Full Movie Miles in the Life: The Story of a BMF Drug Trafficker

Using the cover of an Atlanta limousine driver to traffic large quantities of cocaine across the country for the then largest African American drug organization in the southeast known as Black Mafia Family, often referred to as BMF.
Narrated by Legendary actor Clifton Powell
Written & Directed by @Filmmaker_shaunmathis
Filmed & Edited by @j.toulon
Produced by @LaconicTV
Starring: Wesley Roberts, Jabari Hayes, Tiffani-MiShelle Johnson & Ty Henderson

[@jjw1309]

Thank u for this...I am 43 and my mom was addicted to crack for over 15 years after my father was murdered in the 80's. I saw so much stuff as a kid myself I am also blessed to be here sane today. Thank God my mother eventually became clean and became my best friend. Regardless of her life style then she was still my mom. She just passed 3/28/2020 from covid-19...but best believe she was a strong woman.🙏🏾❤💖🥰👭🏽

[@jabarihayes1607]

Sorry to hear about your mom Shawn. Glad you saw it and could relate to our story. There are so many more like us and hopefully this story can let us know we weren't alone.

[@robertb7643]

Jah bless

[@jamiedavis212]

My family and I am deeply sorry for your loss.May your mom rest in paradise. Shalom my brother

[@mjes4264]

🙏

[@craiggriffiths6018]

Sorry for your loss, glad she beat her addiction & came good not easy to do trust I know, good luck & god bless

[@rayharvest]

Give this mother a round of applause 👏👏👏👏👏for 18+ years clean from drugs - we can judge but it's not easy y'all

[@queenofroses9132]

Ray Harvest I said the same thing. I praised TMH because I believe recovery restoration and healed is possible. God bless you all in the struggle either user or bystanding prayer warrior.

[@ashmerch2558]

BIG FACTS ! judging and bad talking, makes those who do the bad talking look worse than those they talk about. praising success and glorifying the journey of overcoming, and sustaining that success as the ultimate end goal, is how we should talk about one another. a little positivity can go a long way

[@rayharvest]

@@ashmerch2558 you're very wise🙏profound

[@jabarihayes5528]

@@queenofroses9132 I will tell my mother your kind words. Thanks.

[@jabarihayes5528]

@@ashmerch2558 "sustaining that success as the ultimate end goal," is everything we want to show and hope it can rub off on others.

[@mosluggo1]

Whoever is a film maker out there- the whole part of this movie from when he was talking about driving and his trips- DO THAT- make movies like that- this 1 of the best movies i seen in a long time

[@jabarihayes1607]

We receive your compliment and will make more films to tell our narrative.

[@debrafarmer4709]

My story is similar to his mother’s now I’m only months away from becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor. Yes life can be changed through God’s promises!

[@richardwere4487]

All the Best in your Journey Sister, help the rest of the mothers save their generations

[@gloriousjohnson1807]

@@richardwere4487 : Amen! Amen!🙏💋

[@queenofroses9132]

And GOD'S promises are True.

[@zealheals]

Beautiful ~ Praise God- You will help to bless Many 🌼

[@CindyLee-pq5pn]

Congratulations, and I wish you all the best! Thank you for Blessing others with your story!🙏🏾

[@jimhernandez4557]

He said God is with you he never left your side but he puts you threw thing in life so that you can see change that touch my soul✊✊

[@denzelgregoire2747]

The best #tabletennis players of the galaxy face off at the 2020 ITTF Finals. Who will be the champion in this constellation of stars? 🌌🪐 @Official ITTF Channel

[@angelcaballero2329]

@@Cramz Damn brother, you a lost soul , You need to get your soul back ASAP.!only faith in life can give you that ! Life =god !

[@Cramz]

@@angelcaballero2329 actually no whomever believes something outside of self is minimizing ones power on all levels. There’s a proverb that gives something like this and not verbatim, hide the true God where no one would ever search and that’s inside of self. Self created (when you swim out your pop testicles and out of all the millions of life germ you created you) self replicated (you create your self thru woman, and self destructive ( we will perish and return to the essence until we go thru the process all over again.

