Childhood Stories-Johnny
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Johnny, a gang member in Los Angeles who shares a few stories he's told us before, but not as well as in this talk.
Here's a playlist of all of Johnny's videos:
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Johnny has still yet to open his eyes after running those red lights
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Hahahaha solid laugh thank you.
This was officially the longest sentence ever spoken in human history. And he said it All in one breath , absolutely amazing!!
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it’s that skante 😂
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So good!
Johnny can manically tell a detailed story while simultaneously directing traffic and conducting music, all while keeping his eyes closed. I'm impressed!!!
Speedballs baby!
Heroin lol
He a heroin addict man
Perfectly said!
Remember he’s watching the hands & the waist LOL
He told a boatload of stories and somehow made it all flow together.
I wonder if half of em were just him having trips off ice 🤷🏽♂️
jib , jib , jib , jib jib, jib , jib . and more jib .
thats la for u random shit jus b happening eryday
That running from the cops adrenaline is soo strong bruh, I can feel it through him telling the story
Same
I love how Johnny tells these stories. He can talk non stop. makes you feel like you was actually there.
Yeah because he is high as fuck on heroin hh
@@flxxy4378 He maybe high, but closing his eyes is just helping him envision a image so he can describe the story in the most detailed ways.
It's non-stop but at a constant flow. ... I should really be asleep ..gdamn Jonny, ill listen later... 1hr later
@@haroo86 🤣
True
I love Johnny because Mark can literally just sit there, he doesn't have to ask Johnny questions, stop him to confirm something, Johnny just goes and talks and gets you absorbed into the story
Those are the best!❤
Explain to me how a 65 year old grandmother from the Midwest can listen to this man’s stories and love every minute.. I’m completely captivated and like a good book, I can’t walk away until the very end. I wish he could make money doing this, so he never takes the risk of going back to jail ever again. He has a gift and I’m so glad he’s willing to share it, I just wish he could make an honest living doing this. Thank you Johnny.
Keeping it real, and it's better than Women behind bars show.
@Misael Quintana I’m in iowa
I'll explain how a 65 year old grandmother from the Midwest can listen to this man's stories and love every minute >>> You and your kids didn't grow up in these neighborhoods. Being a kid and having to zig zag around dudes like this in order to stay out of trouble or get your head bashed in by a couple of them for no reason like i did, was not as glamorous as you might think. The fact that my brother and i didn't join my neighborhood gang made it to where they treated us like we didn't belong there. I'd challenge any of you to take your kids and move into one of these neighborhoods, and come back and tell me you love to hear what this man's got to say.
@@IZRRL you’re right. I failed to recognize my ignorance regarding my statement. I can’t imagine what it must be like to live in a city that’s run by gangs. I grew up completely opposite to what this man is talking about. I shouldn’t see it as glamorous or romantic at any level. My shallow statements were not thought through. I’m sorry for that, but thank you for enlightening me. You presented another level for me to think about. I’ve learned a good lesson, so please accept my apology.
The Soft White Underbelly is my first glimpse into this world. I honestly had no idea what life is like in these neighborhoods or on skid row. In fact, I wish Mark would interview people who grew up in and around, but yet escaped becoming a gang member, drug dealer or prostitute. I think people like you are the unsung heroes, if we were to evaluate the whole picture.
@@cynthialawlor2420 not a hero just a survivor...I grew up where they rob you too. But unlike him I found my inner BEAST and whooped ass about mines got respect about it too...Ain't nothing heroic about getting ya ass beat!! Just be glad he can talk about it!! But he right don't no1 wanna live there tho
This guy should honestly just make a movie about his life because god damn his stories are so entertaining and I love the detail he likes to put in it💯
Yeah a movie about his life would be entertaining asf lol
They did, it's called Cheech and Chonny, Up In Smoke.
The movies do get made they end up on Amazon prime or tubi for free and have the production value of a xxx movie 😂
@@pierrea3094 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Johnny has the best stories honestly. He's been through a hell of a life
He is lying his azz off in alot of this. If you grew up on the streets you'd know. He does tell good stories, even if they aren't true or embellished the Hell out of 🤣🤣
@@texn9326 exactly my thoughts. Just likes to b.s. people
How cute you believe his lies. 😅😅
@@texn9326 can you give deeper explanation as to how he's lying? I'm not against what your saying I just wanna understand what your saying on a deeper level
You people have just led boring lives. When you're from the streets his stories don't seem so outrageous and unbelievable. I've been through shit I'll never speak on. Johnny has absolutely no reason to lie.
