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And Hoover also said there's nothing before the G and nothing after D. Let's talk about how they are refusing Larry Hoover medical treatment consultation with a lawyer
The things that stuck out to me the most in this video compared to other gang videos I have seen is that they were well spoken, respectful, and talked about the importance of family.
@@Koelle_97do u understand what influence is? these guys are born and raised in a hood of gunshots and peps getting killed everyday. doesn't make it better that when the kids get old enough to get a job they already want to be gangsters. they get raised to be a brotha. aint ther fault. n even most of them know what they doing but they cant leave there fam nga.
"its all about discipline and patience" hearing that as a 24 year old man working 60 hour weeks for the past 2 years gave me some confidence n i really needed to hear that so thank you Tommy G n the nice people from this organization
You can get all that info and inspiration from your father/Elders! These are the last guys you want to take any advice from. Let’s be real here my guy, you got to commit violent crimes in order to move up in rank. This is all propaganda! And from what you just wrote, it seems to be working. Open your eyes dude
@@roaner4313 to be fair I can get inspired from anybody’s words they are just words I’m not saying he dies by that but I’ve just never heard a perspective like that before
@@roaner4313 Exactly, Most of these people are dumb in the comments looking up to these guys.. Behind the camera, There is nothing but crime & violence.
@roaner4313 you’re speaking on things you know nothing about, y’all sit here an see the shit online an in movies an think that’s how the narrative really be. But you have no idea what really goes on, an it really doesn’t matter what you say. Everything they stated is facts an I know cause I’m there😂
I love how each one of the gangs he talking to all talk about the community but show me some results cause thing don't seem to be improving...the meeting is probably finding out what new stuff should be stolen from target and walmart
@@throttleblip1 these idiots are just tryna act wholesome for the camera. Anyone with a brain can research GDs and see that they’re just as bad as any other gang in America.
Yeah as long as you’re white with a camera you get a free tour but if u look like them and ur not from there and don’t know anybody you get robbed and the shit beat outta u and get clipped in the face if u don’t give it up. Cause ya know, black lives matter.
this... just blew my mind. Back in high school 20+ years ago, a dude said he was a GD. he was the nicest, friendliest guy ever. I always thought GD were like the bloods & crips, so i thought maybe he was just making it up that he was GD. he helped everyone, he was super nice, he was strong, and stood up for people, and someone I considered a friend. now i feel bad for doubting him, these guys explained everything. he was everything these people were preaching. im glad you posted this. thank you.
It is so SICK that buddy was nodding his head when you listed off other groups you’d like to interview and hear their story. That’s a man that understands the only way to move forward as a people is to listen to everyone’s story 🤘🏽🤘🏽
GDs are not for the people. They are criminals who promote the Criminal family. On an individual level, many are impressive. Some have talent. However, they are and will forever be Criminals, in every sense of the word.
It shows what they're capable of being about, sadly one video like this doesn't make the GDs as a whole stand for what the people in the video claim. Endless examples of horrendous acts performed by GDs can be found with a simple google search.
When you give respect, you get respect in return. The way these young men carry themselves is a beautiful thing, stand on what you believe in. Much love and keep spreading positivity 🙏
Much respect to this video. Even though the organization started in Chicago, the new generation in Chicago don’t follow the original guidelines/rules. It’s confusing to see after learning the history over the years. Shout out to Missouri
@@yonathantadesse8240Definitely healthy to see a different side of the organization. I grew up around the younger generation of insane GDs and know a few old head GDs so this shed some light on how other cities operate differently from Chicago. Blessings to you and stay safe in this cold ass world we living in 💪🏾
@@notmitch2891 The guys in the south is doing great things for the organization as well family! Don't even have to go that far the guys in Indianapolis doing great things as well
You mafuckas in these comments... have NO IDEA what GD is except for what you hear in the drill music! Meaning you have no interactions with any of us in real life and just speculate on what you hear in the media
My LA cousins help raise me I was in Cali every other summer my Uncle Bo sons are original BPS 60s and Hoovas I'm GDn from Morgan Park in Chicago my family reunion look like a big gang convention but you wouldn't even know they were members unless you confronted them my pops trained all the cousins how to move in silence but always move as a unit
Some people are so naive. I got no problem with anything these men get into and represent. However, if you don’t think that drugs, particularly fentanyl, are just as big a part of this organization you are not being true to yourself. Not all these men are selling drugs but they all are cool with making money from it while killing others. I am a 20 plus year opiate addict and have dealt with GDs throughout my entire junkiehood and some of them are great guys but literal tons of drugs is what keep this train rolling
@@yrnteam6986 why it gotta be about making enemies bro? I’m Asian but I grew up in LA and they right for real if you stay respectful and mind ya business you’ll be fine. I know plenty of folks who’ve done some awful shit in they lives and they self proclaim it to be wrong. That’s why real OGs do shit like these guys now and get kids off the street and stop them from getting into drugs. I understand how you could look at gangs from the outside as the enemy but if we wanna solve the problem we gotta make these young guys who are out banging feel accepted into society for something other than bangin. Lifetime criminals sure lock em up but rehabilitation over recidivism.
I don’t comment often, but I can feel Tommy’s passion for his TH-cam videos in his content and creations like with the shirts and stuff, but it’s literally so obvious he’s loving what he’s doing and I’m happy for him and all the hard work. It shows and it pays off(:
@@N7seven63 Well it is a comment section preferably considered for feedback and criticism lol and everyone loves to hear their efforts are being recognized; no need to act ignorant 😋
@@1808-m9bNo it’s understading that your views are subjective and sometimes can be wrong. It’s the opposite of being subjective and something these guys fail to understand. Their idee of a man is that of Child because it leave no room for growth
This was so wholesome. Thank you for sharing this with us! I love the fatherly aspect of this organization, especially seeing many different skin tones. It’s all about men leading each other, respect & responsibility. I wish them great success & hope they spread their message far & wide.
