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Tupac Shakur(19711996)
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Tupac Shakur was embroiled in a feud between East Coast and West Coast rappers and was murdered in a drive-by shooting in 1996, leaving behind an influential musical legacy at the age of 25.
Who Was Tupac Shakur?
Tupac Shakur was an American rapper and actor who came to embody the 1990s gangsta-rap aesthetic, and who in death became an icon symbolizing noble struggle. He has sold 75 million albums to date, making him one of the top-selling artists of all time.
A sensitive, precociously talented and troubled soul, Tupac was gunned down in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996 and died six days later. His murder has never been solved.
Tupac began his music career as a rebel with a cause to articulate the travails and injustices endured by many African Americans. His skill in doing so made him a spokesperson not just for his own generation but for subsequent ones who continue to face the same struggle for equality.
In life, his biggest battle was sometimes with himself. As fate drove him towards the nihilism of gangsta rap, and into the arms of the controversial Death Row Records impresario Suge Knight, the boundaries between Shakur's art and his life became increasingly blurred — with tragic consequences.
Early Life
Tupac was born on June 16, 1971, in Harlem, New York. His mother, Afeni, was raising two children on her own and struggled for money. The family moved homes often, sometimes staying in shelters.
They moved to Baltimore, where Tupac enrolled at the prestigious Baltimore School for the Arts, at which he felt "the freest I ever felt."
Tupac’s Mom, Father and Sister
Tupac was named Lesane Parish Crooks at birth. After joining the Black Panther party, his mother changed his first name to Tupac Amaru, after an 18th-century Peruvian revolutionary who was killed by the Spanish. Tupac later took his surname from his sister’s Sekiya's father, another Panther called Mutulu Shakur.
Tupac’s mother, Alice Faye Williams, was the daughter of a North Carolina maid and a high-school dropout. She became pregnant with Tupac in 1970 while on bail after being charged with conspiring to set off a race war. Afeni was acquitted the following year after successfully defending herself in court, displaying a gift for oration that her son would inherit.
She changed her name to Afeni Shakur after becoming actively involved with the Black Panther Party. Afeni died in May 2016 at the age of 69.
Tupac's father, Billy Garland, was also a Panther but lost contact with Afeni when Tupac was five years old. The rapper would not see his father again until he was 23. "I thought my father was dead all my life," he told the writer Kevin Powell during an interview with Vibe magazine in 1996. "I felt I needed a daddy to show me the ropes and I didn't have one."
Afeni gave birth to a daughter, Sekiya, two years after Tupac. However, Sekiya’s father, Mutulu Shakur, did not stick around, either.
Jada Pinkett Smith and Tupac’s Friendship
Tupac met actress Jada Pinkett-Smith in high school at the Baltimore School for the Arts in Maryland. She had a cameo in his music video for 'Strictly 4 My Niggaz.'
Pinkett-Smith was featured in the 2017 movie on Tupac All Eyez on Me. She later told reporters that she was a drug dealer when she met Tupac and that she found the “reimagining” of their relationship in the film “very hurtful.”
"It wasn't just about, oh, you have this cute girl, and this cool guy, they must have been in this — nah, it wasn't that at all. It was about survival, and it had always been about survival between us," she said.
Move to California and Rise to Fame
Tupac’s Baltimore neighborhood was riven by crime, so the family moved to Marin City, California. It turned out to be a "mean little ghetto," according to Robert Sam Anison's comprehensive posthumous feature on Tupac for Vanity Fair in 1997. It was in Marin City that Afeni succumbed to crack addiction — a drug her son, Tupac, would sell on the same streets where his mother bought her supply.
Tupac's love for hip hop would steer him away from a life of crime (for a while, at least). At 17, in the spring of 1989, he met an older white woman, Leila Steinberg, in a park. They struck up a conversation about Winnie Mandela. Steinberg would later recall "a young man with fan-like eyelashes, overflowing charisma, and the most infectious laugh."
By the time they met, Tupac was obsessively writing poetry and convinced Steinberg, who had no music-industry experience, to become his manager.
Steinberg was eventually able to get Tupac in front of music manager Atron Gregory, who secured a gig for him in 1990 as a roadie and dancer for the hip hop group Digital Underground. He soon stepped up to the mic, making his recording debut in 1991 on Same Song, which soundtracked the Dan Aykroyd comedy Nothing but Trouble. Tupac also appeared on Digital Underground's album Sons of the P in October that year.
After the band's manager, Gregory, took over from Steinberg, he landed Tupac a deal with Interscope Records. A month after Sons of the P hit the stores came 2Pacalypse Now, Tupac's debut album as a solo artist.
Tupac often complained that he was misunderstood. "Everything in life is not all beautiful," he told journalist Chuck Phillips. "There is lots of killing and drugs. To me a perfect album talks about the hard stuff and the fun and caring stuff. ... The thing that bothers me is that it seems like a lot of the sensitive stuff I write just goes unnoticed."

