Author Description

"This memoir chronicles famed Newark Blood member Dashaun "Jiwe" Morris and his life after the dramatic events that took place in Delaware State University that changed his life forever. Once labeled a gangster, Dashaun changed his life by becoming a published author and notable public figure. His story articulates the struggles of balancing a marriage, fatherhood, fame and his loyalty to the streets. His trvels have taken him around the world to inspire young people and motivate them to lead positive lives. However, he struggles with his own loyalty to the gangster lifestyle even though he was given several opportunities with his newfound success. Dashaun's story shows how although his "hood celebrity" status provided life changing prospects, his lust for fame, sex, money and power cost him his freedom. His rise to success comes to a halt by being arrested and having to face his demons while in prison. Despite the powerful status gfiven to him by the streets, the notoriety given to him by his fame, and the love given to him by his family, his allegiance and loyalty to the gangster lifestyle all lead him back to a prison cell. He is now forced to choose salvation or his continued unwavering devotion to the street code that he grew up honoring."--Back cover.