“You got a daughter, homie. Would you let people exploit her like they do you? It would be considered child abuse for an adult to facilitate a minor’s participation in destructive behavior and activities. But wait a minute! Haven’t these adult industry execs helped you participate in destructive behavior and activities by knowingly giving you the platform to do so? And they’re even rewarding you for it! Sounds like a whole lot of people need to be investigated for child abuse. But I’m not a social worker so I could be wrong. What I am is someone who’s been in the music industry for years and has seen stronger people than you gain a little success, get chewed up, and then spit out by the same people who pretended to support them. And while the real enemies are smiling in your face and feeding your ego, the people who have your best interest at heart are being ridiculed or ignored. You see, although you called Lupe a b—- and threatened to beat his a–, he responded the way a mature and compassionate person would. Try to threaten Jimmy Iovine the same way and see how compassionate he is. You know pimps beat their hoes down when they get “out of line.”
“I’m part of a large community of people who can’t stand your music and what you represent but would love to take you under their wings because you need guidance. In Chicago alone you got brothers like Lupe and Rhymefest who would be there for you. You have thousands more spread out across the nation who would be more than happy to guide you through this crazy world that your very limited experience hasn’t prepared you for. It’s bigger then the paper in your pocket, the groupies, and this temporary power you have that will disappear quicker than you think. Once Jimmy and crew are done with you, they’ll get someone else to exploit and you’ll find yourself back at square one, a has-been, money wasted on material things, with no real life plan for you and your family. The streets are quick to eat you up once you’re on the block again. Trust me; it’s happened to plenty of artists before you.
“Keith, keep your eyes open and recognize who your real supporters are. You got people all around the country who want to see you live a long, happy life, even if they don’t like your music. I’m sure you can understand that. But time is running out and your daughter needs her daddy around. Make a change while you still can.”
PEACE