[@angelcaballero2329]

@@Cramz You a lost soul questioning does the most high school exists.

[@Cramz]

@@angelcaballero2329 yeah ok exactly my point I AM THE MOST HIGH and there is nothing above me.

[@cookietolliver9980]

A Great orator. A Morehouse man is a rare breed. They do create Good men. Stay Blessed. Signed, A Spellman Grad

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Spelman sister. You stay blessed too!

[@metatron0000]

Class 95. Newark NJ.

[@beb5407]

@@jabarihayes1607 Mr Hayes can me and my two kids meet you? A presence with the face has a lot of power. My daughter is 12 and my son is 6 and they live a privileged lifestyle but they need to know all sides of life, so they can innerstand this journey called life. My name is Rebecca ☮️

[@beb5407]

@@jabarihayes1607 Mr Hayes me and my two children stumbled over this documentary. We needed to see this for a reason!!! We cried and hugged and smiled. You are the epitome of Black 🖤 Excellence. We humbly bow and salute you. I hope you come to South NJ one day soon and meet you for inspiration and admiration. You did it! The system is designed to fail us but you changed the pattern and the design. We thank you. We hope to meet U 🌠☮️💫 South NJ residents salute U!! I hope you get this message.

[@ronsmith9735]

@@jabarihayes1607 I stumbled across this doc on KZbin. As I watched, I said to myself... This dude looks familiar. I attended Morehouse from 89 - 95. We didn't know one another but I remember your face. God bless you brotha! Ron Smith, Class of 1995.

[@GTFCEO]

Just found this after VladTV interviewed Jabari and mentioned this documentary, I already know it's gna be a banger

[@JerzredCBS]

Coming from a cat that peeps alot of documentaries, this is by far one of THE best ones I've ever seen. The production value and narration by Jabari and others makes it that much more personal feeling. And I respect and love this brothers raw, unfiltered thoughts on all of this. I 100% wish this brother and his family nothing but the best in life moving forward and wanna thank him for such an honest, unflinching testimonial about his story 💯💪🏾

[@AneeFrisnk9255]

RIP ANN FRANK

[@21poloonmydraws]

Probably the first doc ive watched on my phone. Definitely worth the watch.

[@jabarihayes1607]

KZbin has made it so available and we're favored to have them behind us. Thanks again for watching Miles.

[@AtypicalM]

@@jabarihayes1607 I feel like I owe you money for watching this for free. How could someone support your movement?

[@LaconicTV]

@@AtypicalM You can support the movement by sharing the documentary, that would be great! If you feel really compelled to send money (which is great) email me at [e-mail]

[@johnpaige9775]

@@AtypicalM hi Matt

[@aleiterful]

I watched this like two weeks ago.. I saw it on Amazon tv and it’s not on prime so I was like shit now I have to watch it on my phone again... it’s one of them movies when u get reminded of you have to go watch it lol

[@jabarihayes]

Eternally grateful to Laconic (Shaun Mathis & Justin Toulon) for bringing Miles in The Life to live. I pray that the world watches Miles in The Life and sees the story of Redemption knowing that change can occur if you want it!! Love y'all.

[@blackcircleenterprises.9095]

Salute to you brotha. ✊🏾 Well put together doc

[@danacooper6723]

This documentary was executed well. I know there are a LOT of Jabari Hayes in this world and I hope and pray we can share your story to show what Redemption looks like. You are a VERY intelligent man.

[@jabarihayes1607]

@@danacooper6723 blessed by your comment and thankful I'm using what God has given me.

[@osmanmohamedgaileh3594]

Jabaris your a superstar and thank for telling your story and Allah bless

[@lindomzi]

Thank you for sharing your story, I'm glad I watched this. Stay blessed brother and wishing you all the best in life

[@yoshdoe455]

After the money went she went... charge it to the game. Some of the realest words ever spoken.