This is the second time he told the first 2 stories and they are totally identical , witch shows he’s most definitely 💯% solid ‼️ Salute to Johnny ‼️
Yup I was wondering if it was a reupload or not lol
Yea i remember that
I knew I wasn't the only one that remembered those stories.
The only thing he missed is calling his homegirls the cheeseburger sisters
@@Gdogg88 😂😂😂 that part had me rollin lmao
We should all sit back and close OUR eyes, and listen. Its like a great movie.
ahh i see you ;)
Great movie? Sooooo many are in his way. I can’t imagine it be your car he stole or someone in his way who gets hurt or killed. Sad as it can be. What leads someone to do such things and what can we do about it? Hurting people, hurt people. Why are cops exasperated?
@@claircook4768..yes ma'am,its all bad things that he did in his past,I'm aware. There's really nothing great about it,I know,it is sad. But his story telling gift is great (I hope that makes sense)
I feel sorry that u got to close your eyes I can just zone out
Lmao u a pothead
Johnny is the no. 1 reason I am subscribed to soft white underbelly
Exactly
Johnny spooky and sharp my only favorites
@@gregkis I don't think it sucks, Johnny is a good story teller, which makes it interesting, but I still enjoy other videos. You should watch the one about Gummo the Hacker for example.
Word, his stories hit me hard cuz he paints such a vivid scene with so many details that are peppered here and there
That’s great!!!! I’m sure my dad would be happy to know that😊
I have just discovered Johnny! He is a gifted storyteller and what a life he has lived!! Please Mark, more Johnny
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I just started binging Johnnys' videos. His eyes are closed, he's reflecting, the tiny details make you feel like you were there too. As someone who works with dogs this story had me on the edge.
He is high. Heroin users do this when they slam.
I'm why people feel the need to correct you ...Yes Johnny is high on H but he is purposely closing his eyes to reminisce , Anyone who's Actually caught a Nod before Can tell yes Johnny is High but he's Not So high his eyes are stuck closed... he's doing it on purpose while he pictures his memorys ...
His homegirl solid. She got her head busted in the car and still said RUN!! She focused on the mission
Facts bro
She’s also dumb as shit. Ur going 65 in a high speed chase and still didn’t think to put a seatbelt on? Come on now
@@danielwillis4253 it was a small car 😂
She’s with the shits
The boy lying
Keep Jonnys stories coming mark. His story is a classic story of a young man growing up in gang infested neighborhoods in LA. This stuff is important for many generations to come.
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I grew up in his hood. I never was a part of the life but as strange as this may seem, it's nice to see an OG from the same hood tell his story. Subscribed 👍
Super cap
I would just like to say that this channel and johhnys stories have done so much for me personally, I have been a heroin addict for 2 years and I've made my first week sober. I'll never forget Johnny's story about smelling Roses flowers, all smells of life coming back. i was crying. a real one who knows. mad love to mark and Johnny. you guys have done so much for me. this channel needs to be taught in schools!
Hope you still staying strong homie
Jumped foos but other story's said he never jumped anyone and always went one on one with the fool?
Colton, how is sobriety going? I hope u don't want the hop anymore. Don't know u but I'm pulling for u!
Colton, I hope you stuck with your sobriety. I know it's a tough road. I'm 8 1/2 years clean. We do recover.
I can barely remember what I did in Highschool! This guy is a really good storyteller!
No need to let small tiny thing like the truth get in the way of an interesting story!
Because its based on life experiences that were traumatic or engraved in his memory.
Always exciting to see Johnny. His stories are so captivating. Definitely movie material! Much respect to you OG
Dude you hit the nail on this one. His stories is legendary
Really wanna know how he went to jail after making a video and what video it was
@Art Chave what movie?
Instagram?
One hell of a teller
Pull up a seat ,grab a beer,smoke a cig, grab breakfast , do something but make sure you listening to Johnny when he talks very adventurous lol
3 out of 4 I’m ready. Lol
Don't forget the fentanyl! 👍👍
i lost it 😂
@Art Chave 😂😂😂😂little girl, foul
Lol i always smoke and drink when i hear his stories he amazing with his stories
This dude is 100% pure entertainment.
Love how he uses his hands as well to tell a story.