The white dudes got down in prison. Most Folk gang members graduate to GDs when they get to prison. The ones I met were dope fiends that claimed GD. All the positivity is a front for the public and to deter the police, just like 1%er bikers do. They're still entrenched in violence and have no plans stop that. Hells Angels could change to Heavens Agenda and still be doing all the treacherous things to land them in prison. All they're doing is trying to clean up their image to be less stigmatized, while the motives remain the same.
I'm impressed nobody waved guns around. That shows that they do have discipline and don't need to intimidate the community around them. Great interview!
Gangs are worthless, they serve no purpose in the communities or with our black youth. Black men are misguided. There is no such thing as growth and development so stop lying. Are black men a dying breed so keep it up.
Tears in my eyes..everything about this video was touching and amazing. I don’t understand why anyone would not find this video entertaining and enlightening.
These brothers preaching FACTS. My man talking about how it’s about discipline and patience is 100000% correct. I love hearing these men speak about what it really means to be good men. Thanks you GD. Way to represent yourselves so well. This was an amazing episode.
As a former GD (i disassociated because in Detroit most of us older G's grew up and lost communication, got locked up, or killed.. and the young boys are just wild and dont accept the original Literature and follow the gangsta disciple order instead of the Growth and Development) but THIS is what I wanted us to become as we got older!! If i could reach out to these K city folks i definitely would, especially as a previous 3star Regent!! This made me proud!!
I’m Also a Former GD (I Disassociated Because I Became a Hebrew Israelite) But This Is What Larry Wanted. The Growth & Development Concept, Uplifting The Community & The Brotherhood, Enforcing Moral Standard Among Young Kinfolk. The Feds Knew Larry Changed The GD Concept & Wanted To Instill It In The Younger Generation, That’s Why They Will Never Let Him Go.
@@SwerveKing7135 Yep The System Benefit From Our Ignorance. It’s All Part Of The Divide & Conquer Agenda. Unfortunately The Nation Is Now Under a New Concept and Have Become Too Much For Lil Larry To Maintain. Sad.
These guys had the utmost respect and such good attitudes. They came across like some of the most educated and positive-driven organizations you’ve toured yet. W vid.
Changed my perspective on GD’s completely saw the ones in New York didn’t know how positive this organisation actually was. Thank you for this Tommy and love to these GD’s‼️‼️
Don’t be a dumbass LMAOO not all gds like this now a days shit so all over the place every mf gang/set /fake set that’s gd or any other gang for that matter all go by they own individual rules/code
The GD it Chicago are not like this because all the OG’s are all looked up so they young ones are just running around with no guidance, these Missouri GD’s are family friendly
I got a lot of respect for these men because it’s hard for men to find fellowship and healthy role models. Especially if you grow up in a poor community, you may not have the knowledge other people take for granted. I made it out of the hood by asking questions. My parents did their best but It’s hard when you’re poor and young. So I understand that the Hood may be all the love or Guidance some guys ever get.
@@Andy-y9kyou have to be white and can’t read you how you expect a child to find something successful in life when all they know is dirt and poverty with no outlook on society
@@MNM4US you think they’re not gonna try actin positive infront a camera? Obvs they’re not gonna include the negative shit. Do some research on GD gang culture and get back to me
Everyone needs to see this this is a positive organization not a gang making the life changing changes needed for what is going on these days keep up the good work G
As a white dude from the south, those are the black MEN I'd go to war with or give my last dollar to ✊ The world needs to hear more stories like this. Stay focused, fellas 💯
Man I love Tommy G’s videos. He’s gone from strength to strength the past year or so I’ve been watching & it’s great to see his journey & growth as a person & investigator. Love it mate keep grinding!!! BDGE ❤
Yes thank god he showed us that degenerate gangsters who love violence exist in Chicago. We would've never known if he didn't show this. Thank you Tommy
@@batzzman11they all say they think like that but any one of them will do some grimy ass shit. If you’re not in it they don’t care about you and even if you are in it many of them will turn on you in a heartbeat.
@@MrCandyLP That’s the cold hearted truth! There may be a few decent individuals in these “gangs” but doesn’t matter when the rest of them are snakes, pigs and violent animals.
I respect what they said about work ethic discipline and honest jobs. It’s reminds me about that scene in a Bronx tale where the kid is hanging around gangsters and says the working man is a sucker and his dad says “NO shooting and robbing is easy but get up everyday and work for a living, I’m the tough guy! Your dads the tough guy!”
GD started off as Supreme Gents, then Supreme Gangster, Larry and Ike Taylor joined the Disciples and became the Black Gangster Disciples. Later around 80 or 81 larry broke off from BGD, and formed GD/Growth and Development. The concept was to invite other ethnic groups which is why he dropped Black from his faction. Gangster became a thing late 80s early 90s, which is why it became known as Gangster Disciple. This is a short version of GD.
It's great that the video provided a positive perspective, highlighting that not everything is negative, and sometimes it's the actions of individuals that can give an organization a bad image.
I’m new to your channel and now subscribed. You show everyone some love and respect. Being from a big city and growing up in the 80s, this is how you move!
