Gang Member interview-Ice
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- Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Ice, a Crip gang member in Los Angeles.
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He's a victim of his environment. He was let down since a child but the world still expects him to grow up normal. 🤦🏼♂️
Wow so well said.
Amen
@@madammo7786 your take is so simplistic. He was failed on a lot of levels. It's primarily his and the parents responsibility, yes, but he also fell through the cracks of the education system, mental health system and especially the juvenile "justice" system, especially our economic system.
@@StephieGsrEvolution its not the systems responsibility to make this butthead go to school and apply himself. You are making something simplistic and making it complicated.
The environment with his real mom and dad was not ideal. All the tax payers had their money stolen. #1 his birth was not paid for #2 foster family gets monthly check to produce a nice child. #2 youth authority (not free) #3 police #4 EBT card. White tax payers, Mexican tax payers , Black, Asian all paid to improve his environment. The USA is #1 choice for people all over the world. Everything is HIS FAULT.
I'm not saying this guy is just a victim or that he's innocent, just that it's not simple and he was failed.
I’m an older white man from Louisiana ( also a rebulican)and I’ve always thought that these gang members just wanted this life. Well now that I opened my eyes. Some of these young men just never had a chance because of environment and family. Even though he says he doesn’t regret it, his facial expression says otherwise. If he would have been raised in a good family and a better environment I think he would have turned out different
Fact an I appreciate you taking the time too see how we really feel he just spoke for a majority of us ,I personally kno him an will tell him about this comment b4 any other 1 ....salute ✌🏼 ☮️ luv
MOST not Some
Idk bro, he said his adopted mother was always working at night and asleep during the day so he chose to be out and joined a gang, those are his choices, while his adopted parents worked hard for him, he could of stayed inside and done something else
D Rew do kids usually make the best decision “no “that why we had parents an I’m talking in general
@@richmindking9522 you got me there with the "talking in general" but either way, theyre still his choices and his only
He’s intelligent & even with going through schizophrenia and bipolar disorder hes still able to articulate himself well and actually make sense. Hopefully his life goes in the right direction.
I have both, just because we have the disorder doesn't mean we're all illiterate huge stigma
I have both also. Along with psychosis, adjustment disorder, etc, etc
Molested from age I'm age 4-11 by 2 older cousins. So the trauma stunted brain growth
but
I'm literally smart as fuck. Graduated with associate in carpentry and construction and blueprint reading.
I worked for years with autistic and troubled children.
Was the ONLY female in the piano factory building and tuning grand pianos, and making longboards.
You just have to choose life,. A better one at that.
Cloud420 Godbless you 🙏🏾, an inspiration to all the people dealing with childhood trauma, & disorders if you have the focus, dedication, determination & will power you can still be successful and have a great future.
@@hearanecho Thank you! People automatically think mental disorders make a person "stupid."
@@hearanecho Look, calling it as it is does not mean generalizing or even demeaning someone. Not one person with schizophrenia is the same, and it may affect them in various ways. But the truth is schizophrenia often greatly affects peoples ability to use language rationally because of cognitive issues caused by the mental illness. This does not make them less nor does it make them unintelligent. Here's a video showing how differently schizophrenia can present in different people.
Even if you can't afford it, expose your kids to nice things and great people. Drive them around and show them what's possible. Dream with them. Speak life into them. Keep them in the house if the neighborhood isn’t the best. Be the parent! "Environment is Everthing" -Ice
Forwardthinking504 I try I have a 15 year old son. We live in Minnesota moved from Chicago the gangs here in Chicago are horrible. I want my kids to see more than the gangs and drugs!
@@meoshaarnold9497 Good for you! I did the same with mine. I refuse to have my children believing anything less than best for them. They are so worth it.
@@KRobs601 Yes they are!
@@meoshaarnold9497 put him in sports and the YMCA
@@lorenzoflex7074 Yeah that's the plan once we're back home we're in Chicago right now visting!
"They kill our fathers then make fun of us for not having one!"
