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"...IT'S UP TO GOD."
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS 4X Best TV Personality Award Winner At The SCM Awards 1X Internet Hustler Of The Year Award At The SCM Awards 4X Media Personality Of The Year Award Winner At The Memphis Hip Hop Awards 2X Grind Hard Award Winner At The Knoccdown Awards Attended Essence Festival & A3C Festival as Working Media
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BRINK YOUNG BRINKLEY WILSON
Born Brinkley Wilson, award-winning TV personality "Brink Young" got his start at the age of 21 uploading vlogs on YouTube which became known as Brink! TV. 7 months later, he transitioned into a television career hosting a local music video show on public access cable. After 2 years of hosting, he left to further develop BrinkTV and eventually pursue his own television venture. Brink went on to meet and work with a plethora of stars, build brands for aspiring entertainers, and attend major events/award shows. Brink TV has successfully been on television since the Fall of 2013.
HOW HAVE YOU IMPACTED YOUR COMMUNITY? Prior to the pandemic, I was a part of efforts that visited the elderly in retirement homes, taught and mentored children ages 5-17, as well as clothing giveaways for the community.
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Do your research Invest in yourself Listen more than you talk Don't be afraid to ask questions Be coachable
WHAT WERE YOUR TOP 3 MOST HELPFUL RESOURCES? My top 3 most helpful resources have been social media, cameras, and computers. Those 3 items helped me to create an award-winning platform.
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HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS WITHIN YOURSELF, ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR, OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? I experienced suicidal thoughts twice in my life. The first time was due to medication I was taking which had side effects of suicidal thoughts. Imagine being ill with the flu, taking medicine prescribed to you in an attempt to feel better, but only to feel much worse both physically and mentally. In 2016, that was a reality for me, and became one of the scariest times in my life.
HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. I wasn't able to control the incoming thoughts, but I was able to suppress them as best as I could. My second encounter with suicidal thoughts came during a time where life was becoming skewed in several aspects of my life. Even with a strong personal relationship with God, I found myself dancing with doubt due to financial issues, relationship issues, people turning on me, and the feeling that I "failed" in life because I wasn't where I wanted to be. There was one instance where I was going to close my eyes and drive into a busy intersection. Just as I approached the intersection, I closed my eyes, but God wouldn't allow me to accelerate. After a few seconds, I opened my eyes and realized that God has a bigger purpose for me than I could imagine.
WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? What I learned from that experience was that it's not up to us; it's up to God. The Lord's Prayer says "Thy Will Be Done", not my will be done. We're just here. God is in control.
GNUOY KNIRB
"...THE LORD'S PRAYER SAYS "THY WILL BE DONE", NOT MY WILL BE DONE."
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JSLAVE WHO IS JSLAVE? JSLAVE is a 27 year old hip-hop/rap artist out of the Chicagoland area located in northwest Indiana. He’s been making music most of his life of all different genres, but has been officially releasing his music for less than a year. Instagram: jslavemusic Facebook: JSLAVE YouTube: Official JSLAVE SoundCloud: JSLAVE LIFE GOES ON MUSIC VIDEO https://youtu.be/oODmVOgwZGs MISUNDERSTOOD https://youtu.be/6ZllwnYcFsQ ALL TRACKS OFFICIALLY RELEASED IN ONE PLAYLIST https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPAxp7O-
HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE YOU A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO SUICIDE?
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I lost my father to suicide the day before my 23rd birthday in 2016. I also dealt with suicidal thoughts off and on. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. I’ve had a lot of setbacks mainly linked from his suicide. The process I went through was substance abuse, mainly, denial, hostility, and aggression. WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? My father; alone. He was my biggest fan of my music. He actually booked my first ever studio time when I was 16. WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE, AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? “Life Goes On” was my first single that I actually released legitimately; including a music video. I wrote it first as a letter to my father saying everything I’ve been wanting to say to him since he left. I ended up making it rhyme, and when I first heard the beat, it was over. When I first heard my voice on that song, I cried tears of joy. It was as if my soul was finally free.
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DAOSHIZ
"...I needed to do more than just saying the right things to say." HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE YOU A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO SUICIDE?