Stories like this make me humble for my life and Very thankful for everything and everyone I have
I'm absolutely taken by Johnnys' storytelling abilities, each one is different is his animations and the emotion put in it. I never want the session to end, I always want more stories. Hope hes doing okay.
Story-telling is way more intense with eyes closed.
Especially when I close my eyes too.
EXACTLY! Same here!
Imagination 😜
If u don’t know these videos or Johnny then don’t be taking shit they’ve explained numerous times why he closes his eyes !
@@michaeljordan1637 You mad? lol Don't know if you meant talking shit or taking shit, but if you meant talking shit... I don't see who you're referring to here...?
@@aghoulinthewhould I think he is talking to chilly tomb up above.
It’s unfortunate Johnny’s life has been riddled with meaningless gang violence instead of story telling...whether it be through literary, stage or musical expression; he is a master story teller. He could have legitimate success had this talent been channeled in a positive direction...but...it’s never to late! Thanks again Mark for your incredible work! Blessings💖🙏🏻
maybe the story telling comes as a result of the meaningless gang violence, if you watch other gang member videos they all are pretty good at telling stories. I think that has a lot to do with life experience in general.
They're all good at story telling. They're professional liers
"I even crease my underwear tbh" Idk why but, I laughed so hard at that. One of my favorites, guy is super interesting.
I busted out laughing too!
that's straight up old-school Gangster right there.
He’s fresh 2 def
firme
Firme with the creased Dickie shorts
I know the neighborhood Johnny is speaking of. I worked at a high school in that area for almost 30 years and I remember stories some of the kids would tell me. He is captivating, so much so, that I had to comment. Mark, thanks for allowing people to be heard.
One damned impressive storyteller, & I’ve heard some of the best. Speaks clear, no stumbling over words, manages to talk for so long and never lose his place. Very impressive.
I dropped my son off at school had a cup of coffee, puffed, than turned off the tv and sat in my room in bed and didn't stop listening untill the video was over, its weird and very few things can do this, but when johnny is telling his stories, my stomach and emotions ball up because you can vividly see what he is explaining, whether you have gone through it yourself or not , you know what he is telling us is real, wish u the best johnny from south tejas , love this shit homie
Love Johnny’s stories, was a dope surprise to open RUclips and see this!
This is the content I look forward to
I could listen to Johnny tell his stories of his life all day. He has a way of making everything so vivid that you feel as if you're listening to a book or movie!
Johnny, you have an incredible ability to tell a story and keep your listener engaged in every word. I appreciate your personal story and that you shared it with us. Thank you for letting us strangers into your world and best wishes in all you do.
We need a quentin Tarantino movie based on Johnny’s life. Someone needs to write his story lol
It's already wrote my guy we good 😂
Verdad!
YESSSS!!!
David ayer
Blood in blood out
He has the best stories hands down, respect OG
He needs to be a character in the next GTA. I grew up in Pico Rivera ca right next to Norwalk and I was a teenager in the late 80s early 90s. I know how the area was back then. And he is telling the truth lol crazy. Johnny you’re the man.
@Jose Luis Avila What does GTA stand for?
I grew up in El Monte,Ca but I'm very familiar with all that area also.
@@JimiBegbaaji I don't want to be rude but how have you never heard of GTA atleast as the games not the actual charge for stealing a car, it's been in the news and popular media for like 20 years at this point lol
@@honeychubbs 😂 I know of the game. I just never caught it as an acronym. No one in my circle plays it, either. So, it wasn't front of mind when I came across it. 🤭
@@honeychubbs Also, here in the UK, when I worked with the police, the terminology was TWOC - Taking Without Consent.
I’m at work listening to this and I can just picture everything vividly , great story teller
Johnny needs to make a podcast of his own, I’ll bet he would get a shit load of subscribers.
He really should consider a podcast
I bet he would!
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As long as subscribers gave him $$ for drugs.
Nobody’s going to listen to this crackhead 😂
Johnny can we see some family portraits pleaseeee. I think we’d all love to see a young Johnny in his PRIME😈
Prolly looks like a straight g lol you can tell he’s all bout that shit
Yes!!!!
How can u see them
Good looking actually
I seen pics of him when he was younger
@@melissalove460 where
More Johnny interviews please. Love listening to him talk
I can listen to this channel for hours. Great content!
He has his eyes closed to remember in every detail how every thing in his life went, he relives every detail. Dang crazy life....