That is sum real shit 💯. Only a black 👸 understand a black 🤴. No disrespect to the white women that date black man.
@@antwanjones679 Some how everybody seems to forget that!
‘Only a black understand a black’
Who is they? I’m black AF is this wasn’t my reality at all growing up. He was making choices as a child that had adult consequences “because he wanted to have fun.” Blaming white people for everything is a BS cop out. He’s on trial for murder or attempted murder and I can damn near guarantee the victim looks just like me. BLACK. So who’s to blame?
@@head-like-a-milk-dud963 amen bro. he talkin bout somethin else but i think he mean well
Hate to see him looking down like that
og well when you’re having random question after random question asked and talking about things that aren’t necessarily good memories it’s not exactly easy to make eye contact the entire time.
Lot on his mind... Stressed behind the time he’s facing
I think she means at the very end?
og no she’s saying that because that’s a sign of insecurity, no confidence.
T boogie wit da bun B yes. I’m referring to how down on himself he looks. Makes me sad
Why do people adopt children with shaky relationships and horrible schedules. They’re not dogs you just neglect in the backyard.
anthony Brown I thought you only get money for foster kids, but when you adopt they check your income to make sure you can afford to solely support them
Its not the people its the system that place u where ever
You single?
TommySotomayor's Momma I’m not 😆
Nikki St. Clair damn...too bad
Man I went to school with him when I was younger, never would’ve thought he would be in a gang or anything but he was always smart. That I do remember
He sounds very smart
damn it's a messed up life
Did he join the wrong gang color or what?
Eddy joining any gang is dangerous no matter which gang you join it’s not more dangerous than the other just depending on the color because no matter which side you choose you’re gonna have rivals.
Where we go to scoo at bro.?
We need more resources for our men when they get out of prison. Mentors, shelter, job opportunities for felons, and more programs. Ice is very articulate and I’m pretty sure he qualifies for SSI for his Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Not sure if he’s getting it or not. I would love to see one of the gang members get help and have a update interview. I pray that love, support, an abundance of opportunities, and protection finds him and stays with him for his entire life. ♥️🥺
They’d rather allocate the money back to the rich.
I hope Mark reads these replies but here is a mental health advocacy number in LA. It doesn’t hurt to try.............Mental Health Advocacy Services
3255 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 902
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Phone: (213) 389-2077
Email: info@mhas-la.org
They need resources BEFORE they go to jail. And, the #1 and #2 most important resources are.....mother and father. Period!
John Elejalde they need resources AFTER as well
@@luvchanelle3169 Why not prevent the circumstances that are likely to get them to prison in the first place? Focus on that.
I will never understand the logic of a system that puts children in prison and doesn't allow people to get a job once they get out. Like what do we expect?
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Recidivism is real.... its a for profit system
Well said.
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He's still young, very level headed and has a good understanding of what brought him here. He can do this, but he seem to not believe in himself enough... This one hurts. A young man like me, just born in a fucked up situation. This one hurts...
This one hurts for me too 🥺
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😪 yeah the odds stacked against him. Society wants people to live like a "upstanding citizen" but our environment teaches us to live like a savage because all that's around is destruction poverty and pain. Most gon survive and adapt. This one hurts.
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The comments in here are so heartwarming. I appreciate this community.
You can tell by the way he speaks, even with his disorders. He is a very intelligent young man. He understands the system fully and what he’s up against. It’s a shame that brilliant minds like this fall victim to the streets everyday because of the inequality in this world.
TaleOfADirtyDog he’s got so much potential
I hope he getz another chance to switch up and use that knowledge he has. Thiz video alone can inspire and promote change. I love my people black is so beautiful.
I love all though or better put i respect those who respect me.
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Fine line between genius and insanity....ik.
You can also tell he’s got very violent tendencies. Do I feel for him and the path he’s chosen? Yes. Do I want my daughters or sons around him risking their lives because he may lose it at any small comment or misunderstanding? No. It is what it is. Me and mines won’t be a victim just because of feelings.