Tommy G be proud of yourself brother. We notice and appreciate your grind and hustle. These videos look like they take months and months to put together yet you put them together like clockwork💪🏼💪🏼
A lotta knowledge in this video & righteous Light being shed ovr the conscious as well as term of GD & history of others overall all gangs were organizations for our people fr💯 Thanks Tommy for tappin in!! not a bunch of youngns wit no knowledge of self nor innerstanding but real GD’s who stand on dat! 💯 Salute! 🫡✡️🔱
@@TruthSerum99-zq9fi I was implying that they have a good mentality as gang members (that most don’t especially young members). It’s kinda reminiscent to how Nipsey Hussle was with the Rollin 60s Crips, there are ones who work a certain way away from that negative connotation of being “purely criminal” to being honest, good hearted intelligent people who just want to help keep their community positive,alive and well. The love is mutual tho brotha 💯
I'm 48 I'm from Chicago the motherland GD never been about beating up people and commiting crimes it's about growth n development. make a man not break a man
They are the worst disciplined gang compared to others, they cause more problems and disrespect to citizens compared to people gangs like Vice Lords and Latin Kings. They fornicate with each other when locked up in jail and its allowed in their constitution. Dont know where you get your info, and all they are doing is fronting in front of camera.
W comment I like how they was saying there a organization and they weren’t promoting violence, Well said by them anyone hating is obviously 🍚 obvious as day their white
Great interview with great guys . Having the ability of self control being a family and thinking things through . These guys aren’t moving around with blinders in they r using the power of the brain as that is a beautiful thing . Y’all got it on lock keep it up
hearing another man also acknowledge that having a 9-5 is the right way to move just gave me extra motivation… especially with a baby on the way that’s something i needed to hear.
@@Isawatigernowiunderstand i take back lil bro you prolly pushing 40 with 5 kids and divorced using “ buster “, stop tryna be negative and worry about your own
@@joeangel8960 “hearing another man say having a 9-5 is soooo inspiring” lmao that’s basic common sense. U j wanna hang with the gd’s so you can get gb’d lmao
Every member of GD I ever met in my life were well respected peoples who spoke and presented themselves pretty good. I can call a few of them my close friends
I appreciate G going to ask the positive questions and questions to break the barrier between society and the less fortunate. I honestly feel you were chosen for this shit G
This is the most solid and positive interview I’ve ever seen. I have a whole different outlook on them. These guys stand on principles and morals. You don’t see that in gangs too much. Excuse me, organizations
The principles of these guys are to that of some the earliest crip gangs. Essentially starts out as a positive thing, and then a criminal element is introduced to it. Just like the OG said. Also, having that OG there probably really helps to keep the mission focused. I think it's beautiful that gangs like this are still out there.
@@TommyGMcGeethere is too many sets to of GDS in the raq and they are either insane GD or just bang under it these are the right people for this interview brother they real growth development
I'm so glad to see folks putting the word out for real. I had a heavy heart about how there are youngsters in the street that don't live by the laws of the organization of the surviving struggle I remember you had to know the lit the creed the prayers and you better represent with knowledge wisdom and understanding. I love yall for keeping your oaths maybe you can get folks straight in Chicago lil ones repping the red more than the black and blue over there claiming GD claiming they kill their own kin and folks for GD call us old heads and have no respect. Keep it real lock up on the boss.❤
This takes me back home. Im from Arkansas with Chicago ties which is where GD’s came from. Members on both sides of the family. Fortunately for me I was gifted with athletics & that kept me away from the street life,but the gang looked out for me & learned a lot 💯💯
Tommy was speaking straight facts about men in today’s society @ 1:50-2:18Once that social circle shrinks, it can make or break us. Stay strong kings 💯 remember life is mind over matter 🙏🏾
I swear bro. Especially for me when I was younger I did drugs n shit so now that I’m older and sober my “friends” are gone. Now I’m going through a divorce from my sons mother after being together almost ten years and I have nobody to hang with or talk to about it. But I can’t do shit but keep working and taking care of my son.
@@WhoCaresMyGuyyou both speaking facts. Also political divisions have been amplified divisions, while tolerance and respect for others rights has diminished in some respects which has led to loss in friendships. People used to try harder to be friends. I also feel sad that all the racial bating by the media has divided us. It makes me sad. In my neighborhood we was poor but we were a community. It makes it hard to make friends and I miss having black friends all of them either passed, moved or we lost touch. We men need to stick together and support each other because like you said it’s make or break.
These dudes on a whole another level. It's refreshing to see a group of men like this acting grown and standing on true values. When I was coming up and used to bang I thought the best respect I could earn was through fear and that got me nowhere. Yeah, I was respected in my hood but for the wrong reasons. Sooner or later, all that fell apart and I realized to be a real man is to stand on your own two feet and support your family just like these men were speaking on. Now being older, the small crew that I run with are a lot like these guys. We don't like the word gang. We much rather prefer brotherhood. And being a man in my mid 40s and running with a crew of my brothers, I've also learned that the most important respect is earned through love rather than fear. I think this was my favorite video on this channel so far.
Sense of community is missing in America, I never would have thought this group would bring that. I’ve always associated GD with gang violence and drug dealing. Very eye opening, thank you.
@@jaygwins this video is group of great men but who knows bro you know everybody puts a front on they all try to make it look good I know a lot of g’s and very few follow the rules 🤣
I never understood why you have to fight against loneliness, the "brotherhood"-feeling is just there to make you a good loyal soldier. I could never let someone use me like that just to feel a certain way.
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More bangerz🤝🏽💪🏽
I am a part of a gang not in the usa though
Another bangerrrrrrr 💥
nah im good bro my SRPT stock made 500k since 2006
And Hoover also said there's nothing before the G and nothing after D. Let's talk about how they are refusing Larry Hoover medical treatment consultation with a lawyer
The things that stuck out to me the most in this video compared to other gang videos I have seen is that they were well spoken, respectful, and talked about the importance of family.
“Gd gang got a difference we a family not a crew not a squad”
Now meet the Chicago guys lol
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AND TBEYRE ALL BLACK!!!
