I’m watching this at 934pm and my heart go’s out to you and wish I can give you a hug.Thank you for being yourshelf and being so honest with sharing your story.All I can say is thank you for sharing.
I am so sorry that you had to endure that at such a vulnerable point in your life, Man. Anything I could say would be woefully inadequate. Glad you were able to hold things together to make it this far. Thank you for helping me to appreciate the upbringing that I had. It was something I took for granted for many, many years.
No words can express or console, that was just heartbreaking to hear, and to see your pain as your clearly relived those moments on camera . I truly hope you now have someone in your life who gives you all the love and hugs that you deserve xx
Thank you so much for your kindness! The reason I tell these stories is to show that no matter what you go through in life, be strong, and you’ll come out of the other side, hopefully a better person. I think it’s important that people tell their stories, thank you for noticing mine!
I've just recently found your channel and I'm going through your stories. I got to this one and , dude, you broke my heart. I'm so sorry for all that you endured as a kid. Thank you for sharing this. I want you to know that you are indeed loved my friend. I'm just a 55 year old guy who grew up in a trailer park in southern North Carolina. Your music reached me here and I devoured it. As far as I'm concerned your one of the greats and I did not know that they stole your money. If I only knew I would have wished I had sent the money directly to you. If you reached a poor white kid in North Carolina all those years ago then I know you must be loved the world over by a vast amount of people. You made much of the music of my youth and I let everybody I knew hear me blasting your jams throughout the 80s. Thanks Man. You the greatest ✌️
Larry… Kindly for your words! Although in the many years of doing music, I never got paid. It’s comments like this that mean everything to me. I’m finally in therapy for all the abuse that happened in my childhood physical mental and sexual. I will definitely show this to my therapist. It’s people like you and comments like this that help me get upright and back up on my feet. When you suffered abuse, you have very low self and comments like yours strengthen my therapy that says I am “OK” and will get through this. Thank you so very kindly, it means a lot! - Man Parrish
@@manparrishstories I meant every word. The music you created was a beacon to me and your an honest to God innovator. Love you buddy. Thank you for everything.
This was hard to watch, Manny. I am really sorry for what you had to go through, you were able to tell it so directly and spontaneously, it made it all more poignant. You're such a resilient man, after all you had to endure you have managed to remain such a positive and loving person. It's your secret superpower. All I want to do now is to hug you. You're such a beautiful person, keep shining Manny 🖤🖤🖤 Big big hugs from Venice in Italy.
I just discovered you, Manny, by accident, after catching some classic KN vids. I must say, ALL of your stories are mesmerizing; your innate charisma pours from you on each story, effortlessly, and my hon you still GOT IT !!! Ooh la lah, I do declare!! This vid, though - this vid - gdmn! URRRRRR! It is so raw, so dreadful, and authentic, wow.... Manny hon you are soooooo courageous!!! It just breaks my heart, the injustice and cruelty of it all!! I shamefully admit that I found myself both wanting to buy you a snuggle monkey; AND wanting to shake the beejesus out of your folks!! Though your adopted mother sounds undeniably unstable and full of rage, and you now know that; hell Manny I so dearly hope hon that YOU also know that the inability of your adoptive father to intervene and all the compounding hoarding, rage, gaslighting, shame -- NONE OF IT -- NONE -- was your fault!!! NONE MADE SENSE COS IT WAS GDMN INSANITY! Listen here: I'm as old as dirt; gay as the day is long; and had similar "upbringing."And y'know, the tragic fact is that folks just didn't talk about those things back then. But, through our community, warts and all, (such as it is) we helped one another to relearn the social rudiments of acceptance, and love that we were done denied in our homes of origin. Better even yet, the glorious music of that time, the pure FREEDOM of the period, and the self-discovery (and yes, the drugs)....they all serendipitously provided a swirl of resilience for us all--OF HOPE-- of swagger, of grace and forgiveness, so as to create new memories, explore new creativities, and lend a pinch of gratitude in the end. Manny, your vid is a testament to all that. You gave more of your sweet self to your folks - especially your Dad - than they EVER did earn...thus making you a "good boy" after all!!! And, the same could be said of your "wild and crayzee" career--dang son you are a Legend!! A true force that cannot be taken down nor ignored. Your multiple musical and performance gifts literally CHANGED HISTORY. And again, Manny, it was all so much more than ANY of US mere mortals done ever deserved. Stay strong, big man. You are known. You are loved. And the spirit of your grit, grace, and giving will never be extinguished. Not ever. Wishing you many tender gentle kisses on your weary brow, my brother. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I want to say thank you for your kind words, and God bless you for reaching out to me. I’ve said this before…. I was never paid for my music, but it’s warm, loving beautiful people like you that touch my heart with your comments. That’s worth more than anything else in the world, including money to me. God bless you for reaching out because you’ve touched my soul! Thank you kindly! 💋💋💋❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️
I just got turned on to you this week because my best friend loves boogie down Bronx so f****** much I've watched four of your stories you are quite the orator and very engaging.. and your zeal for Life shows.,. So when I saw you telling this story I wanted to just reach through this little cell phone in my hand and hug you,. I mean real tight hugs I honestly can't imagine how that must have been for you you must have equated life with agony and what's more is you handled that all by yourself at such a young age I am so very sorry that you went through that my friend all I can say is I love you.. skywriting I LOVE YOU.. God bless you Man❤
Thank you for your kind words! It’s people like you that are worth all the money in the world from that getting paid. I hopefully share my story so other people can know they have hope no matter how bad life is. Again, thank you so much, you made my day!
@@manparrishstories I'm so glad that you felt the full impact of what I was saying you made my day by just writing back to me with those beautiful words I love you dude
@manparrishstories given your childhood im sure that you shine light on everyone you love and bedriend. I was only 8 years old when HipHop Be Bop was all over the radio dancing on linoleum in Canarsie . Please come up with a script for a Netfix movie !!!!!
That was clearly very difficult and is obviously still raw after all these years. You have been through so much and despite the fact that you have had anxiety stemming from that childhood trauma, you are an inspiration to people who have gone through similar as you are clearly a lovely guy who has dealt with a lot of obstacles and come through them all. You are an innovator in your field and should be proud of what you've achieved.
Wow… Thank you so much for your kind words! I guess it’s true with the old saying “… What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger…“. I have a wonderful therapist. And my therapist told me that people like me are either dead, alcoholics, junkies, or just plain insane. The fact that I’m still pro functioning“ in life is a testament to being strong. the reason I posted these videos is to show that the matter what you go through in life, you can survive it, and just find a way to be strong. Again, thank you so much for your kind words.
so sorry I understand I had a terrible childhood as well mom and dad were alcoholics and beat each other in front of me and my brother terrible stays with you forever
Thanks for sharing that, yes it does. I needed therapy and it helped but you just learn to “manage” the past and know that it’s not happening anymore and things will be cool moving forward! Thanks for reaching out!
I've been playing Hip Hop this past week which brought me to listening to this. Never could have i known the a track that has given me so much joy since i was 17 was writtem by a msn who endured these horrific days. God bless you. A fan in the UK ❤
Im sorry your Mom didnt treat you right. I hope you and your Dad were able to sort some if that out when yall lived together and i hope you have love in your life now. Friends can be just as valuable as family....animals too. I have 2 dogs that are like my brothers and i get alot of love from them. Thankyou for sharing your story.
I’m watching this at 934pm and my heart go’s out to you and wish I can give you a hug.Thank you for being yourshelf and being so honest with sharing your story.All I can say is thank you for sharing.
That was a hard watch. Can't imagine having to go through all of that. You truly are an amazing gentleman !