Can we get this man in these high schools and middle schools to speak with the youth about his experiences 🙌🏻
Mannnnn go find Johnny's brother for more stories. Johnny one of your best if not the best storie teller you have
Eyes anxiously closed in anticipation of a epic story. Let's go!!!!
When Johnny says Lo and behold he’s about to drop a bombshell 😎 dudes awesome and has lived a life
Johnny's interviews are the best!!!!!
The way he's closing his eyes when he's telling his story really shows he's reliving the moment.
It would be amazing if Johnny went to schools and talk to kids about his crazy stories, his story telling is so captivating, im sure it would change and turn around someone's life!
A very stupid idea!!!
@@jameslast7559 nah, Johnny doesn't glorify the life he led he just tells of the hardships and fucked up shit he did and how it's NOT the way to go. The shit they feed you now in school is propaganda (D.A.R.E) and if anything makes kids even more curious to drugs and maybe even crime. Older kids need to hear how things really are with someone they can relate to and from someone that doesn't sound like they're trying to sell you on something
I'm thinking johnny would be a great motivational speaker to deter highschool youth away from gangs & violence.
To warn them through his own experiences.
His speech~~
""How not to be like me" ~~
He could really help kids in a healthy way and possibly save them from joining a deadly gang life.
I love it, he's not trying to be scary or talk bigger than life, he's always really straight forward.
I think a lot of people could learn from his past, somewhere out there is a kid who hasn't been locked up once and his family and friends might be pulling him in, he's gotta save them from that cycle.
You don't wanna be locked up once.
Yes!
He isn’t detouring lol
Always look forward to Johnny’s Gangster tales
The most entertaining guest so far, glad this man has overcame his past and can now tell his experiences to help guide the youth at least
I love real shit.... and I love when I can see the genuiness in somebody and here the authenticity of the story being told and the lesson being conveyed... take a bow my guy... like my father told me when I was lost mentally in what my purpose was "maybe you lived through and went through all the things you've been through so that others wont have to too" he said "starting with your children and the ones close to you and let that shit spread outward. Maybe it'll save a life or two or 3...""" and that stuck with me. But I enjoyed the time you shared on this platform homie... much love braddah... #LastOfADyingBreed
Was happy to see Johnny’s face when I clicked on RUclips today! Wish you well Johnny! 👍🏽💜
This is the best person you've ever had on here. And there are a lot of really good ones.
I absolutely love Johnny I get hyped every time I see and interview with him, his stories are so interesting.
Praying for you every day. You are here for a reason.
I watched a video of him fir the first time yesterday. I was so captivated by his stories. He’s incredible ❤️
This vato has that old school cholo swagger... Good speaker
Johnny's stories are wild and crazy but the way he tells them is much fun he has the knack best to you Johnny
He should be a director or be a writer..ACTION packed stories
Johnny needs to get his own podcast and call it story time telling with Johnny, coming up my parents were strict so my life was totally opposite of what Johnny is talking about but yet at the same time I am holding on to his every word this man knows how to tell a story he is Flowing consistent not dragging his words and making it boring but fast encaptivating
Johnny and Reilly are my favorite. Their stories are wild and so authentic. Amazing story tellers. Johnny you remind me of my Uncles 💜 (thank you for sharing)
Johnny! I absolutely love his videos! I’m glad he came back to share some more life experiences.
I love how he doesn’t call females “bitches” or hoes . It’s always his homegirls or women lol
How OG put out themselves to the world
... unless he's pimping them out!
Cuz he Latino! Not black
You mean exactly like Sharp? 😂
I Love him....so much respect...xxx
Been patiently waiting to see him again 💯🐐
Johnny should talk about his breakdancing and pop-locking days! He’s one of the best popLockers I’ve ever seen would be dope to see him pop lock on his next episode!
Say whaaa
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This Channel will bring so much good, it humanizes people to their real core
I'm watching this from South Africa🇿🇦🌍in KwaZulu-Natal province
Hello from Houston Texas...🎀
Watching my favorite SWU from the Okanagan in Canada🇨🇦👋
That makes three countries so far on this comment thread. Peace to all. Sacramento, CA USA. RobRam
Sydney, Australia
São Paulo, Brasil 🇧🇷
I haven’t even watched this yet but I had to comment first I stay checking up on the channel just to hear more of his stories 💯💯💯💯
DAMN Johnny is on another level when it comes to entertaining on this channel...Fires off words nonstop like an AK
Living in Johnny’s neighborhood growing up I can see everything he says from the family stories the streets, growing up here in Santa Fe springs back then was crazy but I wouldn’t have it any other way I love my city. 🙏🏻
I love the way Johnny tells his stories. I appreciate him for sharing his life with us.
