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Rebecca Shepherd

Between the Crib and the Crypt!

Between being born into this world of strife
A pattern had already been embedded for this life
Almost killed my Mom and myself, struggling in the womb
against something else!
Always walking between life and death!
No one really knows who I pissed off with my first breath.
Born with a gift and a warrior spirit, I struggled with an
angel for my blessing .
I guess I'll get it!

Some said traumatized by to much tragedy in her youth
makes her act up, cut up wild and uncouth
Remember I said people I am in ml "YOUTH"
But I was born for a reason greater than my own
And Bless God and those angels they never left me alone.
Got off my azz and on my knee's, decided I would follow
directions and I will take my whipping ,Please!
Had to be worth something so many tried to destroy me
But all I know is God and the Angels had something for me.

Stared death in the face again at 18 months bottle of pills
A baby can't committ suicide, can they? that some ill chills...
Baptized in fire again and water before, always felt the heat
when I was walking out the door
traveled gravel roads and cleaned out houses
that was summer vacation, back to where we came from
Humbled by our own ability to survive and now into the
next generation "thrive"!
Who could know, what a "tough row to hoe"!
And far to early in my life, I saw somebody dying
smilinlg, cooking, loving, praying, staying as
long as they could...that was good!
But, Big Mama died , begged to go back to her
house...had something to do...she didn't want
to do her real dying in front of you!

And then before I was barely eight, someone open up
or forgot to close a gate, lock a door, watch out for me
lets see one to three...Death was always after me
Down into only 3 ft of water , but they said it was enough
for a child to drown in...cheated death by Grace and
Mercy again...No headlines tommorrow" Eight year old
dead of , drowning". Satan frowning, what is it about
me you need to break so, seems I am your only target
though, I know thats not true...Perhaps you are reading
and wondering where you will be when death comes
for you! Right now I know I am breathing by Mercy and
Grace , keep staring "Grim Reaper in the eye...never
did they give up, or believe that I would actually die

Winter 1980 out and about being a little bit shady
I would be the one "You been hit by a drunk driver lady!"
Whoa, my Momma's car, what the hell? Damn, devil
didn't even ring the bell, no warning, other than my own
been facing death since the day I was born...gonna face
him til its my own! Two months in the hospital from
Christmas to Groundhogs day, this is not the way to spend
your holiday. But you ! You came to my room talking fast
with pen in hand sign this and get your check...I too
young to know what to expect! Found I was jipped
lifelong injury and a $25,000 check...what did you expect?
Kept right on pushing , not ready to lay me down, not today
so I keep on fighting along my way, accomplishment
never as sweet cause I knew I had a date with death
and death was stalking me!

Snatched me into the recesses of unspeakable acts and pain
battered and bruised , had some pressure on the brain.
But, when they tested me out for College , your knowledge
had tripled...and you didn't walk like a cripple and you still
smile when you see him, staring across the room at you
with that larceny in his eye. That death guy! As long as
I know you coming one day, its alright, I'll stand and fight
long as I go with my business straight and acting right!
But not today! Breathed deeply four more folks would
I lie down for the last time...he tried my brain, my heart
my life...but he couldn't get my soul and my mind!
So today is my brother's birthday , watched him bleed
out from a gunshot wound...to young and too soon!
Right here is where I am going to stop this story its
not my point to be bloody and gory...Just know that
Spirit never dies...I felt him as he slipped away and
reminded me that he would see me again someday
But not Today!!!!!!!!!!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHER!
R.I.P
FRANK ANTHONY "TONY" SHEPHERD
11-6-54 SUNSET9-26-81

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INTERVIEW ARTIST: Purpose

BY: Najashi
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Ian Chang, 'Purpose' is a talented singer who ventured into music at a very tender age.

"I can remember when I would pound desks and sing at school ", he says. Like most Jamaican artistes, Purpose nurtured his singing in church and was encouraged by his mother, while taking his inspiration from legendary Jamaican singers like Garnet Silk, Jah Cure and International Artistes like Michael Bolton and Ray Charles.

A promising and very enthusiatic performer, who has preformed locally as well as on the international stage.

Purpose hopes to leave a positive mark in the music industry. His songs are about the struggles faced in our daily life, they encourages faith and perseverance.

Purpose has a smooth and charming delivery with the most touching lyrics heard in years.
One listen to Purpose and you will see and feel why this artist is destined for greatness.

Currently, Purpose is working on his upcoming album with JABUKEM Music Group producer Alex Martin- Blanken.

It is Purpose conviction to stay true and real and he vows to keep his music positive.

Watch out for Purpose coming at you, with Fresh Music with a Positive Flow.

What is the meaning of your name?

Realizing that there was a call on my life to amplify love through music and seeing that I always try to maintain a conscious and positive outlook be it in my music or my life, I chose the name Purpose which means mandated, convicted. Reggae music needs this type of conviction, a man is only as strong as his purpose, It is my purpose (my mandate, my conviction) to bring back to reggae music a more positive and conscious voice

What does your music bring to the reggae genre?

My music , my songs, brings about the conscience that the genre has yearned for. It's sincere and soul touching lyrics in its truest ,purest and most humble form. My concerns are for the people, the common people, the children, the poor, those suffering, those looking for a way out. Thats what my music brings to the reggae genre, concern for the everyday people not bling bling, flashy videos and big bank accounts , just plain and true concern

Who influenced you? And what is your motivation?

My influence comes from the almighty himself and life, and my motivation again is life ,watching what my music does to people, how it moves and inspires them, along with the joy and fulfillment I get from that. When I hear people singing my songs and enjoying the lyrics (because I write for the young and the old) that motivates me beyond anything else.

What do you see as the future of reggae and music in general?

I see reggae music in the future touching lives and changing mindsets, as long as we realise and embrace the fact that there is a new voice a fresh voice a generation of artiste who are committed to the task then we will see some phenomenal results, but music all is all has a good looking future, music is part of life.

Playing or recording what do you prefer?

I cant play music to save my life so that's easy, I prefer recording, it is very fulfilling to take some words off a piece of paper add music and make a song for all to enjoy.

Please tell the folks what you would like them to know.

That purpose is serious about his music, I'm not fake I mean what I sing. I want to see people loving, laughing, praising, dancing and living. and I am real emotional about my music, but don't tell anyone.
You can learn more about Purpose @
www.myspace.com/ipurposemusic

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