WHO IS DAOSHIZ?
I can honestly say I haven’t, but I know people that have depression and was told that they felt like they were stuck in a dark place.
Born and raised in Camden, NJ, Daoshiz started rhyming at age 12. He loves the art of it and he writes almost every day. Years went by and he wanted to rap with the best of them. He worked with legends in the game; Edidon and Young Noble (the Outlawz) and Cee knowledge legendary (Digable Planets) just to name a few. He was in and out of jail almost his whole life. Now, he’s doing life in this music.
HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. It affected me in so many ways. I feel responsible. My mother was going through some things when she told me she felt alone. I just gave her a hug and said to her that she was not alone. WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? That really put me in a position where I needed to do more than just saying the right things to say. The greatest thing I took from that was that no matter what people go through, never ignore the signs. When my mother passed away, I felt like I failed her. WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? The meaningful song I’ve done was, and still is, “Stories”. They tell the story of one that is self-structured and why we reflect what's going on with the world today from bullying to the color of your skin.
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KRYS BARRY
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"DO WHAT YOU HAVE PEACE ABOUT."
KRYS BARRY Chicago native with Midwest lyricism and southern swagger. Krys Barry. An artist definitely in his own lane. From melodic hooks to ferociously creative punchlines enveloped in southern production, he is a total package. Basing music on past relationships, struggles, society, and the overall grind of success Krys Barry is definitely worth listening to. Rhyming since the age of 12 with inspiration such as Tupac, Biggie, Bone Thugs N Harmony, Twista, Do or Die, Psychodrama, Jay z, OutKast, Lil Wayne, Drake, Busta Rhymes, Kanye West and the Iconic Eminem just to name a few. While he prefers not to be Labeled as a particular type of artist, most of his music is found under Rap/Hip Hop. "Almost everything I write about is personal in some way. If not, just relatable to so many listeners.", the rapper quotes when asked about his musical topics. The Krys Barry sound has graced a few Compilations including Coast2Coast mixtapes RnB vibes 44, n Midwest Stand Up vol2, Lambo Goals via Spotify.
5 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN THE INDUSTRY Songs on various FM radio stations Number1Music G.O.A.T. List Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes Spotlight Artist Meeting The Game Recording a feature with Freddie Gibbs
5 TIPS AND ADVICE FOR ASPIRING YOUTHS IN THE INDUSTRY. Stay Humble Learn the Business Create a team Network Do what you have PEACE about
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HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? As A youth dealt with depression and suicide thoughts due to environment. The emotional process was long because my household was abusive in ways. It affected the way I saw myself and how I believed others saw me. I was angry. Like a super Saiyan or something. Felt like no one cared and the world wouldn't miss me if I were gone. I dealt with depression and self esteem issues through writing songs and playing sports. My biggest take away was Jesus. And loving myself as my saviour does. Music was the ONE thing I was good at. My muse. My outlet. My Haven.
Instagram.com/Krysbarry Facebook.com/Krysbarry Numberonemusic.com/Krysbarry Reverbnation.com/Krysbarry YouTube.com/Krysbarry84 Twitter.com/Krysbarry Streaming: Amazon, Anghami, Apple Music, MediaNet, Deezer, Instagram/Facebook, Google Play/YouTube, iHeartRadio, ClaroMusica, iTunes, KKBox, NetEase (beta), Pandora, Saavn, Shazam, Spotify, Tencent (beta), Tidal, TikTok/Resso, Triller (beta), and Soundtrack by Twitch
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KING BROSTAR
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KING BROSTAR Facebook: KingBrostar Instagram: KingBrostarNYC YouTube: https://youtu.be/LFnACWmFHs4 Itunes: http://itunes.apple.com/album/id/1536539905 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6lFpkfA7wI0WniJ2n5OMvi
Born and raised in the streets of The Bronx, Juan Marcos Gonzalez, also known as, King Brostar, has made many transitions throughout his life along his path to development and enlightenment. King Brostar has built up a cult following with his charisma and leader like persona. He has grown to become a hood celebrity. This is in part due to his kaleidoscopic music which merges all the facets of life in balance just as a kaleidoscope merges colors into a beautiful design. Through his creative artistry, Brostar sends messages with his sound, without losing the street aspect, finding that perfect balance between the good and the bad of life’s experiences. As his name expands further with every release, he aims to further open up and share his craft until his music reaches every corner of the world. Brostar is an exceptional artist, and his grind has already started showing it’s efforts. His vision is to use his music coupled with his workouts to bring joy and hope to the world. It’s Brostar’s time to shine and he’s ready for all that is coming his way. Follow him online to stay up to date with his upcoming single and contest and stay connected to his current and future releases.