@@ordinaryname8567 facts
Can’t imagine gettin 10 years and watching another man raise your daughter on the outside. That’s crucial pain right there.
Well technically you not watching another man raise your kid you watching other men eat shit & shower for ten year
Fact
@@albertc3991cant know better if all you see is violence
@@cedarfromthegrovethats bullshit. Being criminal is your own decision.
@@Koelle_97do u understand what influence is? these guys are born and raised in a hood of gunshots and peps getting killed everyday. doesn't make it better that when the kids get old enough to get a job they already want to be gangsters. they get raised to be a brotha. aint ther fault.
n even most of them know what they doing but they cant leave there fam nga.
"its all about discipline and patience" hearing that as a 24 year old man working 60 hour weeks for the past 2 years gave me some confidence n i really needed to hear that so thank you Tommy G n the nice people from this organization
That’s dope bro. Keep it up
You can get all that info and inspiration from your father/Elders! These are the last guys you want to take any advice from. Let’s be real here my guy, you got to commit violent crimes in order to move up in rank. This is all propaganda! And from what you just wrote, it seems to be working. Open your eyes dude
@@roaner4313 to be fair I can get inspired from anybody’s words they are just words I’m not saying he dies by that but I’ve just never heard a perspective like that before
@@roaner4313 Exactly, Most of these people are dumb in the comments looking up to these guys.. Behind the camera, There is nothing but crime & violence.
@roaner4313 you’re speaking on things you know nothing about, y’all sit here an see the shit online an in movies an think that’s how the narrative really be. But you have no idea what really goes on, an it really doesn’t matter what you say. Everything they stated is facts an I know cause I’m there😂
My city Chicago is so lost it’s good to see Missouri standing on positivity and community values.
My city to G /Seattle
The difference is Chicago killing over disses they actually standing on what they are built on
The irony is a lot of them are Chicago expats who left for jobs in KCMO.
@@shawnray5815fr😂
Nothing positive about this garbage
I like how everyone Tommy asked about gangs answered very objectively and respectful, no hate. Love your journalism TG!
I love how each one of the gangs he talking to all talk about the community but show me some results cause thing don't seem to be improving...the meeting is probably finding out what new stuff should be stolen from target and walmart
@@throttleblip1exactly
@@throttleblip1 these idiots are just tryna act wholesome for the camera. Anyone with a brain can research GDs and see that they’re just as bad as any other gang in America.
if you believe that then your the perfect target for these stupid gangs. Hope you join them.
Yeah as long as you’re white with a camera you get a free tour but if u look like them and ur not from there and don’t know anybody you get robbed and the shit beat outta u and get clipped in the face if u don’t give it up. Cause ya know, black lives matter.
this... just blew my mind. Back in high school 20+ years ago, a dude said he was a GD. he was the nicest, friendliest guy ever. I always thought GD were like the bloods & crips, so i thought maybe he was just making it up that he was GD. he helped everyone, he was super nice, he was strong, and stood up for people, and someone I considered a friend. now i feel bad for doubting him, these guys explained everything. he was everything these people were preaching. im glad you posted this. thank you.
If you not from California Chicago is fake
No, Crips and Bloods in L.A. were insane. I keep telling people. L.A. was the worst for gang violence in the 1990s and early 1990s.
@@bikotheanimator6169no it wasn’t
@rowdyjr2318 Or we's waiting on ni to join the party all along, tie it off!
Bloods & Crips were considered gangs but back in the day GD was a organization for the community not gang/neighborhood terrorist
It is so SICK that buddy was nodding his head when you listed off other groups you’d like to interview and hear their story. That’s a man that understands the only way to move forward as a people is to listen to everyone’s story 🤘🏽🤘🏽
GDs are not for the people. They are criminals who promote the Criminal family. On an individual level, many are impressive. Some have talent. However, they are and will forever be Criminals, in every sense of the word.
u aint c him flip him off after? cz he named his rivals😂
@@billynye8789 big facts. I cldnt believe dawg jus started ramblin off legit allll rivals. Def got the middle 💯
So these are what GD’s are really about, much respect. Especially releasing & letting out knowledge and all that good stuff as well.🤟🏽
It shows what they're capable of being about, sadly one video like this doesn't make the GDs as a whole stand for what the people in the video claim. Endless examples of horrendous acts performed by GDs can be found with a simple google search.
Nope these aren't real gd
@@NewLifeFromTheWayofTruth yes they are GD is Growth and development.
These some rednecks not gd
nah just a front to make it look better than it is
I really enjoy what that man who did 10yrs in prison said. "Slow money is good money."
And that freestyle was nice!
Slow and steady wins the race after all. As the other guy said, you have to be patient and show discipline.
Slow money is fasho money. I wonder how many of these dudes have snitched in the past.
@@carpediem4512grow up
Stagnant money is bad money. I agree with the slow money as long as it's raising steadily and beating inflation. Otherwise, you'll mess your life up.
Tommy your journalism deserves a huge award brother you’re doing superb this was great you’re able to make everyone comfortable
Facts, asking real questions and not ignorant questions.
Tommy let the gds in the door
here before top comment
W comment
😂😂😂😂
Wouldn't let them In my door thugs!!!!?
💀💀
When you give respect, you get respect in return. The way these young men carry themselves is a beautiful thing, stand on what you believe in. Much love and keep spreading positivity 🙏
Much respect to this video. Even though the organization started in Chicago, the new generation in Chicago don’t follow the original guidelines/rules. It’s confusing to see after learning the history over the years. Shout out to Missouri
Yehh around east coast too I fuck with this tbh it’s healthy
@@yonathantadesse8240Definitely healthy to see a different side of the organization. I grew up around the younger generation of insane GDs and know a few old head GDs so this shed some light on how other cities operate differently from Chicago. Blessings to you and stay safe in this cold ass world we living in 💪🏾
My parents and there friends started the Satin Disciples in Chicago on 18thst and Oakley I believe way back in the 50s. They all went to Harrison HS
🤔 umm I wonder if I can go around the KKK and do a documentary
@@notmitch2891 The guys in the south is doing great things for the organization as well family! Don't even have to go that far the guys in Indianapolis doing great things as well
This was ironically wholesome. I understand its not all like this across every chapter, but this was a positive thing to see this AM. Thank you!