I see a handsome young man with great potential if he chooses that path. I wish him the very best
If your into BBC inbox me
@@tonytaylor8217 😂😂
@@tonytaylor8217 gtfo 💀😭
u know he has a murder charge he’s fighting right? that’s not a whole lot of opportunities he has
tony taylor just boutta say lmao
he's crying on the inside
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“Environment is everything.” He tell the truth! The same goes with Malcolm Gladwell’s the ‘Outliers’; its true. I have a friend who has mental issues and it was mainly because of their environment growing up as a kid, yes, they have their own decisions as adults but the environment they grew up in molded(impacted) them in a great way.
“Environment is everything.”
-Ice
There’s a very thin line between nature and nurture.
All malcom gladwell's books are dope
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Such a genuine soul.... the mental health stigma is strong in a lot of communities, unfortunately probably played a large part in this young man's adolescence and teenage years. Hopefully he's more stabilized now, with a diagnosis comes the ability to get treatment & therapy. I'm gonna keep Ice in my prayers, and am sending him positive vibrations🙏 🖤💛💚❤🕊
I would really love to eventually get an update on him in the future...
Same...
Yeah that would be good an update
Jail
There's no future.
it would be great
I need an update on him. I wish I can tell him that’s he’s intelligent and much more. He deserves to hear it.
“Stay in school and don’t do drugs.”
Not easy when the poor kid didn’t have a stable loving home...
Certainly seems to be key to building a better society. Parents+love+boundaries= a good chance of a decent life.
👏 nicely put.
Pungent Farmer I agree.
You know how many people incarcerated that came from a good home ?
resurrected _JEW agreeed
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He’s still young! He’s lucky to be alive. I wish him all the best.
I like this guy. Usually I don't get into the gang member interviews, but he makes me want to watch some of the other ones on here.
@DAPPR 323 No? Guess I didn't get that impression. He just seems like a nice guy.
DAPPR 323 niggka don’t you ever compare dr Dre to a real life gang member or put nip name in the occasion cause nip was a real life gang member and he dead because of his gang banging politics
Leah O'Bannon nip never left his environment n look what happened dumbass all respect to nip tho
DAPPR 323 he started in gangs at the age of *eleven*. Literally a kid. You expect a kid like that to make rational decisions about their future?
@@LadyRow00 thank u ...real recognize real
All I see is soldiers just different war
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Damn real ish brother. The thousand yard stare is in every soldiers eyes, that has seen war...
Binge watching these gang member interviews and all of these guys are so well spoken and thoughtful. So much experience and understanding of life. Damn.
One of the realist interviews. Everything he said was on point
Except for blaming white people for his own choices in life.
@@dirtnibMike meanwhile a white man is probably the only person listening to him and treating him like a genuine human.
@@HiGlowie let's be real, if Mark wasn't making money on these videos he wouldn't be doing it.
Theres alot of truth in his statements!! Wishing you the best!! "ICE"
Ice seems to have somewhat of a warm heart deep inside despite the cold reality. 🧊🥶
Many gang members do.
agreed. I want to hug him.
Living in that environment you have to be tough 24/7 there’s no time to show this side!
That's why I'm grateful for this channel. It shows the complexity of people and their situations.
Most of them do they just dont show it. We all want to love and to be loved.
There is a misconception about jobs not hiring felons. Apply apply apply. Dont give up, dont get discouraged. Start with your local unions. Keep showing your face. Never give up even when it seems pointless. Someone will give you a shot. Be honest and up front about your felony. Good luck
This is so true!!!
maximumchron that is true .. crazy thing is they get paid a lot
Speedboat Cig hook me up with a job
U really think this dude used to robbing and hustling, did years in CYA as a crip is gonna show up every morning and bust his ass on construction site?
lamBETTERthanY0U clearly you can’t read lol nobody said he was .. we are saying there is people hiring felons like construction but some people do not want to work hard
Tears in my eyes and heart is hurting for this young man. He is intelligent and articulate. I am hoping and praying that he gets the help he needs. Dealing with schizophrenia, bipolarism and being a felon isn't easy but you can see he is trying. I know I have said this before,but I wish I could give him a hug and tell him that it will be ok, and that we all are pulling for him!!!
ive watched hours of your videos, and this is the only one ive been compelled to comment on. my heart goes out to him
I just want to give him a hug
He seems very broken
Isn't that sweet. I get that same feeling when I see wild tigers....but, I know better.