[@JP-by6pe]

💯

[@kenji4354]

Shorty was supposed to buy a building or something to generate some source of income to make sure he had something to come home to to work with 🤷🏾

[@darcellemanns5019]

That's real man words

[@m.a.sweetz2965]

Any ladies reading Kenji's comment ✨Message✨ 💪💯

[@realmontana6838]

@@kenji4354 in the real world that don’t work.. some of the women don’t have the initiative to even think like that.

[@ikelove8775]

Man I found this by accident...but this film MUST be shown to the youth man

[@jabarihayes1607]

Harvey I hope so. Really don't want young men to go down the path I went.

[@blacklionofyehudahjustin3104]

Same here, I just happened upon it. With that being said I'm glad I did!

[@angelgarcia1586]

Man me too

[@chocolatecity1487]

Pop up on my phone, I was listen to music

[@1stlady418]

@@jabarihayes1607 My name is Kim and I stumbled upon this film. U R the truth...and handsome too..I'm so touched by ur story..May God continue 2 bless U..Our young men nowadays need men just like U in their lives..U still have a bigger calling on Ur life..I just know that u do🙏🏼. Thank u 4 ur story.

[@blankblank3397]

Alot of guys live that life or similar definitely not built like this guy. While most make enemies he made life long friends along the way. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jabarihayes1607]

Favored to have friends in my life like all those who participated in Miles.

[@jbfthree1]

No matter the skin color.

[@mikecoughlin5901]

Moved to ATL in 09’, I remember the stories n articles talking about BMF. Never quite understood how they moved it so smoothly. Jabari is one smooth cat!! Awesome story, Awesome life! Glad to hear you’ve turned your powers back on the good side. Much respect ✊ and future success!

[@team69racing11]

This probably the best bmf documentary/story outz!! Free meech!!

[@johnleon2594]

👌💯👌

[@jabarihayes1607]

Honored to receive that statement by you.

[@danc3583]

This is the first BMF information I looked at in it’s entirety great documentary

[@Gcock]

Great Documentary - it takes a strong man and a Good man to not let this life harden your heart. Very inspirational.

[@jabarihayes1607]

US we really set out to tell the story of inspiration. Miles in the Life is meant to give to the world and I'm thankful to God that I can be a vessel for others to see what is possible.

[@davidburton6535]

This man made the money the money didn’t make him he was accountable with integrity and rose again

[@blacklionofyehudahjustin3104]

Indeed

[@tdawgt5866]

The projects and prison similarity in design blew me away

[@spanklocpimpn7517]

Crazy how they are the same. Smmfh

[@adambarnhart2188]

Both are low income housing, why so surprised?

[@christruman5445]

they are fire barriers required

[@dustinbanneddotvideo2082]

Sounds about right, they have been preparing us for what is coming, the Elite are very evil people.

[@jensgronning4436]

There’s no correlation between the two. The multiple doors in public housing are actually an attempt to keep crime out, and fire code requires barriers. The government does plenty of dirt, but this is an overreach

[@412AutoCare]

Solid. Stand up guy. Nothing else can or needs to be said. Loyalty died when BMF was taken down.

[@mikeisaako968]

V

[@zj391]

😂😂😂😂

[@lonewolf277]

Love that he loves his mother!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Linda I love her and speak to her daily. Thanks.

[@poochiemane5326]

@@jabarihayes1607much love bro you're a stand up Guy ! Love this documentary!!

[@georgelay5426]

The best thing I have watched in my life. This man, Jabari, is just God sent, period!!!!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Very blessed to receive your kind words. Appreciate it Mr. Lay.

[@michellegrant6476]

The potter put the vessel back together again. Praise God this is a powerful testimony! Your circumstances do not determine your future!

[@waynedonald8122]

Listening to Jabari talk u can tell he's a trust worthy person....

[@thuromaintenance9713]

Meech is one of the most respected guys in all the federal system to this day #FreeUp

[@politicallil7060]

Man should have his mind studied he obviously was a marketing, logistics and business genius

[@jeanettesdaughter]

Well good cuz that’s his permanent home. A sad waste of talent. Mind like that in a better world he’d be running a global shipping company. Coffee 🤔 maybe!