Darrin Keith Bastfield (right) with Tupac (middle) and another friend Gerard Young
Legal Drama and Serving Jail Time
In August 1992, Tupac was attacked by jealous youths in Marin City. He drew his pistol but dropped it in the melee. Someone picked it up, the gun fired, and a 6-year-old bystander, Qa'id Walker-Teal, fell down dead.
While Tupac was not charged for Walker-Teal's death, he was reportedly inconsolable. (In 1995, Walker-Teal's family brought a civil case against Tupac, but settled out of court after an unnamed record company — thought to have been Death Row — offered compensation of between $300,000 to $500,000.)
In October 1993, Tupac shot and wounded two white off-duty cops in Atlanta — one in the abdomen and one in the buttocks — after an altercation. However, the charges were dropped after it emerged in court that the policemen had been drinking, had initiated the incident and that one of the officers had threatened Tupac with a stolen gun.
The case illustrated the misrepresentation of African American males, and the attitude of some police toward them, which Tupac had been talking about in his music. What was portrayed as gun-toting "gangster" behavior by a lawless individual turned out to be an act of self-defense by a young man in fear of his life. All the while, Tupac's star continued to rise.
Tupac did go to jail for 15 days in 1994 for assaulting the director Allen Hughes, who had fired him from the set of the movie Menace II Society for being disruptive.
Tupac vs. Biggie Smalls (aka The Notorious B.I.G.)
Before Tupac released his third album, there was more trouble. In November 1994, he was shot multiple times in the lobby of a Manhattan recording studio, Quad, by two young black men.
Tupac believed his rap rival Biggie Smalls was behind the shooting, for which nobody has ever been charged. (Smalls always denied he knew anything; in 2011 Dexter Isaac, a New York prisoner serving a life sentence for an unrelated crime, claimed he was paid to steal from Tupac by the artist manager and mogul James "Henchman" Rosemond, and shot the rapper during the robbery).
In June 1996, Tupac released a diss track, "Hit 'Em Up," aimed at Biggie Smalls and his label boss at Bad Boy Records, Sean "Diddy" Combs— ratcheting up the tension between East and West Coast rap. Their rivalry was fast becoming hip hop's most famous — and ugliest — beef. Within three months, Tupac was murdered.
Rape Charges Against Tupac
In February 1995, Tupac was sentenced to between one and a half and four and a half years of jail time for sexually abusing a female fan. The case related to an incident that had taken place in Tupac's suite in the New York Parker Meridien hotel in November 1993.
Tupac maintained that he had not raped the girl, although he confessed to the Vibe magazine journalist Kevin Powell that he could have prevented others who were present in the suite at the time from doing so. "I had a job [to protect her]," he said, expressing his sorrow, "and I never showed up."
Joining Death Row Records
While Tupac was in prison on rape charges, he was visited by Suge Knight, the notorious label boss of Death Row records. Knight offered to post the $1.3 million dollar bail Tupac needed to be released pending his appeal. The condition was that Tupac sign on to Death Row. Tupac duly signed. He was released from the high-security Dannemora facility in New York in October 1995.
At the same time as he was glorifying an outlaw lifestyle for Death Row, Tupac was financing an at-risk youth center, bankrolling South Central sports teams, setting up a telephone helpline for young people with problems — all noted in Robert Sam Anson's Vanity Fair article, published after Tupac's death.
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10 Tips On | How To Dress Sharp As An Alpha Man | Mens Fashion Advice
~6.5 mins read
Style Tip #1 – Have Self-Confidence