I really feel for you !! I can see the pain and feel your pain from those horrible memories. Just know that people are thinking of you and caring ❤
I am so sorry that you had to endure that at such a vulnerable point in your life, Man. Anything I could say would be woefully inadequate. Glad you were able to hold things together to make it this far. Thank you for helping me to appreciate the upbringing that I had. It was something I took for granted for many, many years.
No words can express or console, that was just heartbreaking to hear, and to see your pain as your clearly relived those moments on camera . I truly hope you now have someone in your life who gives you all the love and hugs that you deserve xx
Thank you so much for your kindness! The reason I tell these stories is to show that no matter what you go through in life, be strong, and you’ll come out of the other side, hopefully a better person. I think it’s important that people tell their stories, thank you for noticing mine!
So heartbreaking....so sorry for you..😥
I've just recently found your channel and I'm going through your stories. I got to this one and , dude, you broke my heart. I'm so sorry for all that you endured as a kid. Thank you for sharing this.
I want you to know that you are indeed loved my friend. I'm just a 55 year old guy who grew up in a trailer park in southern North Carolina. Your music reached me here and I devoured it. As far as I'm concerned your one of the greats and I did not know that they stole your money. If I only knew I would have wished I had sent the money directly to you. If you reached a poor white kid in North Carolina all those years ago then I know you must be loved the world over by a vast amount of people. You made much of the music of my youth and I let everybody I knew hear me blasting your jams throughout the 80s. Thanks Man. You the greatest ✌️
Larry…
Kindly for your words! Although in the many years of doing music, I never got paid. It’s comments like this that mean everything to me. I’m finally in therapy for all the abuse that happened in my childhood physical mental and sexual. I will definitely show this to my therapist. It’s people like you and comments like this that help me get upright and back up on my feet. When you suffered abuse, you have very low self and comments like yours strengthen my therapy that says I am “OK” and will get through this. Thank you so very kindly, it means a lot! - Man Parrish
@@manparrishstories I meant every word. The music you created was a beacon to me and your an honest to God innovator. Love you buddy. Thank you for everything.
This was hard to watch, Manny. I am really sorry for what you had to go through, you were able to tell it so directly and spontaneously, it made it all more poignant. You're such a resilient man, after all you had to endure you have managed to remain such a positive and loving person. It's your secret superpower. All I want to do now is to hug you. You're such a beautiful person, keep shining Manny 🖤🖤🖤 Big big hugs from Venice in Italy.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s comments like that some people like you that make me know it was all worth it… Again, thank you so much!
I just discovered you, Manny, by accident, after catching some classic KN vids. I must say, ALL of your stories are mesmerizing; your innate charisma pours from you on each story, effortlessly, and my hon you still GOT IT !!! Ooh la lah, I do declare!!
This vid, though - this vid - gdmn! URRRRRR! It is so raw, so dreadful, and authentic, wow.... Manny hon you are soooooo courageous!!! It just breaks my heart, the injustice and cruelty of it all!! I shamefully admit that I found myself both wanting to buy you a snuggle monkey; AND wanting to shake the beejesus out of your folks!! Though your adopted mother sounds undeniably unstable and full of rage, and you now know that; hell Manny I so dearly hope hon that YOU also know that the inability of your adoptive father to intervene and all the compounding hoarding, rage, gaslighting, shame -- NONE OF IT -- NONE -- was your fault!!! NONE MADE SENSE COS IT WAS GDMN INSANITY! Listen here: I'm as old as dirt; gay as the day is long; and had similar "upbringing."And y'know, the tragic fact is that folks just didn't talk about those things back then. But, through our community, warts and all, (such as it is) we helped one another to relearn the social rudiments of acceptance, and love that we were done denied in our homes of origin. Better even yet, the glorious music of that time, the pure FREEDOM of the period, and the self-discovery (and yes, the drugs)....they all serendipitously provided a swirl of resilience for us all--OF HOPE-- of swagger, of grace and forgiveness, so as to create new memories, explore new creativities, and lend a pinch of gratitude in the end. Manny, your vid is a testament to all that. You gave more of your sweet self to your folks - especially your Dad - than they EVER did earn...thus making you a "good boy" after all!!! And, the same could be said of your "wild and crayzee" career--dang son you are a Legend!! A true force that cannot be taken down nor ignored. Your multiple musical and performance gifts literally CHANGED HISTORY. And again, Manny, it was all so much more than ANY of US mere mortals done ever deserved. Stay strong, big man. You are known. You are loved. And the spirit of your grit, grace, and giving will never be extinguished. Not ever. Wishing you many tender gentle kisses on your weary brow, my brother. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I want to say thank you for your kind words, and God bless you for reaching out to me. I’ve said this before…. I was never paid for my music, but it’s warm, loving beautiful people like you that touch my heart with your comments. That’s worth more than anything else in the world, including money to me. God bless you for reaching out because you’ve touched my soul! Thank you kindly! 💋💋💋❤️❤️❤️‼️‼️‼️
I just got turned on to you this week because my best friend loves boogie down Bronx so f****** much I've watched four of your stories you are quite the orator and very engaging.. and your zeal for Life shows.,. So when I saw you telling this story I wanted to just reach through this little cell phone in my hand and hug you,. I mean real tight hugs I honestly can't imagine how that must have been for you you must have equated life with agony and what's more is you handled that all by yourself at such a young age I am so very sorry that you went through that my friend all I can say is I love you.. skywriting I LOVE YOU.. God bless you Man❤
Thank you for your kind words! It’s people like you that are worth all the money in the world from that getting paid. I hopefully share my story so other people can know they have hope no matter how bad life is. Again, thank you so much, you made my day!
@@manparrishstories I'm so glad that you felt the full impact of what I was saying you made my day by just writing back to me with those beautiful words I love you dude
My heart truly goes out to you man.
Thanks for listening and thanks for your kindness it was rough! But I used it to make me stronger… Hang in there yourself & things better than ever!
You're a survivor ❤
Thanks for your kind words!
@manparrishstories given your childhood im sure that you shine light on everyone you love and bedriend. I was only 8 years old when HipHop Be Bop was all over the radio dancing on linoleum in Canarsie . Please come up with a script for a Netfix movie !!!!!
That was clearly very difficult and is obviously still raw after all these years. You have been through so much and despite the fact that you have had anxiety stemming from that childhood trauma, you are an inspiration to people who have gone through similar as you are clearly a lovely guy who has dealt with a lot of obstacles and come through them all. You are an innovator in your field and should be proud of what you've achieved.
Wow… Thank you so much for your kind words! I guess it’s true with the old saying “… What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger…“. I have a wonderful therapist. And my therapist told me that people like me are either dead, alcoholics, junkies, or just plain insane. The fact that I’m still pro functioning“ in life is a testament to being strong. the reason I posted these videos is to show that the matter what you go through in life, you can survive it, and just find a way to be strong. Again, thank you so much for your kind words.
@@manparrishstories well thank you again. You are very generous sharing your stories and I will look forward to buying your book.
so sorry I understand I had a terrible childhood as well mom and dad were alcoholics and beat each other in front of me and my brother terrible stays with you forever
Thanks for sharing that, yes it does. I needed therapy and it helped but you just learn to “manage” the past and know that it’s not happening anymore and things will be cool moving forward! Thanks for reaching out!
I went fo therapy as well child of the 70's no real protections for kids at that time
I've been playing Hip Hop this past week which brought me to listening to this. Never could have i known the a track that has given me so much joy since i was 17 was writtem by a msn who endured these horrific days. God bless you. A fan in the UK ❤
Im sorry your Mom didnt treat you right. I hope you and your Dad were able to sort some if that out when yall lived together and i hope you have love in your life now. Friends can be just as valuable as family....animals too. I have 2 dogs that are like my brothers and i get alot of love from them.
Thankyou for sharing your story.
Just want to say take care of yourself.
🙏 THANK YOU🙏
@manparrishstories Im sure you have gotten paid for your perfromances ???