[@lifeisgood7509]

@@jeanettesdaughter No that will not be his permanent home he does have an outdate

[@jordanwood183]

very inspiring story. They didn't glorify the drug or crime life in this documentary.. it's about redemption. Glad I watched this...

[@LaconicTV]

Thank you Jordan, redemption was the theme we were going for.

[@jordanwood183]

@@LaconicTV awesome. We all have our struggles. His mother’s 18 years of clean time lifted my spirits in the same way that the story of him rebuilding his life after his prison stint did. I’m a 38 year old white dude, life long rap fan who grew up in Atlanta, so I remember the BMF era. It’s an amazing story. No such thing as the “White Mafia Family” in 2020, unless you count the police, or the Republican Party LOL forgive me if I brought offense by getting political or racial. Just a joke. Peace and blessings!!

[@simplylily336]

@@jordanwood183 yes I agree the approach was absolutely great. Most of all he never lost himself but truly found who he really was..May the Lord continue to bless his life. And may he stay forever grateful and humble before the God of 2nd chances...

[@markhumphries8150]

@@LaconicTV èsßß weekend àw asap

[@jabarihayes1607]

Laconic did a excellent job in showing my family's struggles and not glorifying my past life but using it as a platform to heal and help others. Thank you.

[@cind4846]

Believe it or not, this video popped up on my feed since last year and once again today after watching a snippet of Lil Meech interview. Glad I watched this documentary because it was God centered at the end. You can never lose in life when you have God on your team. God bless you Jabari Hayes.

[@truenicca]

I got hyped up I really thought this was a BMF movie. It's still a great documentary and very informative and education, without glorifying the life of a drug dealer like other drug documentaries.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Elgonda Hicks we tried really hard not to make this about the glorification of drug dealing, but to show our narrative. The power is in us to change and show change from real people. Thanks for checking us out.

[@tronmh]

This is a story that every kid needs to hear. Bravo!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Milton.

[@tronmh]

Thank you for sharing!

[@dustinbanneddotvideo2082]

My mother was on it for quite awhile, I didn't really understand at first, when I figured it out it was hard to watch sometimes, she finally put it down. We also had a limousine service. Beautiful woman,Rest her soul. May God help Everyone in the struggle.

[@jabarihayes1607]

You understand. Glad she put it down. It's tough watching your love one going thru it.

[@monoptv940]

I like how detail oriented he was when driving.

[@parahgad4800]

Mr. Jabari has a kind and positive spirit despite a few bumps and bruises he managed to become the man he was decent to be.I truly enjoyed the video and thank you for sharing your story.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Parah, I am thankful to be in my right mind from the things I've been thru. Grateful to Him that I can give part of my pain to help someone.

[@KingNez89]

I'm so mf proud of this brother for getting clean and making this enlightening beautiful documentary.

[@jabarihayes1607]

illusive_neezy88 I am going to do my best while I'm on this earth to help others who have lived this particular life!

[@KingNez89]

@@jabarihayes1607 love and salute to you my brother 💯✊✊

[@migscaff]

Thank God I cleaned up my life and god blessed me with 3 children and a beautiful wife

[@jabarihayes1607]

Good for you Miguel!

[@helpmejesus2856]

Yaaaaay!! You're the best!! Good job!! King pin! You must've flipped a lot of bricks. What was your gang's name since we're talking about you?

[@ericjones3314]

me too bruh Thank you Jesus

[@superfatherhavies8447]

He got sentence the same day I did only a different year and different amount. I got mine in 2002 and received 188 months. Forever free now! Stay safe family!

[@richardwere4487]

That's one long a@@ prison sentence to imagine, glad you're okay

[@kevincain6379]

God bless homie stay free stay safe 💪🏾🙏🏾

[@bles05]

🙏 💪💪

[@frankgraziano9759]

Damn bruh I salute you on your homecoming. I.pray that you never have to be caged like an animal in a system to hold you down. Welcome back to the light good luck and God bless.

[@jayshah9967]

Damn bro. Thank God you are out and free now.