Wholesome...yeeeeeaaahhh.
This planet is full of world beaters.
what do they actually do?@squibbelsmcjohnson
Bro said It was positive 😂😂😂
You mafuckas in these comments... have NO IDEA what GD is except for what you hear in the drill music! Meaning you have no interactions with any of us in real life and just speculate on what you hear in the media
W comment
Man. This opened my eyes so much to the gd’s. Much respect from Ca.
God bless!
GDK
@@OhioToetickler-hj6og how many GDs you kill
@@GODSVIEW0 bet he won't go live
My LA cousins help raise me I was in Cali every other summer my Uncle Bo sons are original BPS 60s and Hoovas I'm GDn from Morgan Park in Chicago my family reunion look like a big gang convention but you wouldn't even know they were members unless you confronted them my pops trained all the cousins how to move in silence but always move as a unit
Man these guys really need to be put on around the nation. All races need to hear what these men are saying.
Lol they are thugs . Fuck you mean
Some people are so naive. I got no problem with anything these men get into and represent. However, if you don’t think that drugs, particularly fentanyl, are just as big a part of this organization you are not being true to yourself. Not all these men are selling drugs but they all are cool with making money from it while killing others. I am a 20 plus year opiate addict and have dealt with GDs throughout my entire junkiehood and some of them are great guys but literal tons of drugs is what keep this train rolling
Bro stfu they act like this to each other imagine behind the scenes and if you are the enemy
The organization is around the nation but majority are younger reckless members who don't care about the laws and principles anymore
@@yrnteam6986 why it gotta be about making enemies bro? I’m Asian but I grew up in LA and they right for real if you stay respectful and mind ya business you’ll be fine. I know plenty of folks who’ve done some awful shit in they lives and they self proclaim it to be wrong. That’s why real OGs do shit like these guys now and get kids off the street and stop them from getting into drugs. I understand how you could look at gangs from the outside as the enemy but if we wanna solve the problem we gotta make these young guys who are out banging feel accepted into society for something other than bangin. Lifetime criminals sure lock em up but rehabilitation over recidivism.
As a Former GD from Boston I wish we actually stood on those values. These guys and prove this restores my hope
Whats with yall letting yal members b ga ay n touch lil boys ?
@@udontkno4215 da fuq?
why you do that on my comment fam?
@Cannagods it's true n know it so I'm wondering. Yu ain't with em clowns nymore so u shouldn't be offended
Bro this is all propaganda.
@@udontkno4215 gdkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk wrda
I don’t comment often, but I can feel Tommy’s passion for his TH-cam videos in his content and creations like with the shirts and stuff, but it’s literally so obvious he’s loving what he’s doing and I’m happy for him and all the hard work. It shows and it pays off(:
glazer
@@svazyexe😂
Who asked?
@@N7seven63 Well it is a comment section preferably considered for feedback and criticism lol and everyone loves to hear their efforts are being recognized; no need to act ignorant 😋
@@C3p0pussiboi one was simply joking
I really enjoyed the episode. Great commrodery and keeping each other accountable. Standing together and helping community.
Brother, you ain't got spell check??
What is a commrode?
Sometimes what you believe is wrong. What makes you a real man is always learning and growing to be the best person you can be!
Sometimes what you believe is wrong.
That's growth and development my boi
Secret world? 😂
That’s subjective don’t try and correct other men on their beliefs that you have no affiliation with.
@@1808-m9bNo it’s understading that your views are subjective and sometimes can be wrong. It’s the opposite of being subjective and something these guys fail to understand. Their idee of a man is that of Child because it leave no room for growth
This was so wholesome. Thank you for sharing this with us! I love the fatherly aspect of this organization, especially seeing many different skin tones. It’s all about men leading each other, respect & responsibility. I wish them great success & hope they spread their message far & wide.
The white dudes got down in prison. Most Folk gang members graduate to GDs when they get to prison. The ones I met were dope fiends that claimed GD. All the positivity is a front for the public and to deter the police, just like 1%er bikers do. They're still entrenched in violence and have no plans stop that. Hells Angels could change to Heavens Agenda and still be doing all the treacherous things to land them in prison. All they're doing is trying to clean up their image to be less stigmatized, while the motives remain the same.
Is all about black American men leading they selfs
drop the gram name Madi
Skin tones 😂
I'm impressed nobody waved guns around. That shows that they do have discipline and don't need to intimidate the community around them. Great interview!
Yeah that was refreshing
Sad how the bare minimum of behavior is impressive
Gangs are worthless, they serve no purpose in the communities or with our black youth. Black men are misguided. There is no such thing as growth and development so stop lying. Are black men a dying breed so keep it up.
@@David_____we are all fucked
@@David_____I was always told you can’t make everybody happy & you my friend are one of them people
Tears in my eyes..everything about this video was touching and amazing. I don’t understand why anyone would not find this video entertaining and enlightening.
YES OMG !!!!
nah tommy gd is wild 😭
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Tommy G’D 😂😂✡️🔱
A bro check my dogs out @SuperiorPresa
@EsaiGivens 💙🖤
Nah he good in every hood
These brothers preaching FACTS. My man talking about how it’s about discipline and patience is 100000% correct. I love hearing these men speak about what it really means to be good men. Thanks you GD. Way to represent yourselves so well. This was an amazing episode.