Before anything else… understand that a big chunk of style depends on a confident attitude.
Self-confidence doesn't just help you engage with women. It's an internal driving force for remembering who are you are, what you stand for.
When you're in sync with your sense of purpose, it sends a strong signal that affects the “aura” you give off – and even the clothes you wear.
So how do you build that confidence? Start by learning from a good mentor. An older guy who exudes confidence the second he makes eye contact with anybody (without coming off as arrogant).
Aside from that, master the art of power posing whenever you lack self-confidence. You'd be surprised by how much simple actions like the “Superman pose” can benefit us mentally.
Style Tip #2 – Value Style & Image
Entering the real world – you've got to open your eyes to the inconvenient truth: books are always judged by their covers.
Appearances do matter. Especially when it comes to first impressions.
Isn't a good personality still important? Absolutely. But some people won't ever be exposed to it if they can't see past your lackluster “cover.”
To nail first impressions, your style and image have to work within society's system of what's acceptable – what's expected of young professionals.
You want to dress in a way that can easily grant you those precious seconds to sell a thought, make your case, and influence others.
That means you must stick to crisp, clean, and well-fitted clothing. That's what encourages people to take you more seriously. Any young doctor, lawyer, consultant or salesman needs to understand this.
It also matters to dress appropriately for your age. If your wardrobe screams “student” or “teenager” – you're going to be treated like you're still a kid. You need dressier clothes that show your maturity so you'll gain the respect and trust of everyone (older and younger).
A simple trick to add maturity to your outfit? Use a Vincero watch. It's a great alternative to today's luxury or name-brand watches – especially for young professionals.
Vincero watches are super affordable. It baffles a lot of people – who are quick to assume they're 5 or 10 times the actual price! It's not that surprising when you consider the specs (316L stainless steel, scratch-resistant crystal glass, Italian marble, and Italian leather for the strap).
Their quality is light years ahead of all those similarly priced, cookie-cutter watches. Vincero makes you stand out stylishly – to build connections with those who can help you get ahead in your career.
Style Tip #3 – Level-Up Your Footwear

Still wearing running shoes all the time (even when you're NOT running)? Explore other options.
Why? It boils down to a traditional school of thought that's still alive and well these days: you can judge a man by his shoes.
People see shoes as a way of measuring your net worth – or assuming your career and social status.
So I believe in spending good money on a pair of high-quality dress shoes. It's a classic type of footwear that works for nearly all occasions.
A pair of quality leather shoes is one of the best investments – provided it's durable and comfortable to wear for many years (with nothing more than some light cleaning and the occasional shine required).
It's not just about looking sharp. These shoes represent attention to detail, and how carefully you present yourself (not giving people any reason to ridicule your young age or starting salary).
Style Tip #4 – Take Care Of Your Clothing
In general, being young means you've got less disposable income. Budgeting is a must.
But at the same time – there's no excuse for not keeping your clothes in great shape.
With just a few bucks, be selective with buying things such as wooden hangers for your suits, shoe trees for your shoes, a reliable iron, and detergent.
And then there's the free stuff – information. Be educated on ironing your shirt properly (so you don't end up ruining the fabric or leaving marks).
You also want to learn how to wash and dry certain fabrics or materials, as well as treating stains on your clothes safely.
Those bits of information go a long way – sparing you from making costly mistakes in the future.

Style Tip #5 – Nail The Fit
At home, you might still enjoy wearing those baggy shorts or oversized shirts even though you have slimmed down…
But outside, remember that fit is king. It's your top concern in the style pyramid (before you think of fabric and function/style) for any clothing item.
Rule of thumb: If it doesn't fit (and can't be slightly adjusted to fit) – do NOT buy it. It won't work.
Style Tip #6 – Own A Well-Fitted Suit
No matter what your job is, you'll most likely wear a high-quality suit at some point in life.
So if you're going to buy one, make sure it's a classic suit. Consider factors like notch lapels, the proper length of the jacket (the back side shouldn't completely cover your butt) and a clean, consistent stitching (check this by opening the vents and breast pocket).
For any suit that's off the rack – do take the time to have it adjusted. Some department stores still offer the service, but chances are you'll need to find a tailor independently.
Skilled tailors would know how to make small changes that take it from “mediocre” to “perfect for you.” They could even turn a ten-dollar suit from the thrift shop into a staple of your dress wardrobe. That's right – it doesn't matter where the suit comes from. As long as it looks amazing on you!
Note: Be careful in picking the color of your suit. You wouldn't wear something bright or flashy to a funeral or corporate event. Make the best choice based on the relevant occasion and your shoe color.
Style Tip #7 – Choose QUALITY Over Quantity
What good is a wardrobe that's oversaturated with items that either (A) don't feel good to wear or (B) are difficult to match with one another?
The truth is it's pretty much a dump – where the good stuff gets lost in the mix while the rest have to be cleared or replaced. While you're still young, this is one of those mistakes you'll be glad you made. Because it gives you the wisdom to make better purchases (even beyond clothing) at an early age.
But also – you should aim to build your own interchangeable wardrobe which includes:
A good core of white and blue dress shirts (the backbone of most sharp outfits)
Simple ties with dark shades of blue, green or red (a small repeating pattern is fine)
Jackets, trousers, shoes with the right colors and textures (which don't clash with your shirts)
This system provides a set of all clothes you'll need 99% of the time – and every single piece is something you'll enjoy wearing.
Style Tip #8 – Get Rid Of Worn Out Clothing
Certain jean styles might've been trendy during your teenage years (like tears, holes or distressed looks).
Eliminate those pants (or clothes with similar styles) from your closet right away. You want to move past that rebellious, individualistic phase for good.
Upgrade your legwear by sticking to what works: clean, well-fitted indigo jeans.
Also get a couple of dark-colored slacks or chinos (either straight or slim fit) to add some variety.

