to prove himself to anyone. If they don’t believe him he is not obligated to show proof of his grades or test scores. They need to mind their own damn business.
Everytime a black child makes a perfect score they want them to prove it. It recently happened in GA also.
He showing it to the cops in case they say “ you fit the description “....🙄
True
Pl well said.
I totally agree.
I didn’t even know it was possible to score higher than a 1600 on the SAT
Albert Piotrowski it was possible a few years back so, learn ur facts bucko
@@jxydxn2249 But how?
Tyrone Incorporated scores were scaled differently back then
@@DaDoc max score at the time was 2400
system used to be out of 2400 back then with 3 subjects
I honestly would believe that he's smart regardless of his appearance merely because of the way he talks. He talks with confidence and intelligence.
True..
Walks like a thug
Faiyaz Alam what about it
Victor Valerio I just noticed the comment was 5 years ago...
Helen H same
All the white people: “Now that is a true GANGSTER”
Frankiewild 99 💀💀💀
dead
Lmao stg😭😭
I'm black and I kinda feel the same way. Most of us blacks assume that being smart and stuff like that is for white people
DEAD ASF
Forget college. This dude is probably smart enough to do literally anything he wants with or without college.
Everyone can be successful without a college degree but you need to know how things work
It doesn’t work that way chief
durian dai uhhh, you don't need college to be successful. There are many examples of entrepreneurs that didn't go to college.
Ry B smh it doesn’t work that way chief as in being gifted academically doesn’t mean you’re a natural at everything
durian dai I agree with what you're saying, my point is that there are different ways of acquiring knowledge other than college, and it isn't a necessary path in the process of growing up.
African parents be like, “it should be a 6.0!” *sucks teeth* lmao
I swear. 🤣 🤣 🤣. I had 90% in an exam once, after congratulating me, my dad went like "did anyone get a 100%"?🤣 🤣
Lol! 🇳🇬 parents all the way!
Yo African parents don’t play.
😂😂😂😂
For real😂😂
I respect him for his hardwork, but he isn't a "street kid" just because he has chains, dreads, is from oakland, and almost got shot. I don't now why they're trying to make it seem like he's hood just say he's a young black male.
They were quoting him with regard to the street dude comment. Those were his words. There's lots of young men from the streets exactly like him..I'm sure he has a better grasp on his self awareness than you.
@@zorahaviland8057 broo.... he aint saying he sum gangsta... Street as in street smart
Lynton K his brother got shot
Lynton K Oakland is one of the most ghetto cities in the US. The amount of homicides and drug cartel in the city makes it, in fact, a ghetto city
IKR. His mom is a principal.
We need a ‘where are they now’ update on this lad
Aaron Ramen He’s a Yale graduate now. he has a sociology degree.
He graduated from Yale University with his Bachelors Degree in Sociology and Columbia University with his Masters Degree in Journalism. (Back to Back Ivy League degrees)
@@rayb5069 dayum
Job in sociology?
John Smith nobody gives a fuck
1:35 they just glazed over that i-
lmao
The news reporters: did they do good on the SAT and their GPA?
Him: they didn't get to take it
News: Ok son that's all we need to know
RIGHT? WTF
He deserves every blessing GOD put in his path. He works hard and pays off.
God bless this young man!..... Go out in the world and grab every opportunity young brother! ...your mom did an outstanding job.
☝️
I pray that no one's jealousy affects him in a negative way. There are plenty of people in every hood who would shoot someone down because of this... That being said, keep excelling brother!
Wow, is that really that bad right now ? That must really be shocking if this is really what our people do to themselves, I'm still hoping that black people will turn a new leaf someday soon, cos all of these negativities are pulling down the community.
Davidson Daini
That's just ignorant. Blacks are making strides everyday but the media would rather push negative stories and images.
Most commonly they wouldn't touch him cause they would know he has a future and gangs would leave off that house. I grew up with a sorta story like this with my brother. We grew up in the hood but they knew that my family was exceptional in school as my sister went to USC.
Bro its America. Its not about jealously but racism. A whole bunch of white folks born from racism and the children of today are taught the same shit. You dont make the racist go away and they will smile in your face
^^^^^^
That part💯
People insulting that lady about how she said, “I’m now a believer.” Like u saying that u r automatically believe someone if they say that they have a 5.0 GPA and got a 2100 on the SAT (about 1400 now)?
Tunak Tunak Tun
I mean, since when is trusting children a bad thing?
