Synopses & Reviews
A rock band on the cusp of massive stardom, Unlocking the Truth is made up of three thirteen-year-old African American boys: Malcolm, Jarad, and Alec. When not in school they spend their time as rock stars opening for the likes of Queens of the Stone Age, Motorhead, and Guns N' Roses, and crowd surfing at Coachella. They are currently working on their soon to be released debut EP. The key to their success: hard work, dedication, passion, and focus on their art.
Part memoir and part guide book, the boys share the essential truths and principles, such as faith, determination and friendship, that led to their success and continue to drive them. The book will inspire and be a resource for kids looking to realize their own dreams, as well as parents who want to support their children's aspirations.
Synopsis
Tupac Shakur's most intimate and honest thoughts were uncovered only after his death with the instant classic
The Rose That Grew from Concrete.
His talent was unbounded, a raw force that commanded attention and respect.
His death was tragic -- a violent homage to the power of his voice.
His legacy is indomitable -- remaining vibrant and alive.
Here now, newly discovered, are Tupac's most honest and intimate thoughts conveyed through the pure art of poetry -- a mirror into his enigmatic life and its many contradictions.
Written in his own hand at the age of nineteen, they embrace his spirit, his energy...and his ultimate message of hope.
About the Author
Unlocking the Truth is the youngest heavy metal group ever signed to a major record label. They first began attracting attention with street performances in Times Square and Washington Square Park.
Charisse Jones is a Pulitzer-prize winning journalist who co-wrote the New York Times bestselling Life in Motion, ABT dancer Misty Copelands memoir.
Table of Contents
ContentsAcknowledgments
Preface by Afeni Shakur
Foreword: Tupac, C U in Heaven by Nikki Giovanni
Introduction by Leila Steinberg
THE ROSE THAT GREW FROM CONCRETE
The Rose That Grew from Concrete
In the Depths of Solitude
Sometimes I Cry
Under the Skies Above
Life Through My Eyes
When Ure Heart Turns Cold
Untitled
The Eternal Lament
Only 4 the Righteous
What of Fame?
The Shining Star Within!
Starry Night
If I Fail
What Is It That I Search 4
The Fear in the Heart of a Man
God
NOTHING CAN COME BETWEEN US
Nothing Can Come Between Us
My Dearest One!!
If There Be Pain...
Things That Make Hearts Break
Black Woman
And Still I Love U
The Mutual Heartache?
1st Impressions
A Love Unspoken
Forever and Today
When I Do Kiss U
Carmencita of the Bronx!
Untitled
Love Is Just Complicated
Elizabeth
I Know My Heart Has Lied Before
From First Glance
1 for April
Wife 4 Life
Tears from a Star
March 1st -- The Day After April
Why Must U Be Unfaithful
The Power of a Smile
Genesis (The Rebirth of My Heart)
Love Within a Storm
What Can I Offer Her?
Jada
The Tears in Cupid's Eyes
Cupid's Smile II
What I See!
In the Midst of Passion
2 People with 1 Wish
Hours Pass By
JUST A BREATH OF FREEDOM
Just a Breath of Freedom
For Mrs. Hawkins
The Sun and the Moon
"Fallen Star"
Government Assistance or My Soul
Family Tree
Or My Soul
When Ure Hero Falls
Untitled
"U R Ripping Us Apart!!!"
A River That Flows Forever
Can U C the Pride in the Panther
Tears of a Teenage Mother
"Where There Is a Will...."
LIBERTY NEEDS GLASSES
Liberty Needs Glasses
How Can We Be Free
The Promise
And 2morrow
No-Win
The Unanswerable?
Nightmares
So I Say GOODBYE
In the Event of My Demise