[@robertmazyck6318]

Didn't allow his past hold him back, humble,intelligent & Prayerful. Lesson well learnt. CHANGE IS GOOD FOR OUR SOUL🙏🙏

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Robert.

[@journeymarie7432]

I aim to have ppl speak these things about me .... im getting back everything I allowed the devil to steal from me n more... thats one of the fringe benefits of the lifetime membership from God. Im not a felon im a child of God. Im not a b.... im someone's mom..... Paul was a murderer among many other things.. God uses the lower to shame the higher. Be encouraged ! It hasn't happened yet... it will.... its tangible..... these brothers are proof... thanks in advance God

[@CocoapieRodriguez]

When his brother said: "They didn't have no where for me to go" I felt that 😭😭😭

[@jabarihayes1607]

Cocoapie, I felt that too. His statement was very emotional. Thanks for watching.

[@ronnakniazi7596]

Never feel bad 🙂

[@ronnakniazi7596]

Never feel like that...stay strong 💪..... .stay. happt......

[@Bossyglossy1]

I am so proud of this Man. There is no limit to what God can do. Beauty for Ashes. Very deep and I sincerely appreciate the share may God continue to bless him and his family.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Glad that I finally paid attention to the love and message God has given me. Blessed to have come out on this side and share how good He is to all of us.

[@antwanjones4079]

@@jabarihayes1607 amen 🙏 🙌

[@queenangel7927]

Big pharma still the worlds biggest drug dealers,what an amazing god.

[@feliciajohns4148]

AMEN

[@kamarimari7765]

Best documentary I’ve seen . Jabari is so inspiring and a true example of God’s grace.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Kamaria I appreciate the kind words. God's grace and mercy.

[@shaftscribwallace2795]

So who done this story n how do reach out. Just finding out who and what my farther was in harlem….. buppy johnson era… please n thank you

[@crosson347]

Just listening to this brotha was very inspirational to me. He was right. Pain is pain. It ain't where you're from it's where you're at. I'm proud of him. He is a role model for any young person out there no matter their color. I think everyone needs to see this. God bless you my brotha. I'm glad you got your life back together.

[@johntexas8417]

WOW!! I like the "entire" family depicted in this documentary. I most especially like the two brothers. I REALLY like and respect the "men" they grew to be and are.

[@LaconicTV]

Thanks John!

[@johntexas8417]

@@LaconicTV Everyone in the show is well spoken, thoughtful, introspective and positive. It would be very difficult in real life meeting any of them to not liking them. None of us get out of here spotless and none of us get out of here alive. At some point and time we each go back home from where we each originated. I'm sure somehow or way, I'll meet all these folk on....the flip side 🤠🙋‍♂️🇺🇲

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks John. Shaun & Justin did a great job of displaying our truth without sensationalizing the story.

[@KandyGTV]

I remember moving to Atlanta for college and seeing BMF billboards all over the city. Everyone knew who BMF was. It was only a matter of time before they got caught up, BMF was the talk of the city.

[@KingGiL7]

What's your Instagram?

[@tyreed.pettis8528]

I remember that too. I moved there for college in 2003.

[@mikepollard5973]

Damn Kandy u so 🔥

[@patricemurray7931]

This was a great documentary . This guy reminds me alot of myself thats why they say you should never judge a book by the cover. Looking at him you would never guess hed be a drug transporter or been in jail or lived the kind of life he lived. He definitely had a story to tell.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Patrice Murray thank you for leaving a comment. The story is so important to tell the world and show them you can make a real change. We will do more docs that cover the story of Redemption.

[@joycelynnwellons2616]

@@jabarihayes1607 THANK YOU FOR YOUR STORY MR. HAYES.

[@JC_inc]

It can also goes the other: some hard working class, hood looking bros are just construction workers, & not drug dealers🤣

[@anthonybrown3481]

One of the best docs I've seen.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Delighted that you enjoyed Miles in the Life. We're going to continue to make great docs. Thank you.