tyle Tip #9 – Throw Out T-Shirts & Hoodies
We know that Mark Zuckerberg normally comes to work in a gray hoodie – as if he was running a local gym instead of Facebook.
But how many men like Zuckerberg are on this planet? Exactly…
The average guy doesn't have such privileges – and will be judged in a negative way if he wears UN-dressy shirts or tops.
That includes different hoodies and t-shirts (especially graphic tees). To play it safe, donate the majority of those items to charity. Save a small portion for home or gym use.
Your focus should be on having different well-fitted casual button-downs and long-sleeved sweaters. You can also opt for sports shirts or polo shirts during warmer days.
Style Tip #10 – Ignore Fashion Trends
Finally, don't fall prey to the whimsical whims of fashion.
Mainstream fashion trends change too fast to really become staples of your style. And young men can't afford a complete wardrobe overhaul every month. So avoid anything that doesn't survive past an “in” season (like skinny ties and jeans).
Stick to timeless clothing pieces and classic colors, patterns, textures, and combinations (those which have existed since your parents' and grandparents' younger years) – since those will never disappoint

Before anything else… understand that a big chunk of style depends on a confident attitude.
Self-confidence doesn't just help you engage with women. It's an internal driving force for remembering who are you are, what you stand for.
When you're in sync with your sense of purpose, it sends a strong signal that affects the “aura” you give off – and even the clothes you wear.
So how do you build that confidence? Start by learning from a good mentor. An older guy who exudes confidence the second he makes eye contact with anybody (without coming off as arrogant).
Aside from that, master the art of power posing whenever you lack self-confidence. You'd be surprised by how much simple actions like the “Superman pose” can benefit us mentally.
Style Tip #2 – Value Style & Image
Entering the real world – you've got to open your eyes to the inconvenient truth: books are always judged by their covers.
Appearances do matter. Especially when it comes to first impressions.
Isn't a good personality still important? Absolutely. But some people won't ever be exposed to it if they can't see past your lackluster “cover.”
To nail first impressions, your style and image have to work within society's system of what's acceptable – what's expected of young professionals.
You want to dress in a way that can easily grant you those precious seconds to sell a thought, make your case, and influence others.
That means you must stick to crisp, clean, and well-fitted clothing. That's what encourages people to take you more seriously. Any young doctor, lawyer, consultant or salesman needs to understand this.
It also matters to dress appropriately for your age. If your wardrobe screams “student” or “teenager” – you're going to be treated like you're still a kid. You need dressier clothes that show your maturity so you'll gain the respect and trust of everyone (older and younger).
A simple trick to add maturity to your outfit? Use a Vincero watch. It's a great alternative to today's luxury or name-brand watches – especially for young professionals.
Vincero watches are super affordable. It baffles a lot of people – who are quick to assume they're 5 or 10 times the actual price! It's not that surprising when you consider the specs (316L stainless steel, scratch-resistant crystal glass, Italian marble, and Italian leather for the strap).
Their quality is light years ahead of all those similarly priced, cookie-cutter watches. Vincero makes you stand out stylishly – to build connections with those who can help you get ahead in your career.
Style Tip #3 – Level-Up Your Footwear

