A very personal coming-of-age story that follows music artist Akeem "GUAP" Hayes as he navigates a difficult upbringing in Oakland, California. The story is told from Hayes' point of view. This poignant story tells the journey of a Black-Filipino musician as he examines his identity, his family, and his community. The music from GUAP's album 1176, which is named after the address of his childhood home, sets the tone for the story and makes it emotionally engaging.
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A very personal coming-of-age story that follows music artist Akeem "GUAP" Hayes as he navigates a difficult upbringing in Oakland, California. The story is told from Hayes' point of view. This poignant story tells the journey of a Black-Filipino musician as he examines his identity, his family, and his community. The music from GUAP's album 1176, which is named after the address of his childhood home, sets the tone for the story and makes it emotionally engaging.
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