Tunak Tunak Tun fr they sound like clowns anyone can say they have these stats you need proof to believe something like this 💀
What’s unprecedented is not his scores, but his scores compared to those of others from the same background.
Brandon that’s why
Yes? I got a 1570 on the SAT, and my sister has a 4.5 or whatever.
(My GPA was mediocre, a 3.6, and her SAT was mediocre, rip both of us)
But seriously, who did you think ended up going to Ivies anyway?
6 years later. I wonder if he’s finishing up his phd right about now. If he went for one
Graduated from yale sociology degree
I found his LinkedIn. He got his masters in journalism from Columbia
Lmfao, what a waste of potential.
@@olta7 STEM.
@@olta7 Okay, it's what I did.
“He skipped going to a party to write an essay”
I DO THAT?! WhY dOnT i HaVe A 5.0 GPA?
Lucy Lin it’s not skipping if you weren’t invited
Bat Mane damn harsh
Just cuz u skip to do an essay doesn’t mean u got a good grade on it...🤦🏽♂️😷
Should’ve went to the party man
Yah know it doesn’t matter. School is stupid everything ties back to the school staying open and making money, then colleges teach you what you actually need to know and a bunch of other stuff that is pointless. This allows them to keep the price up and make a ton of money. Everything school related goes back to money. Conclusion don’t go to the party do your work but know that your pleasing people even though it is truly a waste of your time.
Nobody gonna talk about how he looks like he’s 30 years old
ivan Godinez Calm down man
ivan Godinez he literally just asked a question he’s not trolling u clearly don’t even know what that means take a chill pill cause u kinda need it rn simple rule do not allow yourself to be bogged down by the negative thinking of others 🤦🏽♀️
@Paul Lee
Why does that even matter? He went to a garbage high school with extremely low standards and got a red carpet rolled out because of his skin color. Not really much of an accomplishment if we were to actually think about it...
No because that wasn’t the point of this video
Samuel Ember lol ikr
It’s not that I wouldn’t believe him due to his appearance, I’m just baffled that anyone could even get a 5.0, I thought it to only be theoretically possible.
Atmos Andolshek it is impossible if you’re on a 4.0 scale but it’s just straight As if you’re on a 5.0 scale.
AJ Clips a 5.0 is 4.0 + a ton of extra curricular
no i’m pretty sure he’s in 8 ap classes which are all weighted 0.125
kayemen415 I have kids at my school with 6.0’s
Liam Cohen no guy.. some schools have a 5.0 scale. I would know because I went to a high school with one. So I would love for you to come back with some more bullshit you don’t even know.
WE PROUD OF YOU BABY BOY, “LIFE HAS NO LIMITS”.
Yes you are right he is a great example that everything is possible no matter the color of the skin no matter where you come from no matter what ever because We are Human
“...and my brother got shot...” not even phased by it
Never even told us if he died or not? Tf
@@Laocoon283 www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2019/09/i-went-yale-my-brother-went-prison/597730/
@@lana-zk2eqthx bro. Article sounds like a bunch of bs tho tbh lol.
@@Laocoon283 lol oof uh wym by that?
@@lana-zk2eq I mean the way he tries to paint his brother as a victim who has never done know wrong in his life. For example, the part where he said his brother was just looking for some honest work but got caught up in an undercover sting and was arrested. I just feel like hes denying that his brother is living that life.
This is real black excellence. Avoiding the gangster life he could’ve lived in Oakland to further his education and move onto better things
I wish there could be more of this...
King The fuck is “black excellence”? You mean it’s just excellence?
@@ericbattista9341 yeah yall tryna be not racist makes you sound stupid
Eric Battista We call black excellence to try and lift ourselves. No big deal no offense
Vato Gamer Almost as stupid as the words black excellence huh? Lmao
Here's why we shouldn't judge someone based on appearance...
Nobody did but ok
OGX CLAN no, most people would if you didn’t know the details buddy
Official RobloxKid they probably wouldn’t cuz this ain’t the 90’s anyone but sure
OGX CLAN yea you have no idea what you are saying. There are many many many people who think like that to this day. Racial stereotypes are not gone.
Hr has a sociology degree tron Yale. Lol
I like how humble he is about his grades, gpa, and what schools want him. He shows how if you to better yourself, you have to put in the work and things will go your way.
Protect this man at all cost 🙏🏽
Hope this dude gets the chance to have a long life to inspire and change the world with his intellect. Major props to the homie 💪💪 so good for humanity my man
Why you gotta call him homie just cause hes black? Would you call him homie if he was white?