You can tell he is a punk give him a hug get real hell Jack your ass in a minute
You wanna give him more than that
Why...he probably killed someone for a dumb ass reason.
He could’ve turned to some kind of modeling even. I think he’d be good at it. People really don’t realize how beautiful they are, and that they can do anything if they really want to.
Nothing to do with beauty
drippin sauce skrr it’s about realizing their worth. Lots of people don’t know that they actually deserve better
Thank you everyone for seeing the "good" in him.
He jus needs a lil guidance and somebody tht truly cares for him he has extreme potential
Why you put the “” around good?
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@@snipeuout59 I think he was being sarcastic
More felons should apply being a truck driver. They’ll have a chance to become successful and make a lot of money. Plus it takes them out of their harsh environment.
Yeah and a truckload of goodies to sell to the homeboys he is as cold as ice
Luis Ortiz it’s messed up that you think like that. Trucking gave plenty of people 2nd chances to provide for themselves and their families.
Most trucking companies do not want felons. In fact, they want as clean of a record as possible. My late brother went to trucking school, graduated with a 3.9, passed his class A CDL first time he took it. Most trucking companies didn't want to hire him because he had a misdemeanor. He had to go with a company so terrible, they no longer exist because of the safety violations and accidents.
Stephie G So he had one single misdemeanor? I don’t believe that.. You can get into the military with 2 DUIs
@@ThejeffJr8 yeah the trucking industry is different. You can get a job, but decent companies are quite picky.
I'll be praying for this young man. He's pulling at my heartstrings. Reminds me of my little brother.
And your pulling at my heart with ya beauty 😍😔
He’s right your environment plays a huge part in your upbringing, they didn’t ask to be born into this world or into these poor environments
You make yo own choices
@@lorenzoflex7074 not as a kid
@@Arn3z facts
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He was Lost. He Seems So Shy n Sweet. I Wish i could help him. Hold Your Head Up King 👑💞
Thank u ma
@@icedagreatofficial2915 Factz Love🙏
Respect
@@icedagreatofficial2915 I Woke Up W you on my mind. Just wanted 2 know how you are. Im Praying For You.🙏
You Have Royal Blood Running Thru You n You're A
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So i Just wanted to check ya💞
@@icedagreatofficial2915 Sweetie I will keep you in my prayers
You can hear the frustration in his voice. I think he wants to be a good guy but like he said the opportunities just aren't equal.
Smart kid,that diagnosis is a start to changing his life, hopefully he won't spend the rest if his life in prison and has the chance to do things differently
Bitch that's a grown man...he not a kid
@@kamkruger8828 😂😂
Wonder what the outcome of his court case was?
Still very young, still has a chance to change his life around, if everybody’s a sinner then everybody can be a winner, hope he gets to experience that.
How old is he?
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You gave a great interview technique. Here you Empathize with your subject to get them to open up. Most people's instinct would be to ask why did or didn't you do this and that would have immediately made him close up
Mark is a master interviewer/listener.
Lol. Probably because he doesnt seem them as a subject...and is SINCERELY interested in their STORY.
I know it's not a derogatory term or anything. But I truly believe the reason he gets them to open up is because he SINCERELY has the objective curiosity.
And doesnt even think too hard about the presentation or how it turns out.
He Just wants their RAW STORY.
I’m a high school teacher who always gives my students a Love Language questionnaire. Increasingly, students are saying their love language is “quality time” spent with someone they care about. Our kids need us.
