That DMX Energy Is Forever!
Last week we lost a Hip-Hop giant in the passing of Earl Simmons, aka DMX. DMX was a once and a generation talent. His cadence, his bars, the way he rode beats resonated with lyricists, D-Boys, and Hip-Hop culture fanatics and the likes. When DMX rapped, you heard and felt every word. It was as if you were there with him in the studio recording the track. The power in his songs made a feeling come over you. His prayers on his albums showed his connectedness with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. For all of the Demons, he had to overcome; I truly believe that his relationship with God was authentic. The outpour of love for DMX is commendable. However, just like many other celebrities that transition to the afterlife, we do little to pay homage to this artist when they are in life form. We have to do a better job of celebrating our heroes while they are here. On Earth, society villanized DMX. His demons magnified. As a Black man, we see all too often when addictions becom...