Guy's Workout Channel bro chill
Guy's Workout Channel you dumbass you can call anyone homie you probably white anyway
I call anyone that is my friend homie nobody says that to only black people.
TRAP MUSIC NOW thanks for not promoting your channel if you did I don’t know what I would have done
Now we wait for the racist trolls to make up some excuse for his success. Lol
right! they cant accept that maybe he is smart and talented and deserves to get into Ivy League
TheBellaLuna94 They already have. They just can't enjoy a good youtube video.
Yup, work hard and you can succeed regardless of race. Imagine that?
thetayster ikr lmao
thetayster Honestly, has anyone noticed how these 'got into all 8' kids are all black? Somewhere out there, there was a white or Asian boy who was way more qualified but didn't get the spot because the Uni wanted diversity and chose the black kid instead. Sure, he deserves his spot. But there were people who deserved it more and didn't get it because he was black-- aka affirmative action.
I am in tears I am so very proud of this young man. My hat is off to his parents. Alhamdulillah I love it.
This is the kind of story that I love. Congrats young man. You are a bright star. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished and everything you will accomplish. Blessings to you always.❤🙏😇
1:16 this kid knows whose paper to look at to catch up. 😂
Lmaoooo
tikapaprika q
Like 2 of em lmao
I was looking for a comment like this one, until I came across yours.
I was thinking the same thing. They both took a peek, and he caught the second guy.😂😂😂
Now he's a Yale Grad! congrats!
JoeCnNd yeah. Sociology. Worthless degree.
Tyrone Watermelon l m a o
Tyrone Watermelon ? sociology leads into management jobs, big money and huge impact on lots of things, are you stupid?
scuffed bach He got a full ride at Yale, the best law school in the world. He had the world in the palm of his hands and got a sociology degree!!! What the hell man!!
Tyrone Watermelon Lmao you’re not wrong. He should have done Law or STEM.
Wow what an awesome story! He seems so grounded and his Mom seems so proud. I wish him the best. He’ll make an impact for sure.
Mashallah 💗 may allah guide and protect him, and keep enemies away from his path
DKAYS KORNER hey. you think he is muslim cuz of his name right? for your info, from his full name i could tell he has a western nigerian origin, and people from the west part of nigeria and also the northern part of nigeria are predominantly muslims that makes muslim name so common that even none muslims give there kids muslim names.
Ezenwa Perfect Okolie dude I just wanted to give him a blessing in gods name LMAO
DKAYS KORNER i get it now. and i like your approach. some people would wanna argue with me. when am from Nigeria . i have cousins with the name mohamed and they are born again christians. never had a single muslim in the entire family history. that's how common and popular muslim names are in Nigeria. we view those names more like traditional names than religious names.
He and his family follow Rastafari religion
Release date- 2014
Now (2020)
TH-cam: Yeah i think I’ll just show this to ya now.
MaccOnTH-cam no cap
asd dude I’m not doing it for free likes I’m doing it because it’s a true proven fact.
6 years is a long time he could already be done with all of his core classes and halfway through getting a medical degree
Hahahhahahhahahahahahahhahaha
IKR
"I don't want to be product of my environment. I want the environment to be a product of me"
Nice try but he is Nigerian, not a black American
Race don't mean a damn thing to me.. So take that simplistic shit else where.
A"person" can't just be an "person" without getting labeled by some systematic thinking.
@@thebroster4677 So you are trying to tell me when you said your quote you were not referring to how black Americans tend to become a product of the environment they are in? Yeaaah no. Nothing in the video hinted hes from a bad environment. You assumed so, and I corrected you
@@malikelshabazz3192 "nothing from the video hinted he's from a bad environment" Did you not watch the full video? It was stated twice that he had witnessed and survived shootings and that his brother was shot at a party...
@@user-sx1kz6mn6f but I said he is not from a bad environment aka the Nigerian household. The environment around him may be bad but not his upbringing
Asian parents be like “That it?”
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98% Innocent lool
What do you mean?
This guy was also a gifted Baseball player, played 3 instruments, grew up around gang violence as well as being academically gifted! There’s a difference there! Try telling Asian parents to produce academically gifted kids growing up with the same circumstances. Highly unlikely!
Criticall77 no Asian parents had there kids come over seas over a raft and some work at restaurant at night and manage a 4.0 gpa with little time to study and work. There is a difference in background but we all suffer from different things
All of his classes must have been AP to have a 5.0 GPA. Regardless, that is an amazing accomplishment. Hats off to this young Man.
