Open Letter Freestyle- Wyclef Jean

"Open Letter Freestyle"

Check out Wyclef Jean's freestyle to Jay Z's "Open Letter". Check it out in the video above!

Poetry Contest Submission: The Past of Pain - a poem written by Dominque Conston

The Past of Pain

It's all said but not done.

Helpless and lost as one. 

Searching for the light that shines in the dark.

Clueless, in a world of so many.

Praying and hoping that it all gets washed away.

The life of becoming a stray.

Trying to communicate but nothing answers.

Pleading the case but nothing matters.

Yeah, the mind knows.

Simplifying the process, slowing down the progress.

Maybe you'll guess...

Unidentified lonely steps, becoming one who regrets.

What's worse? He who forgets.

Forgotten in a place that consists of hypocrites.

Idiots, who put lives in danger of the innocence.

But in a sense, it makes sense...

The people, the population, specified by location, struggling, praying it doesn't get taken.

Oriented by culture, the few, the tortured, homeless and less fortunate.

Defiance in a whole.

The abundance in a soul, which seeks drugs and abuses, becoming cold and useless.

Lets optimize that...

Imagine life on a mountain,

Where alcohol becomes a fountain of inspiration,

And drugs become useful medication instead of someone's sweet temptation.

Call it an odd examination, but it's no test, when it's written and laminated. 

Falsified information is what you see.

Description for the blind.

So what's the key?

Faith, in most cases.

No matter your religion or belief.

No more stressing, you determine what you're destined.

Life's written, just read your lesson.

#PrayForBoston

"Tragedy In Boston"

Two killed and 50+ wounded this afternoon in Boston. As bombs were planted in places along the finish line of this years Boston Marathon in what is believed by many to be a form of a terrorist attack but that has not yet been confirmed as so. Seen in the video above the blast was strong enough to knock runners and by standers to the ground. Luckily these bombs detonated after the Marathons nearly 2,000 runners had already crossed the finish line. Still, keep the victims and their loved ones in your prayers #PrayForBoston    

Gone But Never Forgotten: A Candle Light Memorial for Wayne Drummer

RIP Wayne:

Gone But Never Forgotten

It pains me to not be present to attend such a meaningful moment for a person with such a loving and beautiful heart and spirit, but I know it pains his family more than anyone else could ever imagine. Due to the unexpected passing of a close friend of mine Wayne Drummer -whom was stabbed to death by his girlfriend of 5 years in her St. Petersburg apartment- his family and close friends are asking that people come out and offer their condolences and support as we all grief such a tragic event. There will be a candle light memorial outside of 785 Regent Dr, Dekalb, IL tonight at 6 p.m. sharp. If you're in Dekalb and knew of Wayne, I ask that you go to pay your respects. Being that his body remains in Florida, his family is asking that people donate and/or contribute money to help the family cover the expenses of the cost to have him shipped back to Chicago for a proper home going. Anything is greatly appreciated, no amount is too little or too much. If you cannot make it to the memorial, you can still donate by going to www.giveforward.com/fundraiser/fl72/bringanangelhome.  We love you Wayne, and you'll live on through the memories of so many people! I will forever cherish every minute we shared and you'll always have a special place in my heart. We've lost a soldier but God gained yet another one of His angels. Gone but never forgotten, RIP my good friend Wayne! 

Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul.

Matthew 10:28

Oldie But Goodie: "Runaway Love" - Ludacris ft. Mary J Blige

"Runaway Love"

Produced by: Polow da Don

"Runaway Love" is the third single off Ludacris' fifth album entitled, Release Therapy. This is a very powerful track as Luda and Mary J. Blige team up to tell the stories of three pre-teen girls (Lisa, Nicole, & Erika) that face different demons and struggles that affect their childhoods in such a way that would make them want to "run away" to escape their problems. Each of the verses tells a different story for each one of the girls. This track goes to show to never judge a person, because you never know their story or what day to day struggles they have. Take a listen as Luda and Mary encourages the adolescent females to stay strong in the midst of their most difficult lessons. 

"Crunch Time" - J. Cole

"Crunch Time"

This is one of many of my favorite songs from J.Cole's latest EP entitled, "Yours Truly". In this track, Crunch Time, Cole tells the story of a young dude striving to overcome his struggles and make a living to be able to provide for himself and his family. Personally, I can relate to this song because there's those that say they will and then there's those who do as they say....to me this track is about locking down and taking care of business, doing whatever it takes to succeed and not just talking about it. "Looking for strength in this crunch time", raps Cole. Take a listen if you haven't already! If it ain't ANTI then it's WEAK! #BeInspired! 

"I Remember You" - Chief Reg ft. Jahsi Wonder

"I Remember You"

Chief Reg and Jahsi Wonder linked up to drop some heat for the streets! Support the G.O.L camp and  check out their track titled "I Remember You" . Be on the look out for upcoming projects to drop soon from both artists as this is just a preview of what's to come! 

Poetry Contest Submission: RnR Mixed with RnB - a poem by Kimberly Gail

"RnR Mixed with RnB"

Check out this poem titled "RnR Mixed with RnB" and decide if you'd like to vote for Kimberly in the AntiWeak poetry contest!

"Boy Crazy" - Shayna Love

"Boy Crazy"

It's about to get hot outside, so you know what that means....Chicago's own Shayna Love is back with her newest video to her track titled "Boy Crazy" to add fuel to the fire! Check out the video above as Shayna gives us a taste of the summertime Chi! 

"Mission" - Chucky5

"Mission"

Chucky has goals and he doesn't plan on stopping until he reaches them! Check out this Louisiana artist as he spits some hot bars in the newest video for his song titled "Mission". This is just a piece of what you can expect to hear from this GMC artist!