Preach The Gospel of Yeshua The Messiah, there are none good other than YHWH🙏👆
Nah, man they lying. Gds are killers bro they do anyrhing
Yeah...but it's still a cult.
you dont know what a cult is@@Gtfobcso2024
As a former GD (i disassociated because in Detroit most of us older G's grew up and lost communication, got locked up, or killed.. and the young boys are just wild and dont accept the original Literature and follow the gangsta disciple order instead of the Growth and Development) but THIS is what I wanted us to become as we got older!! If i could reach out to these K city folks i definitely would, especially as a previous 3star Regent!! This made me proud!!
720 concept is the new way brother. Love 🖤📚
I’m Also a Former GD (I Disassociated Because I Became a Hebrew Israelite) But This Is What Larry Wanted. The Growth & Development Concept, Uplifting The Community & The Brotherhood, Enforcing Moral Standard Among Young Kinfolk. The Feds Knew Larry Changed The GD Concept & Wanted To Instill It In The Younger Generation, That’s Why They Will Never Let Him Go.
@@jacobwillprevail2damn they really don’t want Larry free if they did THIS is how they would move. The old blueprint versus the new blueprint. SAD
PML OG!
@@SwerveKing7135 Yep The System Benefit From Our Ignorance. It’s All Part Of The Divide & Conquer Agenda. Unfortunately The Nation Is Now Under a New Concept and Have Become Too Much For Lil Larry To Maintain. Sad.
This is what gangs are supposed to preach and accomplish. It's a shame how all good things corrupt.
These guys been looking listening and learning. Love it
These guys had the utmost respect and such good attitudes. They came across like some of the most educated and positive-driven organizations you’ve toured yet. W vid.
Utmost, not upmost.
@@moneymark7660 sorry 💀
THE GD's in chicago have a very different attitude.
Right lol
Best video so far, Tommy. Showcasing an organization with admirable values and proper guidance.
Honestly wasn't what I expected. That was beautiful and very inspiring. Thank you!
You believed the bs those low life thugs were spewing? Man you're gullible.
My brother brought me to your channel and so thankful he did! This video was perfect
Changed my perspective on GD’s completely saw the ones in New York didn’t know how positive this organisation actually was. Thank you for this Tommy and love to these GD’s‼️‼️
Don’t be a dumbass LMAOO not all gds like this now a days shit so all over the place every mf gang/set /fake set that’s gd or any other gang for that matter all go by they own individual rules/code
Well how the organization moves also depends on the area because some chapters are at war
Don’t let that confuse you fr. If they got ops. They taking them out.
The ones in New York are NOT as positive lol they’re at war in the streets and the jails
The GD it Chicago are not like this because all the OG’s are all looked up so they young ones are just running around with no guidance, these Missouri GD’s are family friendly
I got a lot of respect for these men because it’s hard for men to find fellowship and healthy role models. Especially if you grow up in a poor community, you may not have the knowledge other people take for granted. I made it out of the hood by asking questions. My parents did their best but It’s hard when you’re poor and young. So I understand that the Hood may be all the love or Guidance some guys ever get.
So u respect people joining street gangs instead doing something positive? Ridiculous
@@Andy-y9kyou have to be white and can’t read you how you expect a child to find something successful in life when all they know is dirt and poverty with no outlook on society
@@Andy-y9kit’s like you didn’t even watch the vid bruh.
@@MNM4US you think they’re not gonna try actin positive infront a camera? Obvs they’re not gonna include the negative shit. Do some research on GD gang culture and get back to me
@@Andy-y9kexactly, gang culture is nothing but death and destruction
Everyone needs to see this this is a positive organization not a gang making the life changing changes needed for what is going on these days keep up the good work G
it's always been that way, lotta GDs are good people that gotta do bad things to get by.
@@spaceghostmiidstop making excuses for these low life thugs. No one made them do shit. They chose that life.
As a white dude from the south, those are the black MEN I'd go to war with or give my last dollar to ✊ The world needs to hear more stories like this. Stay focused, fellas 💯
Man I love Tommy G’s videos. He’s gone from strength to strength the past year or so I’ve been watching & it’s great to see his journey & growth as a person & investigator. Love it mate keep grinding!!! BDGE ❤
Everyone of those men are respectful AF. The media wants us all to misunderstand each other. God Bless
Tommy G really out here showing us the world and all the different types of people and cultures in it . Thank you Tommy G . Much Love !
the world?
@@nickgibb4687 yes.
Yes thank god he showed us that degenerate gangsters who love violence exist in Chicago. We would've never known if he didn't show this. Thank you Tommy
Tommy G this by far one of your best and most Informational videos frfr 💯
That message on family is real. The older you get in life the more you realize family is #1. Family, love, & loyalty!!!
Unfortunately, even some family members should not be trusted. Betrayal can happen from the ones that you love the most.
Don’t forget this one they were all blue, the color of the beast size they throw up the pitchfork, they start it off as devils disciples Chicago
Don’t forget the respect top of the 6
@@Gladiator-x-21 respect who your parents, the law ,other people , they don’t care about anything
Wished more “gangs” thought like this. Discipline, morals, respect. ✊🏽✊🏿✊🏾✊🏻
GDs definitely still killin people bro… maybe not these “GDs” but BDs and GDs been killing each other in Chicago for YEARS.
A lot of gangs think like that actually 😂
@@Salas83149 The ones from Chicago, Detroit, LA, St. Louis? Or what about the prison gangs?
@@batzzman11they all say they think like that but any one of them will do some grimy ass shit. If you’re not in it they don’t care about you and even if you are in it many of them will turn on you in a heartbeat.