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HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? Yes, I have dealt with suicidal thoughts when I was younger and I thank God I am not a suicide survivor. Unfortunately, I have experienced the loss of a loved one due to suicide. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. Death affects everyone differently, and in my case it saddened me, made me depressed but most of all angry. It saddened me deeply, but, on the flip side, it made me go harder and never want to to give up because life is too precious. We are all here for a special reason. WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? Reaching out. I reached out for moral and emotional support to my mom and others. That assisted with my understanding of life and death. I used my imagination to deal with it, and I expressed that through my music. WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? “Have U Eva” is a song about being without. It’s a song about being able to live and be happy without certain things and being powered by nature. Sometimes being without is having more and gives you more. This song just came to me like a message from God. In my single “Flavor Flav” there’s a line where I say, “Witnessing horrible happenings still can’t believe this is happening through it all I’m still imagining better days. I’ll pursue it. I’m passionate”. That’s how I’ve lived my life and have made it this far by using my imagination; which is the beginning of everything. The mind is power.
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Crystal, also known as, Crystal C, is an independent artist that grew up in Houston, Texas. She started writing at the age of 10 years old after a tragedy that she went through, and it changed her life. She grew up singing in a church choir which was called Missouri City Church of Christ. At the age of 19, Crystal recorded her first song with Ju Fresh from Mo City, Texas. The song is titled “True Hip Hop”. She always watched performers such as Beyoncé, Monica, and Keisha Cole. She always pictured herself being on television putting on a show in front of a big crowd. After another tragedy years later, which broke her down completely, Crystal decided to stay strong and continue her music with the help of her mom, god-parents, god-sister, big brothers Bruce, Brandon, and her best-friend Krystal; staying by her side. She dropped her first video title “Betrayed” and is now working alongside Slidin Ent. as an independent artist. She hopes to get her story heard some day and put on a big performance.
HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? Yes, growing up in Texas was really tough for me, especially without a father figure, mom on drugs, and dealing with sexual abuse. You’re out looking for love in the wrong places and end up being in an abusive relationship. It had gotten to a point where I lost myself. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. I felt like no one loved me, and I didn’t want to be in this world anymore. I was going through sadness, depression, and I would smile on the outside but feel totally different on the inside. I would pray and write my music. This helped me through a lot of my days. WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? The biggest thing I learned, with dealing with this experience, is that looks can be deceiving. Pay attention to the signs, never fall, and put your trust in a man/woman so quick. Never lower your standards just to please someone. Do what makes you happy WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? I have a song titled “Betrayed”. The reason behind that song is the most meaningful because the motivation came from my abusive relationship. There were times I wanted to give up, but I kept pushing.
Who is Rflxwon? Artist, Songwriter, Visionary, Businessman, Activist, and Community Leader these are just a few titles to describe the phenomenon that is Reflxwon. Limitless lyrical abilities hitting every end of the spectrum, he navigates through fun and creative, to inspirational and profound lyrics, taking us through an eargasmic journey. He demonstrates dynamic performance energy, and a mesmerizing look that enhances the entertainment experience of all those fortunate to witness his greatness, he exudes, and yet redefines true artistry in Hip Hop. It’s no doubt, his lyrics are SICK, “Pardon my French but I’m Haitian, and my relation to this rap game is a doctor, not a patient...”, but there’s more to this beast of talent that meets the ear.
HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? I've lost loved ones and friends to suicide. Just the exposure to the reality that a human being would willingly take their own life is a sobering concept. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. The age at which a person might be exposed to that type of trauma must be factored in as well. so when it comes to remembering and recalling how suicide can affect people, it can vary. Because as young kids, if you have a parent or a loved one or a mentor take their own life, you may not understand why things like that happen or why God would allow things like that to happen. WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? My greatest takeaway was feeling the loss of a close friend and feeling the loss of a mentor who I shared a special musical bond with. I realized that I would never get to play music with him again. I thought to myself , how bad must that sound have been to make him shoot himself? WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS? I was the second artist ever signed to Thug World Music Group, which is Spice 1, the legendary bay rappers label. I am a Power 92.3 freestyle champion in Arizona. I am affiliated with the legendary funk group mandrill since its conception and founding. I've been part of the Universal Hip Hop Museum West Coast chapter and liaison for Arizona, Nevada, and California.
SMOUHHHOPERATOR Facebook: Hotcommodity Smoothoperator Instagram: smouhhhoperator_28 SoundCloud: SmouhhhOperator Youtube: SmouhhhOperator
SmouhhhOperator was born in Chicago, IL, but is originally from the suburbs in Maywood, IL. She is 29 years old and is a scorpio. She's been doing music since 2013. That is also the year she left Chicago. She moved to Charleston, WV and recorded her first track there. Her first performance was at a house party in the Boondocks. From then, till now, she hasn’t stopped.
In 2019, she did her first music video. In 2020, she did her first club performance in Gary, IN. In March 2021, she dropped her first mixtape DA WARM UP. Her passion is music. She loves music. She's an upcoming female artist with a story that will touch souls and also vibe with her. SmouhhhOperator is a whole vibe.
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"...EVERYBODY NEEDS SOMEBODY. I’VE REALIZED THAT YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT ANYBODY IS GOING THROUGH, AND SOME PEOPLE DON'T SPEAK ON THEIR PROBLEMS."
HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL
WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT?
THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT?
The greatest take away from this is let’s show more love. Let’s show that we care. Let people know that they’re not in this by
I have never dealt with suicidal thoughts, but I have been
themselves. We can express that by calling more, seeing a
around people that encountered those thoughts. Life is
person, having conversations, and just reaching out to one
precious and you only have one life to live. Life isn’t easy.
another. Just telling a person, “have a nice day” can go a long
Everyday is a test. You've got to roll with the punches and
way. That can make somebody’s day. Everybody needs
keep going. Live everyday knowing you are loved and you are
somebody. I’ve realized that you don’t know what anybody is
somebody. You are love. Once you have that instilled in you,
going through, and some people don't speak on their problems.
you’ll be surprised what you overcome. Nobody I know has
Just because we don't speak on our problems doesn’t mean
committed suicide, but I do send my love and condolences to
we’re not facing them. Suicide is real. Depression is real. Let’s
everyone that did lose somebody due to suicide.
show more love in the world. Let’s start today, right now, reaching out to our friends, families, and strangers. You are not
HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE
alone. You are astonishing kings and queens.
EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH.
WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT?
It affects me because we live in a world when you don’t know if you’re going to make it tomorrow. Knowing that someone took
The most meaningful song I’ve made is “LGBT”. The story
their own life is devastating. It's a hurtful feeling and also
behind that is that I grew up playing sports, so, I was always
painful, but we can't judge a book by it’s cover. A lot of people
around boys because I felt like that was my competition. Not
are fighting depression and mental health daily that we don’t
only that, at some point in my life, I just wished I wasn't a
know about. Just be kind and show lots of love because
female. I really did wish I was born a dude. So my advice and my
somebody needs it, and you won’t even know until you give it.
message is, be whoever you want to be in life. Chase your dreams. People will talk regardless if you’re doing good or bad. Just do what makes you happy in life. Live everyday like it’s your last.
