One day I hope to meet Nelson Mandela, Sade, Stevie Wonder, Muhammad Ali, Maya Angelou, Tyra Banks, Harry Belafonte, Quincy Jones, Mariah Carey, Michael Vick, Michael Jordan, Halle Berry, Alicia Keyes, Joe Claussell, Oprah Winfrey, Jessica Alba, Seal & Heidi Klum and family, but most of all anyone who will make it a point in there life to make a difference, reach out and help others when they are in need (COMPASSION). It does not have to be all about money, but to be supportive, give advice.Eventually I will meet my maker but before that time it is my ambition to accomplish many things, 3 of which are (a) Trace my roots, my heritage so I can have that knowledge of my ancestors and about my roots. (b) to meet and thank those personally that have made an impact or influence in my life creatively, spiritually and musically. For those whom have already passed from this world (Bob Marley, Ghandhi, Marcus Garvey, Mr. Martin Luther King & Mrs. Coretta Scott-King, Ray Charles, Lou Rawls, Luther Vandross, Barry White, Minister Malcolm X, Rosa Park, Johnny Cochrane, I can go on, but I know and take comfort knowing we will meet when it's my time to arrive at the gates of paradise, so I can thank you, share thoughts, ideas, stories and knowledge (c) Being an involved, loving, caring, loving and understanding father, an educator and supporter to my children which I was involved with bringing into this world. I want them to experience it and the many good things we are fortunate to have and be a part of while here, but with that said I will ensure they learn the history, see the bad of our existence so they can understand and to have an influence and impact in changing it, fore they will be the future leaders of tomorrow, it is my hope to put an end to the stigma/perception of black men not taking fatherhood responsibly for my children will be cultured to be good people with respect for this world and all those and everything whom inhabit it including the air, ocean and land as the Earth is suffering as a result of we; US and the negative we are expressing to it including the poisoning of our foods, polluting of our air and oceans which many of us depend and utilize for sustinance; Life........fore without clean air, food or water, there will be no existence, no humanity, this would be the end of all life.
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Blaze, Osunlade, Quentin Harris, Fertile Ground, Thievery Corporation, Arnold Jarvis, Amel Larrieux, Ron Trent, Keri Chandler, Ten City (Byron Stingily), Kenny Bobien, Mr. V, Paul Knight, Alix Alvarez, Arnold Jarvis, Jepthe Guillaume, Peven Everett, Robert Owens, Quentin Harris, Tortured Soul, Roy Ayers, Kem, Tiombe Lockart, Alice Russel, Stephanie Cooke, Marvin Gaye, Teddy P, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Patti Labelle, Whitney Houston, Donna Summer, Shannon, Dwele, Carl Craig, Amp Fiddler, Vivian Green, Fertile Ground, Glenn Underground, M.A.W. (Louie Vega), Joe Claussell, Lij Robert Nestor Marley, Ziggy Marley, Damien Marley, Prince Aloysius, Luciano, Peter Tosh, Yellow Man, Bunny & The Wailers, Michael Rose, The Satellites, Black Uhuru, Burning Spear, K-OS, Eman, Kardinall Offishal.All of Toronto's (much love to all my T-dot dj's producers and artists, you know who you are and what you represent, now we have to show the rest of the world that the T-dot is the spot) may your stars shine and your creativity rise above all challenges; GUIDANCE & Love) Montreal/NYC/LA/Chicago world wide house music dj's, producer's and performers. Too many to list, but mad props to jojoflores for bringing me THERAPY - check him at www.gotsoulrecords.com he may be in a town near U. Toronto's House scene is beautiful, we have so many talented dj's and performers who once given the opportunity will "BRING DOWN THE WALLS"Other favourite artists: Sade - "My true soulmate", Aliyaah (RIP), Indie Arie (gifted), Erykah Badu (deep), Jill Scott, Mary J. Blige, Common(creative cat),Dead Prez (A mind is mine, my voice my own if I speak up that's my right, I will use it to express my freedom for I have the weight of my dead ancestors to keep up the struggle to be free) Taleb Kwali, Mos Def, Maxwell, D'Angelo, Omar (England - this cat is for real) LesNubians, Floetry, Shu, Raul Midon, Sara Devine. Eric B & Rakim, Run DMC, Biggie Smalls, BIG PUN (RIP), JayZ, Nas, WuTang - you know they gotz to big up EasyE, L.L.,Tupac no doubt, going crazy on ya with a little DAS FX for those who really know.I prefer everything Soulful from old town blues, Motown, jazz, funk, RnB, hip-hop, disco, gospel, neo-soul, reggae, afro latin, garage house, classic house and deep house as well latin music, Indian Music, some classic rock, Hendrix, Zeppelin, Deep Purple, I also enjoy Seal, U2, Genesis, Rush, Lenny Kravitz, as well I enjoyed some older punk (THE CLASH, The Sex Pistols, The Ramones), I listen to Depeche Mode, Smiths, New Order, Echo & the Bunnymen, I have a wide taste in music.I also enjoy from time to time a little classical (Handel, Beethoven even Bach) the soul gives unity to what it looks at with love and music above all keeps me humbleI truly listen to anything except Country. I have a profund appreciation for musicians who are true to their art and to thier fans (DO NOT LIP SYNC, you lose my respect). Early years, big Smiths fan so my taste for music crosses all genres as we are blessed with so many talented musicians to share thier art and passion with us all
The Secret, Pay it Forward, ROOTS, The Mummy (1&2), Raiders of the Lost Arc, Star Wars Saga.