@@MrCandyLP That’s the cold hearted truth! There may be a few decent individuals in these “gangs” but doesn’t matter when the rest of them are snakes, pigs and violent animals.
The effort and originality you put in to your videos is commendable and is always a great watch.
This blew my mind the most. Thank you
Some intelligent brothers. Biggest thing I take away from them and agree with is bringing back ACCOUNTABILITY. Respect.
Yeah a bunch of thugs and criminals are great people 🙄
I respect what they said about work ethic discipline and honest jobs. It’s reminds me about that scene in a Bronx tale where the kid is hanging around gangsters and says the working man is a sucker and his dad says “NO shooting and robbing is easy but get up everyday and work for a living, I’m the tough guy! Your dads the tough guy!”
GD started off as Supreme Gents, then Supreme Gangster, Larry and Ike Taylor joined the Disciples and became the Black Gangster Disciples. Later around 80 or 81 larry broke off from BGD, and formed GD/Growth and Development. The concept was to invite other ethnic groups which is why he dropped Black from his faction. Gangster became a thing late 80s early 90s, which is why it became known as Gangster Disciple. This is a short version of GD.
Your partially right
Facts.....
It's great that the video provided a positive perspective, highlighting that not everything is negative, and sometimes it's the actions of individuals that can give an organization a bad image.
This man never misses
Facts
Just to let you know bro I'm a GD
10:10 Guy in the blue jacket just nailed it right there. That is exactly what is lacking with a lot of young people these days.
Super impressed! Wisdom, strength, discipline, hard work!
Very positive so true about being a father and having patience and slow money fast money is bad money mad respect for these guys
He hit the nail on the head when he said being a man is lonely these days, at the beginning of the video
0:10 song is called
Yung Blu x Moneyo Loot - Off The Action
Man I like the sound of these guys. People that are bringing up their community ❤
Also those crocs are a mf security risk 😅
I’m new to your channel and now subscribed. You show everyone some love and respect. Being from a big city and growing up in the 80s, this is how you move!
Tommy G be proud of yourself brother. We notice and appreciate your grind and hustle. These videos look like they take months and months to put together yet you put them together like clockwork💪🏼💪🏼
A lotta knowledge in this video & righteous Light being shed ovr the conscious as well as term of GD & history of others overall all gangs were organizations for our people fr💯
Thanks Tommy for tappin in!! not a bunch of youngns wit no knowledge of self nor innerstanding but real GD’s who stand on dat! 💯 Salute! 🫡✡️🔱
Of the few videos I’ve e watched so far this is like the safest and relaxed he’s ever been interviewing a “gang”
I hope this gang doesn’t get the wrong leader and keeps it this way for the next few decades they seem trustable from a viewers pov
Tommy u the man!! Keep showing everyone love and keep letting everyone share There story to the world. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
these are the most intelligent,civil, and insightful GDs I’ve ever seen.
Lol I don't know how to take that statement. That's how most GDs with structure congregate when at peace.
All love tho. 💯
@@TruthSerum99-zq9fi I was implying that they have a good mentality as gang members (that most don’t especially young members). It’s kinda reminiscent to how Nipsey Hussle was with the Rollin 60s Crips, there are ones who work a certain way away from that negative connotation of being “purely criminal” to being honest, good hearted intelligent people who just want to help keep their community positive,alive and well.
The love is mutual tho brotha 💯
majority GDN members i met are like this.
I'm 48 I'm from Chicago the motherland GD never been about beating up people and commiting crimes it's about growth n development. make a man not break a man
Love Folks ✡️✡️✡️🔯💙🖤🩶 From Memphis GDN We the Brothers of The Struggle Pledge Wholeheartedly
On fo nem grave
Im 74 from MN. Love bro
Ayee was born there lived over off lamar into parkway and later in southaven
They are disciplined and respectful. I really loved this video and how they sounded and move. Intelligence and family values 🔥💯
They are the worst disciplined gang compared to others, they cause more problems and disrespect to citizens compared to people gangs like Vice Lords and Latin Kings. They fornicate with each other when locked up in jail and its allowed in their constitution. Dont know where you get your info, and all they are doing is fronting in front of camera.
They all just kept repeating what the last guy said 😂
W comment I like how they was saying there a organization and they weren’t promoting violence, Well said by them anyone hating is obviously 🍚 obvious as day their white
It actually makes them look stupid asf .
you know what this is my favorite documentary channel ty for your neutral stance, having a neutral standpoint and also a non-bias report
Righteous brothers of the struggle, great job on this video, PML to the guys in M.O. wish Chicago could go back to this...
Great interview with great guys . Having the ability of self control being a family and thinking things through . These guys aren’t moving around with blinders in they r using the power of the brain as that is a beautiful thing . Y’all got it on lock keep it up
Let's all appreciate the work this man goes through for our entertainment!
That's Faacts, isn't it?
I 🖤 this. Real Growth and Development
hearing another man also acknowledge that having a 9-5 is the right way to move just gave me extra motivation… especially with a baby on the way that’s something i needed to hear.
Yea bro nothing like TH-cam videos to give you life direction 😂
@@Isawatigernowiunderstand??? youtube vids give alot of people motivation lil bro
@@joeangel8960 lmao buster shit😂
@@Isawatigernowiunderstand i take back lil bro you prolly pushing 40 with 5 kids and divorced using “ buster “, stop tryna be negative and worry about your own
@@joeangel8960 “hearing another man say having a 9-5 is soooo inspiring” lmao that’s basic common sense. U j wanna hang with the gd’s so you can get gb’d lmao
Saying i help kids and do charity and then saying taliban in the same sentence is CRAZY why is this cool i never will understand it
Every member of GD I ever met in my life were well respected peoples who spoke and presented themselves pretty good. I can call a few of them my close friends
Journalism is always on point and this is what a organization is it's beautiful seeing the community come together
Lets not look past the dude who spit those bars. No glocks or 9s. Just positivity.