I see myself in him a lot, I’m not that much older 30 years old. But I relate just from being in the foster care system,mental illness, in and out of jail ,Felonies,drug addiction, gang bangin. But trust and believe you can make the change bro, takes time and a whole lot of effort but it’s possible. I wasn’t getting no jobs due to my Felonise, then I decide to go to school get a trade and now I can have my own business working towards that goal at least.
You are awesome and are on the right path. Keep going and don't stop 💪!
Wow, congrats! Glad you furthered your education. Hope God sends more blessings your way!
Thank you so much for the encouraging words means so much.
I'm glad you've sorted your life out, I hope it all works out.
@@majinbuuu9042 well done you for all your hard work, I hope you achieve your goals.
Wow I’m praying for this young man! 🙏🏾💛
Everytime he held his head down, it tugged at my heart strings.
His natural AND adoptive parents let him down...but there IS hope for this young man. He's very intelligent.
I usually skip the gangster stories, as I had my pre-conceived notions that they're mostly evil, cocky individuals, but WOW, this changed my whole mentality....
U just described the pimps.... i dont watch the gey or pimps
No, those are the pimps. I can't stand them
The most underrated swu interview I've seen.
These interviews are very enlightening. Sometimes its hard to realize how your choices and actions affect your life and everyone in it. Damn man I feel for these people. Life is just so damn tough sometimes. It's easy to say F. It and just completely throw your whole life away in one moment.
Thanks for sharing bro!
It’s a revolving door when we send people away for rehabilitation but then they can’t get a job with a felony
He’s so right. Your environment plays a major role in a persons life. Told myself that I will never raise my child in the hood and I work hard to stay in a good suburban area!!!!
I completely understand what u mean...however rather in the hood or not it's on the parents/guardians to stay on a child's ass. I was raised in the hood but I'm not a product of it. I'm a success story but that's cuz my family had standards, morals, were religious etc.
Mz Fancy facts! I got a divorce and raised my three sons in the hood until someone threw a brick through the school bus window. I got a promotion and moved north. I kept my foot in their necks( not beating them) I trained them like the Word says and not one of them got in trouble on my watch! Years later one went to jail when he was on his own at 25, and he tells everyone that he put himself in jail-the truth! You can lead a horse to the water but you can’t make them drink it!
There's evil everywhere, including the suburbs. Just gotta protect the kids the best way you can. Stay safe everyone!
I was raised in the hood 🤷♀️ my moms a teacher she went to college also so being in the hood is a fucking And excuse that people use 🤷♀️ it’s up to you I’m 16 and got my whole life planned I’m not using we’re I came from as an excuse and set back
@@mairef3596 I totally agree.
Crack destroyed to many black families in America( not meaning to exclude other groups touched by the epidemic) The effect it has had on the ensuing generations of the African Americans has been tragic.
My father smokes crack on Skid Row now. He lost weight and gave up on his appearance. Never knew him to be that way. He always was spiffy and sharp. Now he's an ordinary smoker!!
My father got addicted to crack, he got a mandatory minimum in "95. I seen him all the time up until then. I never seen him again after he was arrested.
I hear a lot of gangs talking about the the guns and drugs left in crates in alleys , I believe them 😢
Shitt guns easy to get age 13 I found a gun in school
Yea I’ve heard of this several times, from ppl in different states across the nation
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I really hate how felonies make it so hard or even impossible to get into the work force. Needs to be levels to that shit.
Why do something that could get you a felony when you know what could happen in the long run ie. hard to get a job.
Yeah...Like the Scarlet Letter for LIFE!!!
It is unfair, even with Misdemeanors!
There is a reason for everything!!!!!
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It may not be what you do. You mis-judge and in the wrong place at the wrong time!!!
All people don't do these things deliberately!
Please don't say that!
It depends on the crime in my opinion. But you are right for most part.