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BENJI WHO IS BENJI? BENJI is from Memphis, TN. Currently living in Hollywood, working with and managed by Kush Family Ent. Benji’s former manager, celebrity manager, and former president of Murder Inc, Kal Dawson, taught her a lot in the industry. He also gave her opportunities to book his artist and to open up for Beanie Sigel; one of the artists he works closely with. Benji is getting spins on Detroit Unplugged Radio, Dirty South Radio, Pandora, and iHeart Radio and has been in On The Rise magazine in L.A. and Hype Magazine out of Atlanta. Benji has also landed roles in 4 films since she arrived in Hollywood less than a year ago. “This is only the beginning”, says Benji..."Hollywood I'm Here To Stay.”
WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT?
My Most meaningful song would be “PAIN ON PAPER”. It talks about poverty in America and how to hold on and keep striving regardless of how your circumstances may appear. I also have a song titled “FLOATING IN THE AIR”. It talks about giving your dreams up for a man who you eventually end up leaving after investing years of commitment.
Instagram: benjiofficialpage Facebook: TERRIE HURD (the real benji) Twitter: BENJIKDMT Youtube: BENJI "U CAN" "TIL THE SUN COME UP"
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SOUTH MAINE
"...I grow from it everyday."
HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE YOU A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO SUICIDE? While I've never been a person to have suicidal thoughts, I've lost some people that I hold in very-high regard to it. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. It will have a life-long affect on me simply because I try to see the good in people. Whether it’s family or not, to know that life was cut short for them, by them, doesn't sit too well with me mentally or emotionally. To describe this the best way possible, I grow from it everyday and have a better handle on life in all facets.
WHO IS SOUTH MAINE? South-Maine is a person with a vision for his business and music. He understands well that nothing can be guaranteed in the music industry. This fact leads him to take a further step to make sure that the new single he produced can be widely accepted and spread to the masses in a relatively short time. He collaborates with Ingrooves/Universal Music Group, and creates a great deal with them. The hip-hop singer is really looking forward to reaping the fruits of his labor.
WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? Life is such a precious gift and never take it for granted. WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? The most meaningful song I've wrote and recorded is entitled “Blackcard”. After Trevon Martin was murdered and my daughter had to see it on TV the way she did, I just decided to use my voice about that and also point out that it had been happening for years.
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BLACC KHALEAF Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/4fN7UQSva1OBC KUIRUb4uG?si=754pqNfEQmCQRnTUUno8_ Youtube: https://youtu.be/7u_SAQmcrnI
BLACC KHALEAF is an aspiring upcoming artist. He states, “I say artist because I don't want to put myself in a box and refer to myself as a "Rapper" but I am a lyricist, a poet, and someone who speaks about real life events.”
He was born in Newburgh, New York. Some may know it as the murder capital of New York, but he entered into adulthood in Georgia in the surrounding Atlanta areas.
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"...I THOUGHT ABOUT THE ENERGY THAT PEOPLE GIVE ME WHO REALLY LOVE ME, AND I THOUGHT ABOUT WHERE WOULD THEY GIVE THAT ENERGY IF I WASN'T AROUND." HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL
WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT?
THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT?
The biggest thing that I take away from having those thoughts, is that I had to consider the people that truly love me and truly
The answer to that is, yes. I’ve had thoughts as a black man
know the real me; the real BLACC KHALEAF. I thought about
coming up in today's society. There are so many different
the energy that people give me who really love me, and I
challenges we face and so many different facades that are
thought about where would they give that energy if I wasn't
incorrect about the black man, so yes, I have considered taking
around. I also figured out that it was selfish of me to even
my own life. Trying to prove myself against the different things
consider taking my own life because I was unhappy with the
that people say negatively about the "black man".
way the world depicted me. I had to change that for myself. I had to convince them that I was a good man on my terms.
HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT
WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE
THROUGH.
AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT?