I appreciate G going to ask the positive questions and questions to break the barrier between society and the less fortunate. I honestly feel you were chosen for this shit G
I live like 30 minutes away from Kansas City and I had no idea this was around. Thank you for the insight!
These are the older members. You won’t get this type of response from the younger members. All they know is murder and mayhem
The real answer everybody in these comments is missing haha.
This is the most solid and positive interview I’ve ever seen. I have a whole different outlook on them. These guys stand on principles and morals. You don’t see that in gangs too much. Excuse me, organizations
this was fire they definitely put on for their people and made themselves look good in this one 💯
Pml brothers & sisters, well spoken...keep up the good work... The world needs folks like-minded folks like you all...All as in one
NTML
No the world needs to be void of gangs period.
Love G
Tommy dropping bangers as always
Yes alwaysss
The principles of these guys are to that of some the earliest crip gangs. Essentially starts out as a positive thing, and then a criminal element is introduced to it. Just like the OG said. Also, having that OG there probably really helps to keep the mission focused. I think it's beautiful that gangs like this are still out there.
0:10 song is called
Mac Blu x Moneyo Loot - Off The Action
The craziest thing is that they didn’t flash a single gun during the whole video
Keep these guy's safe at all cost Respect to these young brothers 💯💪🏿
You supposed to came to Chicago for this no 🧢
I swear to god. These ain’t no gds
If you know how to get me in with GD's in Chicago, email me at tommygmcgee123@gmail.com or DM me on IG @tommygmcgee
TommyGMcGee u from milwaukee my guy u alreadly round GDs
@@TommyGMcGeethere is too many sets to of GDS in the raq and they are either insane GD or just bang under it these are the right people for this interview brother they real growth development
most of the GDs in Chicago drop rakes got no organization
I'm so glad to see folks putting the word out for real. I had a heavy heart about how there are youngsters in the street that don't live by the laws of the organization of the surviving struggle I remember you had to know the lit the creed the prayers and you better represent with knowledge wisdom and understanding. I love yall for keeping your oaths maybe you can get folks straight in Chicago lil ones repping the red more than the black and blue over there claiming GD claiming they kill their own kin and folks for GD call us old heads and have no respect. Keep it real lock up on the boss.❤
Very eye opening in a good way. Glad you did this and I watched. Some good wisdom there
Thank y'all for positive representation of the organization ✊🏾
Tommy g needs to make his video s longer, 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Fax
GDK 💥🎯⚰️
This takes me back home. Im from Arkansas with Chicago ties which is where GD’s came from. Members on both sides of the family. Fortunately for me I was gifted with athletics & that kept me away from the street life,but the gang looked out for me & learned a lot 💯💯
That's what's up I'm from the North Side of North Little Rock 😊
This is what I’m talking about. These dudes are smart and not flashing guns. I love it. This is the goal of a family
Tommy was speaking straight facts about men in today’s society @ 1:50-2:18Once that social circle shrinks, it can make or break us. Stay strong kings 💯 remember life is mind over matter 🙏🏾
I swear bro. Especially for me when I was younger I did drugs n shit so now that I’m older and sober my “friends” are gone. Now I’m going through a divorce from my sons mother after being together almost ten years and I have nobody to hang with or talk to about it. But I can’t do shit but keep working and taking care of my son.
@@WhoCaresMyGuyyou both speaking facts. Also political divisions have been amplified divisions, while tolerance and respect for others rights has diminished in some respects which has led to loss in friendships. People used to try harder to be friends. I also feel sad that all the racial bating by the media has divided us. It makes me sad. In my neighborhood we was poor but we were a community. It makes it hard to make friends and I miss having black friends all of them either passed, moved or we lost touch. We men need to stick together and support each other because like you said it’s make or break.
facts 💯
LOVE GD FROM FRANCE ! KEEP DOING WHAT UR DOING UR ALL SOUND LUCID AND HAPPY SO CONTINUE UR THING !
Best video I seen so far. I need a organization like this around me. Much respect to all of them.
These dudes on a whole another level. It's refreshing to see a group of men like this acting grown and standing on true values. When I was coming up and used to bang I thought the best respect I could earn was through fear and that got me nowhere. Yeah, I was respected in my hood but for the wrong reasons. Sooner or later, all that fell apart and I realized to be a real man is to stand on your own two feet and support your family just like these men were speaking on. Now being older, the small crew that I run with are a lot like these guys. We don't like the word gang. We much rather prefer brotherhood. And being a man in my mid 40s and running with a crew of my brothers, I've also learned that the most important respect is earned through love rather than fear. I think this was my favorite video on this channel so far.
Sense of community is missing in America, I never would have thought this group would bring that. I’ve always associated GD with gang violence and drug dealing. Very eye opening, thank you.
Most of them are this is a good group right here all those morals get lost through the grapevine
Yeah definitely all GDs aren’t like this. Look at Chicago where it started
@@jaygwins this video is group of great men but who knows bro you know everybody puts a front on they all try to make it look good I know a lot of g’s and very few follow the rules 🤣
Not all Gd's are bad
@@lazyboygaming3875 I agree
I never understood why you have to fight against loneliness, the "brotherhood"-feeling is just there to make you a good loyal soldier. I could never let someone use me like that just to feel a certain way.
United, we stand, divided we fall. This video would have made Dr. King cry tears of joy. ❤ Keep fighting the good fight, brother.
And 1 million subs!!!! 👏
So respectful, this was beautiful
My guy has been putting in work he be interviewing everyone keep the grind up tommy 💪🏾💯