@@eman5280 that's why I said levels. Cheers
He needs to sit with his head up and I believe he will find his way he needs to believe in himself more he has a purpose in his life. One thing he said stood out is that your environment plays a big role on how you are as a person maybe the environment/lifestyle you are surrounded by is making you feel there is no opportunities for you. There is many opportunities for you and you're still young so you can definitely make something out of yourself and be contempt in life. The first thing that he can probably start with is probably getting his GED/Diploma from adult school that will probably knock down those walls where he may feel like there is nothing coming his way. Im confused I thought jail provides resources/programs for people who may have a record to help them get jobs or is that what the half way house is for?
They need to apply themselves too. Its not just one way
After jail, the system doesn't provide the resources you think. At best, they may get you into a group house, pay first month's rent, bus ticket, and very little else.
Shewolfe 49 glad somebody said it. These dudes start selling crack and shooting earlier than 15 and going crazy trying to figure out where they gonna get a meal. A GED, a job, and society isn't even a passing thought.
i sure wish Ice gets to read the positive comments up in here.
Believe me he has. I've seen him comment on some of the comments
Man I wish him the best 💪🏾💪🏾
He tries to play cool but you can see the stress he's in. I hope he turns his life around some how🙏🏾
Our boys are hurt , this breaks my heart . I’m glad he was given this platform , everybody’s not what people make them out to be . He just trying to survive 🥺
I just want to grab this young man and hug him. Society continues to fail our young folks daily.
This got me: "Our lives just ain't the same. I don't live by the rules. As much as I want to, I see that's not going to get me no where. But it's how you play it."
He seemed like he choked up a little when mark asking him about his future.
I can't really articulate how this young man made me feel. His intelligence and self awareness are so awe inspiring that he's the kind of person I wished I had for a big brother. And yet his path in life is one of self destruction. It's heartbreaking. I wish him peace and redemption.
Community Revolution In Progress 💯✊🏾
The way he paints pictures and create feelings with his words, he could be an outstanding author
He said "16 with a Telsa" We all know what he meant though:-)
I could see him being a model as well, he has a distinct face 🥺
He needs a follow up very interesting story
Yeah we need an update on this one Mark....I want to see my good brother in a good space and I pray he gets there👏💪
Ice, I hope you find your way. Make your way to the Good Path! God wants you to come to the table, He has a place set for you! Please take care, sending you love and compassion!
You are a product of your environment! I grew up in the inner city of Baltimore Maryland. I thankfully made the choice to join the military, and get myself out of there. Most of my friends was either dead, in jail, or hooked on some kind of drug. Stay safe Ice💪🤙
Baltimores ruff just moved back home to OK from out there...liced there for 10 years and the craziest shit i ever saw in life was in bmore...learned a lot about life out there...wouldnt change a thing tho
One of favorite gang member interviews. Straight up to his word, none of the glorifying the life as if he was this hard-core gang banger. He needed attention and love all his life.
Ice is my nickname too. It’s stands for “I Control Everything”.
You control your boyfriend
lamBETTERthanY0U naw but I control your mama 💯 😅😂🤣😆
Bullshit he don't even control his .mind
Luis Ortiz i see you’re on a trollin spree. Either you’re bored or having a bad day. Either way I hope you overcome that.
That's Dope.
I really appreciate this mature comment section. I've noticed that Ice is extremely self aware of his actions, his mental illness and how he grew up. When you grow up in rough and broken conditions, it's hard to overcome that when you're surrounded by drugs, gangs and violence which a lot of people on the other side of the screen don't understand.r (people who just call people like him "punks") like he said "your environment is a factor of how you grow up" it's hard to overcome that, but when you become self aware, it's a good first step in the right direction in my opinion.
The consequences are just so heavy
You can see the pain in my boys eyes. Hope he’s able to over come all the issues and problems that life has thrown at him.