I choose not to watch television unless it is by choice, History, Learning and Nature Channels. As well it's all about the Xbox for me right now, but most of all I love my football, baseball, hockey, basketball, tennis a little bit of golf some boxing, even rugby and soccer (Premier League).
Open a child's mind to the world and other cultures, sit down with them and look through a National Geographic magazine, old or new they are filled with incredible information on the world to include the environment and humanity, knowledge that will remain with the child for life as it cannot be taken away and will lead a child to open their mind to questions and through questions come curiosity which is a doorway to learning and building respect to the parent and or guardian for you provide wisdom and development to child that is before you a slate, for you to write into her/his mind the knowledge and immense possibilities that lay ahead down the road. I love books that captivate as well that inspire me to be creative, especially books that educate me on the past to "slavery, the movement of the 60's to the empowerment of people who stood up for a cause", some of these reads are (The Autobiography of Malcolm X, The Complete Narrative of Sojourner Truth - by Soujorner Truth, also poems by Phyllis Wheatley (one of my favourites - "On Virtue") "Blacks with Guns" a good read although controversial, It has been said it was a strong influence in the civil rights movement in addition to supporting the Black Panthers. Underground to Canada - Barbara Smucker and to empower your daughters of any issues with confidence, fear, sexuality please get them a copy of "Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul". This is a book I endorse 100% and you will be surprised as to whom the book is written by, in addition to the stories written by some very powerful, beautiful, spiritual and awe inspiring women of all times.Present read: "Freedom From The Known" by J. Krishnamurti, The Rules of Management, Zen Golf, Megatrends by John Naisbitt, The Sacred Balance by David Suzuki and Amanda McConnell (Amazing book, that should be read by everyone), and at present "Tobacco" witten by Mr. Iain Gately, from the book's presentation to the incredible content it's a worthwhile book to have. Life in Ancient Egypt by M.Abdel-Kader Hatem, The Silver Surfer Nos. 1-6 by Stan Lee & John Buscema, A Little Matter of Genocide by Ward Churchill - I also recommend you pick up his cd titled "Life in Occupied America", and one of my favourite books "The African presence in Ancient America - They came before Columbus by Ivan Van Sertima - please pick up this book and read chapter 8....It will tell you all the truth that has been hidden by many to include the Asians, Assyrians and the Europeans that the Nubian Race is the chosen people as we are blessed by God.
Momz for giving me life, love and support, Father for his guidance and being there to watch me grow into the man that I am even after his death, my 4 beautiful children born (1 in each season), however the winter child has lost my favour as she was disrespectful and rude to me and forgot it was I, that saved her life and cared for her as my own from 10 months of age, she shall have no title. Empress Jade Selassie, Princess Adaeze Azuri Selassie and Prince Kofi Annan Selassie are their names and title as of September 16th, 2006. My closest circle of friends (family), those whom have come into my life and remain a supportive and positive influence in allowing me to ascend, Misty (nothing but love for you, you are an amazing woman, you know if ever you need me), X-Men, Flash, Silver Surfer and Iron Man anyone who stands up for thier rights, Freedom fighters as all people should be free to live life, you only get one. Rosa Parks (who taught us to believe in the same tenets which gave us strength, courage, conviction and pride), Levi Coffin - President of the Underground Railroad, Buffalo Soldiers, Tuskagee Airmen, Bob Marley (True Legend), Marcus Garvey, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Ray Charles, Miles Davis, Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitgerald, Nelson Mandela, Ghadhi, Martin Luther King, Minister Malcolm X, Black Panthers, World War 1 & 2 veterans (for real) as we all know if they did not sacrifice thier own lives for the cause of freedom many of us would not have the luxury of living free lives as we do today. Big up to artists, musicians who are struggling to get by and continue to be true to thier art form/music. All those whom I consider my freind, U C from you I learn of you, and as such to be my friend you must not hate; subliminal (message in this message)educate, show compassion as our youths are being misguided. Anyone who has had struggles and have overcome these struggles to live thier lives, many blessings onto you and I hope you reach out to a lost soul, pay it forward and eventually you will get it back.Black pioneers who paved the way for other's to succeed and do well, giving us the opportunity to continue thier fight. Myself for I have stated that any success that comes to me I will be greatful and humble, If I should become wealthy I will give back to those in need and to those who are trying but need a little help to succeed, for I cannot take this wealth with me into the after life, only my Spirit which will be richer in strength than any amount of wealth for I am thankful for the blessings and for the Sun (Ra) and the Almighty JAH for watching over me.