This is the exact meaning of “don’t judge a book by its cover”
Only idiots like you would judge and say some bullshit like that. 🙄
he dosen’t even look gangster hes just black lmao
Yeah he’s just a black kid. Not hood at all. He just doesn’t dress like a nerd
He's wearing a cardigan?? Lol
Oh wait no, it's a hoodie, still though lol
I just looked him up social media, he has graduated from Yale and is doing amazing things for the community. We love to see it king
Akintunde Ade Ahmad you have made your family proud. With a name like that you can see he comes from a family with culture, tradition and religion.
Hope he doing great, pre med sounds damn exciting fam! Gl to all of you youngins, be great!
Respect. Seriously, so happy for this kid.
2:00 wish I could make my mom that proud. She deserves it.
I mean you could. Assuming you’re a teen as well in this situation and your mother is with us. You could make her or other loved ones proud in different ways as well.
They way you care about your mom makes you a beautiful person😊
Good for him. I hope that motivates every kid into working hard and finding the fun in studying!
I could see this young man becoming a leading physician in the world. I see him going on to make a difference. He will not only be there for those who have top insurance but also those who have no insurance.
You can be an incredible difference maker. Congratulations!
love how nonchalant he is.
God bless you Akintunde Ahmad.
Hahahhahahah
Jonah Schrum something funny?
@VMohdude -
The black kid didn’t accomplish anything. Anyone could’ve gone to that trash high school and get a 5.0 GPA if they put in even a little effort. Plus, affirmative action policies practically guarantees his spot just for being black. What’s there to celebrate? Hmm?
UndertakerU2ber ok boomer
@VMohdude -
Thanks soyboy!
Awesome ! Keep going strong !! This is wonderful 🥰
Outstanding young man.... true inspiration to all students.👍
1:16 Is no one gonna say anything about the 2 guys literally cheating off of him? Lmaooo!
They weren't cheating just asking him a question dumbass
😂😂😂
Wait how does have a 5.0 if he has 2 A-
Henry An A or A- gives the same amount of points for your gpa average in high school
Ah makes sense I didnt understand cus my school uses percentages
My nigga, my nigga
Monica*
comgeturs Hahaha
I understand what you're sayin' but that ain't no nigga. I deplore the use of that word by our people. Can't you just say you're proud of him.
I wish him all the best! He will go very far in life! His family must be so proud!
Hearing how he missed out on getting shot made me think that studying at home would be a great way to deal with many if the issues found in those areas.
Imagine the slogan: "do your homework, stay alive"
There’s a lot a good people in these “areas” but unfortunately for them they have to get clumped up in a minority. People eventually have to leave their home to go to work,school and etc. even being in their own homes is not safe. A little girl in dc got shot going to the ice cream truck, a little boy caught a stray in his own home, a little girl caught a stray in the car going home. That is not that issue whatsoever. The problem is the lack of funding in the educational systems in these neighborhoods, politics, media, resources and opportunities. Watch the “The wire” it explains the problems in the inner cities so eloquently and real.
Akintunde, he must be Nigerian 🇳🇬
His parents told him to “Go and face your Book”
Lol
He prob is. Akintunde is a Yoruba name
“Just an ordinary street dude”
Very cute way of sugar coating "black dude"
Them street dudes must be drinking some abnormal water
Just an ordinary Albert Einstien
Congrats!! That is so exciting!! 🙌🏽
What a wonderful story. Thank you and congratulations to Akintunde. : )
Great Job Young Man, you make our community very proud Son!!
Congratulations Akintunde! I think it is great this station took the time to share a positive story. I would Love to see more stories like this
6 years later the racism in the piece is terrible.
I WANT AN UPDATE ON AKINTUNDE
The fact that he is able to score that high is amazing, I just hope he doesn't let negative influences into his life and doesn't stay in Oakland, and he's going to be set for a very successful life
I love this. I rose from rough areas as well. Undergrad was hard for me, but after I enrolled in a Master’s program and now I’m in law school. The future is whatever you want it to be. Stay true to yourself and respect where you’ve come from.
They get to wear hats in school I’m kinda jealous
Hugh Jass
fr and that one kid got a hood on
Hugh Jass same
Thanks TH-cam for recommending this video during such a stressful time in the world!