The Loc really smart my mans patience is on god level
such an articulate young man... hope his life goes well
Ice, you remind me so much of my friend in NYC. You’re the same age as him. His dad was affiliated and my friend was raised in that unstable environment. But he got out. He started reading. He started doing things for himself and following his passions. He said, “Fuck what people think I am, fuck what people expect me to become, and fuck anybody who doubts me.” He pulled himself out the mud. I know you can, too. I’ve never heard someone as self-aware as you. You know what’s up. You know. So whatever happens to you, just know that it’s not too late. It’s never too late. You just gotta start caring more about you, and less about what’s expected of you, what you’re “supposed” to be doing, and what other people think. You think you have a linear, narrow path in life because that’s all you know, all that’s been expected of you. Open your eyes and you’ll see the path is actually wide as hell and beautiful and full of people who wanna walk with you if you can free yourself. Break the fucking cycle. I wish I could meet you. I know you got this.
Inspired by these videos. Thank you.
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This is a Crip with a heart of gold
Could tell he a good dude, Product of his environment tho. Goodluck with your case Cuzz
it took me a minute to understand what he meant by “football numbers” when asked about his possible prison sentence
Me too. I had to google it:
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Honest to the 💯. LOVED your interview, bro! Keepin' it REAL. Blessings & favor, man. 🙏❤
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I'm 45 from Chicago I've been through similar things that he has but it comes a time in life when you have to grasp a hold of ur life and make decisions that better your life and stop pointing the finger at society and everybody else frfr 💯
I'm 40 from ROBBINS projects Chicago and I agree 100% 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💪🏾
*Every interview I've seen in the studio... I hear sirens go by.*
*And every damn time, I think they're driving by my house. Haha*
I like him, he’s a very smart guy & he definitely knows wrong from right just lacked the resources 😔
Good morning everyone! Sending love and light from Texas
915 Strong ♥️
Buenos dias☀️ Good to see a fellow 915er👍🏽
Good morning! What's 915?
Your almost at a million !!! You are kicking ass.
Praying for you bro . I know it was lonely growing up . I have a brother that was adopted and I pray one day to find him . Your right . Your environment is everything..... keep on pushing. No matter how your parents were , be strong 💪 and know god had never left you , he loves us all . God bless you 🧊 ice
Alot of us didn't have doctor and lawyer parents driving a Tesla
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@@lorenzoflex7074 correct that's my point I was making
True when it come down to it he chose his path and surroundings as a adult...he's brainwashed by victim mentality
He’s very smart, I pray that He is saved and that he leans on God, God can heal all his pain. Praying for him 💙
Amen
gOld. rm I just pray he opens his heart and let’s god in,because god is always there.
He's sound and has some good insights. Wish he could just start over but how...
Awe..... Ice ..... 💔- these interviews are definitely a form of therapy for people
Awww he’s handsome & seems to be genuine. Just a rough environment he was forced to grow up in. Hope he finds success 💛
He is still very young. I hope that he finds his way out of this lifestyle. He seems to be very smart.
Almost every single one of these stories has the same background in common & it’s always the parents failing their children. I feel like with the proper upbringing he could’ve had a better chance at life, of course he still has a chance now but the possibility would’ve been higher had his parents did right by him.
His mother was a nurse, she worked hard ..she didnt fail him
That’s just his mom, his DAD who is also his parent was a “rolling stone” in & out running the streets that wasn’t a good example or role model for a child.
He was neglected.
Da parents did wat they could. Could've possibly did more. . They just didn't know how. It's deeper than the parents.
@@icedagreatofficial2915 no, they didn't do what they could.
They neglected him! Don't give them excuses! They failed him even if not their intentions. His dad especially dropped the ball.
This is the thing I don’t like about America, if you go to prison, it’s like basically your life is over...
Aye one thing about it is the realist people go through the most ish.
You gotta stay prayed up.
He gone make a way.
I bet I can’t get half of y’all to support my movement... I rap but when I gain a bigger audience I have something special in store and its deeper than rap. But I need my people to fwm.
May peace be upon all y’all on this post...
You remind me so much of my dude... he grew up in watts... same shit come with it especially in the environment. Just like I tell him everyday I understand you do what you have to do, but you can achieve great things beyond this shit. Your smart and have passion behind your words. You seem like a wonderful person and your in my prayers 💕