Johnnie & Louis are hands down the best story tellers on this channel.
Yeah he's great at story telling, if you want to listen to some good gangster stories go to stories written by a current prisoner. Just like Johny some stories are insane!
I agree 💯
Agreed
Johnny doesn't share inappropriate things.
I love Louis but he needs to censor himself.
Keep Johnny's story coming.
frr!!
Such an Intelligent and strong man. I wonder what Jonny would of turned out to be if he had childhood that didn’t revolve around the gang life. Respect
You’re just as low IQ as this goof.. he has destroyed so many people in one way or another and you have respect? Ffs .. how are we not extinct with such stupidity?🙄
@@anthonysolis8933 😂🤣
My comment is miss leading. This is not a good example of a strong or intelligent man, in fact he is opposite of a strong and intelligent man.
@@West-rn-showvn-ist-chick I was just into his story at the time and and didn’t realize how much of a nutt job he really his. I grew up hating guys like him.
I honestly think he is just giving mark a ride
Dude I'm so glad you made this channel.
Can’t wait for another video with Johnny. What a storyteller, man.
I remember Johnny told that story about his homeboy having to hide him before.. I can’t remember how it started the first time he told it, but from being hid because he couldn’t run to getting found and bit by the dog all coincides with the original version..! Lol
Also the one with defending his aunt
thats how u kno its 💯
I. Love. This. Guy. Keep these stories coming!!
Johnny's back, by far the most interesting individual on this channel.
You cant deny he is telling this story out of pure ptsd and memory
Such a captivating storyteller. I could listen to him all day.
Thank you for your stories Johnny. Hopefully you sharing your experiences will help others.
Can't get enough of Johnny's stories 👍
Cleaning my house listening to this. Wow real story time for real
I hope you are cleaning it with your eyes open.
@@MrAndyCarlos and just a maid apron thing on... lol
@@McRemmyBaby 😂
@@MrAndyCarlos 😆😆😆🔥
Same and I never clean 🙃😂
Johnny you made me laugh this morning talking about all this stuff you have been through but never saw a mf throw up! So funny that that is what freaked you out. Thanks for your stories. I’ve been listening to all your videos this past week. I truly wish you the best. You are a great talker.
This is Mr. Lo and Behold! Lol still got his eyes shut since running those red lights!! 💯 And don't you just love when a G is telling a story all dramatic but at certain parts they whisper...shits legendary!
Love Johnny! I watch his videos over and over. 💯🔥😎👊👊
Me too he’s dope
We need more story’s this dudes a legend
this dude is such a great story teller! I can listen to him all day
Incredible stories........left pretty much speechless. I was playing basketball and going fishing at 13-14yo
Johnny gives swiveling chairs the most use I have ever seen, stories are entertaining too!! The interviewer actually went to lunch, came back and Johnny didn't even know!🙂
Here before 700 to watch the interesting stories of brother Johnny..
Dude, i lived in San Antonio, the only gringo in a Mexican neighborhood. Very rare and i did get my ass handed to me until i established mutual respect with all my Texmex brothers. I know and have met alot of cool vato's but you are absolutely the most interesting and legit man i have come across. Love your honesty and way you speak and carry yourself. You exhibit the true gang respect that in the old days was there amongst all the gangs regardless of what race or gang they belonged to. Now punks are shooting up neighborhoods and don't even know why. They claim it's about respect. Most of them today would piss their pants if you approached them and put them in their place. Keep on being yourself. You are a true Mexican American gangster that is one of the last of a dying breed. Pun intended...
He said "Texmex brothers" 🤣🤣
How did your family end up living there?
Like why did they pick that neighborhood to live?
@@GORILLA_PIMP what is a Tex Mex? It sounds like a burrito or something.
San Antonio?puro barbacoa and big red over there.
I think your priorities are warped beyond repair.
Johnny YES hes a fascinating individual and he can tell stories like no other! Time to grab a snack and sit back and listen.
Wish Johnny could turn it around~so articulate and what a great storyteller! He needs to write all those stories down. Hope and pray he gets it together- If you can breathe, you can change. Peace❤️
Johnny you need to write a book!! Love listening to your life stories..