“The cards will fall like the way that you want them too” respect
This truly put a smile on my face. Great job
Respect. Keep thriving bro
*Faintly in the background* “I finally reached these kiiiiids”
Everyone at his school giving him there homework packets now
Lol
*their
@@orangexylem Fucking grammar nazi! XD
I just came to read the comments from the bitter white people. Carry on lmao.
Lmao
There are a million white people like Akintunde Ahmad out there. Why would white people be bitter?
thirtytwoinches They're bitter because they hate it when Black people succeed.
Whites and Asians, including myself, are bitter because we would never get into all Ivy schools with a 2100
jinnypoo just hope you realize a few numbers on an examination means almost nothing. You and all the other whites and Asians who aren’t living the life he is in an impoverished place like Oakland, CA will never experience the terrors he has endured at his age, in your entire lifetime. Grow up and respect his achievement! With a horrid environment like Oakland it is only so easy to study peacefully and get a 2100 along with his 5.0GPA
Wow this is an awesome story. What an amazing young man. Keep up the great work.
I love it! So proud! Go change this world and make the most of your gift you beautiful black young man! Amen 🙏🏽
I love people like this. Don’t judge a book by its cover. This man is seriously going places in his life and I really hope he has a great one.
I almost shed a tear. What a good hearted guy and sweet mom. Examples that anyone can do anything.
Nice job mate!
That is awesome. This young man is going to accomplish great things in his lifetime.
He's winning in life!
I'm so happy for this guy! Deserves everything he gets 🔥
This stuff is inspiring. I love stories like this. Young black men and women, look to this man, these types of people for inspiration. This is a wonderful story of self-reliance, superior judgement and perseverance. My heart feels full right now.
Keep putting that work in....great job!!!!!
How this guy in high school but look like he's in his mid twenties
Just look at his face. He's clearly very young. Cut the dreads and he'll lose 10 years
Exactly.. that is a man!
It’s good to see young Brothas out here succeeding and getting a good education✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
His energy is beautiful. You can tell he has a uniquely genuine soul. Mom is gorgeous.
Good for you young man...so proud of you... stay focused...
Great parenting , this guy is a beast!!! The strongest person in a room possibly a country.
Young man, minority with a brain that will trump all those that challenge him. This ain’t the last we see of him.
Good job
Mad respect for this dude. Love his humble attitude
We deserve a follow up video on this brilliant young man!
Thats amazing man
This is so awesome and inspiring! But this being on the news kind of make me nervous for him. There are some crazy people out there.
I see more comments saying “here come the racist comments” than I actually see racist comments 🤨
Austin Buell I see more comments referencing that there are more comments saying “here come the racist comments” than actual racist comments than actual racist comments.
Austin Buell well maybe if ignorant racist goons weren’t always racist physically and verbally we wouldn’t have to speak on it
@@aintana7488 Haven't seen a racist comment here at all.
exturnal maybe wacky ass goons like yourself should stop playing victim and start acting like grown adults like the man in the video.
Josh Brill lmfaoo
Hard work is the way to success. Blessings to him and his parents.
Respect fam💯❤️
It's not race, it's the fact that he did it from a ghetto area. He might not have lived directly in the ghetto, but he was close enough and went to school w/ enough people from it that it played a big influence. When you're young and you constantly hangout with your friends everyday, it's hard to say no when you grow up and they're no longer doing the same stuff. Instead they're talking about getting 40's or hitting up a party where you have no idea who's carrying, it's dangerous. If you were white, black, yellow, red, brown, if you make it out of the ghetto w/ grades like this, that's a feat.
noobhealz402 so it is race...because he did it from a so called area where they don't get all the good shit like Beverly hills aka the ghetto
I wonder where he is now & how he's doing... what an extraordinary reminder that it can be done! Hats off to his mother!
he went to Yale for his under grad and Colombia for masters :)
He’s now a journalist making over 100k a year
Cece 78910 do you have an article for me? I know he is/will be successful, but a journalist wasn’t what I was thinking.
@@ZSmith-yy4lv exactly, he could have done that elsewhere. At least the name recognition on his degrees will help him pay off his debt and have less competition for an entry position but after a few years if he's not good in the industry then it was all for nothing.
Exactly what I said, not to belittle his efforts because he earned it but the main thing to take away from this is that behind great kids there are usually great parents. They mentioned how he knows how to play 3 instruments and that just reminded me of how good parents love making sure their kids are learning something new and keeping them occupied so that their minds stay active and productive.
He’s such an amazingly intelligent individual. I hope the best for his future.
Glad to see a brother on the come up!!!