Still wearing running shoes all the time (even when you're NOT running)? Explore other options.
Why? It boils down to a traditional school of thought that's still alive and well these days: you can judge a man by his shoes.
People see shoes as a way of measuring your net worth – or assuming your career and social status.
So I believe in spending good money on a pair of high-quality dress shoes. It's a classic type of footwear that works for nearly all occasions.
A pair of quality leather shoes is one of the best investments – provided it's durable and comfortable to wear for many years (with nothing more than some light cleaning and the occasional shine required).
It's not just about looking sharp. These shoes represent attention to detail, and how carefully you present yourself (not giving people any reason to ridicule your young age or starting salary).
Style Tip #4 – Take Care Of Your Clothing
In general, being young means you've got less disposable income. Budgeting is a must.
But at the same time – there's no excuse for not keeping your clothes in great shape.
With just a few bucks, be selective with buying things such as wooden hangers for your suits, shoe trees for your shoes, a reliable iron, and detergent.
And then there's the free stuff – information. Be educated on ironing your shirt properly (so you don't end up ruining the fabric or leaving marks).
You also want to learn how to wash and dry certain fabrics or materials, as well as treating stains on your clothes safely.
Those bits of information go a long way – sparing you from making costly mistakes in the future.


Style Tip #5 – Nail The Fit
At home, you might still enjoy wearing those baggy shorts or oversized shirts even though you have slimmed down…
But outside, remember that fit is king. It's your top concern in the style pyramid (before you think of fabric and function/style) for any clothing item.
Rule of thumb: If it doesn't fit (and can't be slightly adjusted to fit) – do NOT buy it. It won't work.
Style Tip #6 – Own A Well-Fitted Suit
No matter what your job is, you'll most likely wear a high-quality suit at some point in life.
So if you're going to buy one, make sure it's a classic suit. Consider factors like notch lapels, the proper length of the jacket (the back side shouldn't completely cover your butt) and a clean, consistent stitching (check this by opening the vents and breast pocket).
For any suit that's off the rack – do take the time to have it adjusted. Some department stores still offer the service, but chances are you'll need to find a tailor independently.
Skilled tailors would know how to make small changes that take it from “mediocre” to “perfect for you.” They could even turn a ten-dollar suit from the thrift shop into a staple of your dress wardrobe. That's right – it doesn't matter where the suit comes from. As long as it looks amazing on you!
Note: Be careful in picking the color of your suit. You wouldn't wear something bright or flashy to a funeral or corporate event. Make the best choice based on the relevant occasion and your shoe color.
Style Tip #7 – Choose QUALITY Over Quantity
What good is a wardrobe that's oversaturated with items that either (A) don't feel good to wear or (B) are difficult to match with one another?
The truth is it's pretty much a dump – where the good stuff gets lost in the mix while the rest have to be cleared or replaced. While you're still young, this is one of those mistakes you'll be glad you made. Because it gives you the wisdom to make better purchases (even beyond clothing) at an early age.
But also – you should aim to build your own interchangeable wardrobe which includes:
A good core of white and blue dress shirts (the backbone of most sharp outfits)
Simple ties with dark shades of blue, green or red (a small repeating pattern is fine)
Jackets, trousers, shoes with the right colors and textures (which don't clash with your shirts)
This system provides a set of all clothes you'll need 99% of the time – and every single piece is something you'll enjoy wearing.
Style Tip #8 – Get Rid Of Worn Out Clothing
Certain jean styles might've been trendy during your teenage years (like tears, holes or distressed looks).
Eliminate those pants (or clothes with similar styles) from your closet right away. You want to move past that rebellious, individualistic phase for good.
Upgrade your legwear by sticking to what works: clean, well-fitted indigo jeans.
Also get a couple of dark-colored slacks or chinos (either straight or slim fit) to add some variety.

tyle Tip #9 – Throw Out T-Shirts & Hoodies
We know that Mark Zuckerberg normally comes to work in a gray hoodie – as if he was running a local gym instead of Facebook.
But how many men like Zuckerberg are on this planet? Exactly…
The average guy doesn't have such privileges – and will be judged in a negative way if he wears UN-dressy shirts or tops.
That includes different hoodies and t-shirts (especially graphic tees). To play it safe, donate the majority of those items to charity. Save a small portion for home or gym use.
Your focus should be on having different well-fitted casual button-downs and long-sleeved sweaters. You can also opt for sports shirts or polo shirts during warmer days.
Style Tip #10 – Ignore Fashion Trends
Finally, don't fall prey to the whimsical whims of fashion.
Mainstream fashion trends change too fast to really become staples of your style. And young men can't afford a complete wardrobe overhaul every month. So avoid anything that doesn't survive past an “in” season (like skinny ties and jeans).
Stick to timeless clothing pieces and classic colors, patterns, textures, and combinations (those which have existed since your parents' and grandparents' younger years) – since those will never disappoint
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