Emotionally, it really affected me which prompted me to put
The most meaningful song that I've made thus far is my single
my emotions into my music. All of my experiences are in my
"CHERISH”. I speak about the things that we cherish as a
music because when you're steadily trying to prove yourself
people; of all shade, creed, and nationalities. These things we
against negative energy and negative assumptions, it's very
cherish the most really have no value i.e.: money, cars, jewelry,
hard. Especially when you have the media, the news, and your
partying, and etc. We need to start cherishing love, life, and
society believing all those negative untruths that are reported
family. Those are the things that don't depreciate and never
about being a black man.
will. In my song “CHERISH”, I have a phrase that goes “We move down south with our up-north dreams, but we're still n*****..... " That phrase truly means that we as black people were enslaved in the south, but yet we're up north and we still migrate back down to where we were mistreated, where we were shackled, and where we were lynched just to prove ourselves once again. In the eyes of some, we are just still n******. We as a people, especially the black man, need to prove that we are just as equal as the next culture. We just have a little bit more flavor like a good gelato.
NATIVE KYNG (NK)
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NATIVE KYNG (NK) NK, otherwise known as Native Kyng and born Johnathan Williams, was born in Flagstaff, Arizona. As he emerges from the southwest, NK originally began as a beat maker but quickly transitioned to being an artist. His previous experience by being a producer has served his career well, and he has quickly made name for himself as an artist. Adding to his musical resume, NK has previously worked with Native World Enterprises, Dramavelibeatz Productions, and many more. He is now Partnering up with Urban Alliance Ent. They have created 562 Entertainment; his new music label. His musical inspirations early on were Eminem, Tech N9ne, Joyner Lucas, and NF. His musical inspirations have helped polish and drive NK towards recognition. His most recent project is titled “NK: Motivated E.P” which is available on all major platforms.
NK has received some great reviews due to the success of his latest release as it has gained traction as of late. He has electrified the crowds from opening for Trinidad James, Kirko Bangz, Paul Wall, Crooked-I, was on the Tribal Nations Music Tour, and currently being considered for several other tours in the works. NK is currently working on his follow up to “NK: Motivated E.P, NK: Still I Rise Album”. He is creating some incredible visuals to engage the fans thirst with his videos “The Recipe”, as well as “The Momma Mia Challenge”, and his newest release "F.W.A.G.S.B.M". NK is fueled by his upcoming new success and fans loving the musical content that he is creating. NK is a name that is not synonymous with Arizona, but he is putting the world on notice that Native Kyng is an artist that is a must watch.
Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCC5Y9-fP_yZTBRO3isW0zsg Facebook: _theofficialnk_ Instagram: _theofficialnk_
NATIVE KYNG (NK)
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HAVE YOU EVER DEALT WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS/DEPRESSION WITHIN YOURSELF? ARE A SUICIDE SURVIVOR OR HAVE LOST SOMEONE TO IT? Yes, I have. I've attempted suicide 3 times In my life. I'm ashamed to say so but it's true. Yes, I have dealt with the pain of losing people close to me to suicide. My kid’s mom was the hardest to deal with. My kids suffer to this day since it happened, but we do our best to get through it. HOW HAS IT AFFECTED YOU? DESCRIBE THE EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL PROCESS YOU WENT THROUGH. Well .. it has definitely taught me to see the brighter things in life. When it gets dark, you look at the stars right? I basically was able to apply the same thing to life. Sometimes the little things mean the most, and sometimes God puts things in your path that you HAVE to go through in order to become who you're meant to be; you know? WHAT'S YOUR GREATEST TAKE AWAY FROM IT? My greatest take away from it is there's a lot of things that are put in our path but what counts is what you learn from it and how you bounce back. Nothing in life is easy, but it'll be worth it. WHAT IS THE MOST MEANINGFUL SONG YOU'VE MADE AND WHAT IS THE STORY BEHIND IT? Well, my biggest, most meaningful song is my newest track on my new album coming out April 20th titled Still I Rise feat. MyaLynn. That track is most definitely one of my best tracks yet. The title in itself speaks for itself. Basically, no matter what life has thrown at me, I still rise with the help from the strength that my God blesses me with daily and the strength my babies give me. They're my main motivation in life.
