User:Al benham

Before the appetite, towards money and power. Before, this cold world! Ever rained it's destitution and pains. You see the scars, and tattoo's but under the flesh, and into the heart... Who is Alibye? Who is the man in the mirror? Born near the heart of Houston. To a single, 14 year old mother. Entered the world (May 28th, 1987 ). In "Jefferson Davis Hospital". Today it doesn’t exist. Raised, in the small town, of "Livingston" For a few years. Later returning to Houston, at the age of 6. Life had booked Alibye on a ride. (Brick on a gas pedal, with broken brakes). Fatherless! His mother was unlearned, but God guided. Alibye's Family moved frequently, attending almost 15 schools, before dropping out. Those involved directly in his life, became role models, uncle's and those keen. (Drug dealers And local hustlers) With no direction, no manual to be a man. Eventually, he would leave home, At only 16 years of age. Moving around was a let down growing up. Now played, the larger part, Of the picture. Realizing, he had friends, spread all over Houston. Taking advantage of those in The business. Creating connections in the right places. Opened doors, for Alibye to witness more, of the business side of the game. Rugged environments sometimes, forced Alibye to carry a gun. Also, being involved with the wrong crowd. Often found him in altercations, with law enforcement. Gang fights, and funerals Played a grim moment. Eventually took its toll, When Alibye, lost a close friend. Times changed, being homeless, with no where to turn. Shortly after praying for direction Alibye! Discovered, his gifts of poetry. After, trials and tribulations. His works, featured in over 3 books, and 2 magazines. Of " International house of poetry “ With over 1,000 full songs written! The elements from which he Barrows. Arrives from the oppression, survival in the streets. Government drugs, even depicting religion. Is the gas, which drives his career? Working unwearied, to complete his freshman album. Entitled " Born & Got Nothing 2 Lose " Scheduled to be completed, middle of 2008! We might own our "NAME AND RECORD LABEL" but we are very much still