Lyrical Dharma

<b>#1 New Release in Black & African American Poetry and Rap Music<br><br>"It is hard to express how important I feel this book is.”<br>—Alice Walker, author of <i>The Color Purple</i><br> <br>A powerful and poetic illustrated meditation on hip-hop and mindfulness<br><br>“I want to create music and experiences for people to understand that it’s okay to be exactly who you are. You are enough.”<br>—Born I</b><br><br>Reading like a book of poetry with accompanying commentary, <i>Lyrical Dharma </i>explores the lyrics and life experience of Born I, conscious hip-hop rapper and meditation teacher. Born I's journey of self-expression from a façade of bravado and materialism to a raw sharing of joy, failure, anxiety, and insight inspires and uplifts. The book offers:<br><ul><li>the stories and insights behind the lyrics of Born I's most powerful and popular songs</li><li>a beautifully designed package studded with photos and illustrations</li><li>an authentic expression of Zen insight and mindfulness practice married to creative expression</li><li>a resonant invitation to young BIPOC readers seeking a path to navigate the complexities of identity, society, and inner peace in a divided and dissonant world</li><li>a testament to the power of music and mindfulness to foster well-being, joy, and empowerment</li></ul><br>Born I’s core message—“you are enough” rings through these pages, encouraging readers to embrace their imperfections and celebrate themselves just as they are, in the here and now.