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IMPACT
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HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO IMPACT THE YOUTH? "My goal is to teach the youth how to create their own job. I understand that college isn't for everyone as well as warehouses are not for everyone, so, it is important for us to teach our children skills or trades that can propel them into entrepreneurship." - Brink Young "I would like to impact the youth in a more positive light. To help them understand their environments and CONQUER the demons within them. To allow them to have a faith and belief that THEY too can make it. All while being schooled in grass cutting for snakes in the yard. In other words, I want to Teach and Lead through my platform." - Krys Barry "I want the youth to know that you can accomplish anything in life. Put your time, your dedication, your love, and your energy into whatever you want to be in life. Don't let anybody tell you that you are not good enough. You are good enough. Chase your dreams. Do what you love and love doing it. With my music, you can relate and know that you can conquer anything no matter how bad it may look." SmouhhhOperator "All I would like to say to anyone that’s going through a tough time is that no matter what, keep pushing. Write a book, a song, poetry, or whatever it may be to let your thoughts out. If it wasn’t for the good man upstairs and the music, I probably wouldn’t have made it. Never let anyone tell you what you can and can’t do." - Crystal C
"I would love to impact the youth of all ages and color who have experienced or given negative energy. Those who have suicidal thoughts, and who don't have family. One thing that I have taken from this is that blood doesn't necessarily make you family. We can love one another and learn to move accordingly on a positive note. It's very important to journal your thoughts; it's therapeutic. Also, it's very important to talk to other people so that we can eliminate suicide, negative energy, homicide, and things of that nature. We have to learn to channel those negative energies and thoughts into something that we love. For me, it's writing. For me, it's music, and it's good music. I have a mixture of everything in my arsenal. Something you could dance to, something you can cry to, but it's all feel good music. I just want to have a positive effect on the world so that when the good Lord does call me home, my footsteps will be embedded across the clouds in the sky. Learn and Love who YOU ARE." - Blacc Khaleaf "Music is the answer. I want my music to inspire our youth to live happier lives, and to believe in themselves. To use all the obstacles that life throws at them and turn them into positives. Through my music and workouts I want to motivate and inspire our youth and show them ways in which they can strengthen their minds, bodies and souls." - King Brostar "I want to impact the youth with positivity through my music. I want to give them songs that’s easy to relate to, yet, have the mainstream sound with my own little twist on it. Every song I have has a story behind it." - JSlave
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"I would hope to make an impact by staying true to who I am. I would want them to understand not disrespect or belittle women. This is why I create so many records about relationships and what they mean to me." - South Maine "The impact I want to put on the youth is that A LONE WOLF IS BETTER OFF WITHOUT THE PACK!" Daoshiz "My message to the youth would be, BE yourself. Be the BEST version of yourself. Don't worry about what the next person is doing or saying. You will always have trials and tribulations but at the end of the day, just know if God brings you to it, He will see you through it. I'm living proof of that. Always remember there's always a light at the end of the dark tunnel, and sunshine and rainbows after the storm." - Native Kyng (NK) "I would like to show the youth, by example, that it is very crucial to take control of your life in every way. Be your own Boss, grow your own foods, build more bridges than you burn, and to always know your rights." - Benji "I would like to just be a positive, vibrant, and energetic example to the youth. It's not only about being young in the music industry....but about aging youthfully when it comes to the industry; if that make sense. I would love to impact the youth by reminding them that music, art ,creation, life, fun, health, and technology are not simply monopolized by the young; through my music and through the messages contained in my music, through the light, the dark, and the shades of grey. Just remind them that we are not enemies. We are here as the experienced elders to simply guide and enjoy while watching the next generation as we protect them and share our love; the love and power of our culture." - Reflxwon
"Be team you. Build your self-love to the point where if someone were to ever ask you 'If you could be anyone in the world, who would you be?'... that your answer is 'Me'. It's not an easy journey, but, I promise you, it is your greatest one yet.
If you've endured losses, don't rush your healing but just know they can't live unless it's through you now. You are a part of what's left of them. Do not let that go to waste. Do this life thing big because you only have one. It's cliche, but we have what they don't now. Live it. It's ok to fall. It's ok to fail. It's also ok to forgive yourself. Give yourself that permission, and that little evil voice inside you that tells you all those lies...that enemy..... don't let that enemy outlive you."
RI ROYAL CEO OF ROYAL TEMPLE PRODUCTIONS SUICIDE SURVIVOR SINCE MAY 2015