[@tkjspeaks1491]

Wow coincidentally I’m watching this on Nov, 16... happy birthday Jabari edit: this was amazing, thank you for sharing this story

[@007milefoelife]

Me too

[@razorbackrazorback3412]

Mee 4

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thank you tkjspeaks for watching Miles and the birthday wishes. Laconic did a great job in displaying our life.

[@tkjspeaks1491]

@@jabarihayes1607 well it was easy because you are a great story teller. Ever thought about writing a book? Also hope you had a good birthday 🥳 Love from Oakland

[@eddienash2095]

"Can you do 25 to life" That should be a required question in poor communities

[@LaconicTV]

Facts!

[@lenoxwheat438]

Meanwhile the same crime for others doesn't have severe penalties.

[@dubmakinwill2479]

@Scar face you sound slow... what did color have yo do with saying “poor communities..?!?”🤔

[@lgee9027]

@@lenoxwheat438 exactly and they know this and still try it🧐🧐

[@mosluggo1]

@@brownesugaraverytreats3359 hah!! The last thing the feds do it play "fair." Quite the opposite- you sound like someone who has never dealt with any type of legal system. State or fed

[@dsamuels4373]

Ironic.. The most Square dude in BMF, Turned out to be the most Solid!!!!

[@angelalassiter5905]

Proud to see he/his Mom has persevered thru it all, Amen and God Bless.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Angela, I am too!!! Thank you and I will tell her.

[@neekodoneknow1537]

A real man not many people around like him Now.🇮🇳

[@jabarihayes5528]

Neeko, I appreciate the support and proud to be a role model to my family.

[@curtissevans4192]

Jabari roc solid like his testimony and God is good wish I had a chance too orc with BMF

[@berthamaejackson706]

I TOTALLY ENJOYED THIS MAN'S STORY. THANKS FOR SHARING

[@rayjohnson7810]

This is the first BMF information I looked at in it’s entirety great documentary

[@designyourself5921]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3nLgoahr9SNo6M

[@alprofit]

I am proud to call this gentleman a friend of mine!

[@johntexas8417]

Al, You should be. Fantastic documentary on the human will to evolve, thrive and contribute

[@RossRossiter]

What a superbly executed documentary. White boy from Bristol, UK. who consistently loves your work.

[@jabarihayes5528]

@@johntexas8417 thank you so much. We will thrive and contribute to others just like us.

[@jabarihayes5528]

I'm proud to know you, learn from you, watch how you move and appreciate you. Thanks Al.

[@johntexas8417]

@@jabarihayes5528 Yes Sir we will. Thank you!

[@llw53one]

Im glad Jabari is doing well. Sometimes good people make bad choices it does not make them a bad person. The producer did an awesome job on this video. Jabari and his brother are both well spoken people with good hearts. Peace and Blessings to all❣️

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks.

[@morriswhitaker236]

Well said!

[@bb-zm4rg]

I wish I could love this comment every night before I fall asleep, dont ask why

[@slanger2563]

@@jabarihayes1607 why did they have you driving those crazy hours and long trips with so many hours of no rest or sleep. Terrible planning in my opinion. Not criticizing at all...just saying. I'm 50..I'm very street friendly..I've worked construction and have drove across country quite a bit from plant to plant very tired. But that much product or money...just a bad decision and planning in my opinion.

[@dianemarshall7439]

Not condoning any illegal acts...that's what's up! Smart Black People! When we put our minds together and work together as a team, we can be successful at anything.

[@jite209]

So true

[@gammalord9986]

🗣🔥💯

[@frednkoyi6851]

Yes my sister. We need to be solutions oriented and take ownership for our actions like our brother Jabari. I was also touched by his unconditional love for his mom 🙏🥰🙏...

[@ousmanekonate5253]

Greetings from paris France so true is time to wake up blacks people Diane you are beautiful

[@nikkidotts3687]

YES!!

[@Clarene24]

Why am I addicted to these docs🤦🏽‍♀️

[@jlc5744]

cuz you like real shit.. real life.. I'm same

[@Clarene24]

@@jlc5744 yup

[@designyourself5921]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3nLgoahr9SNo6M

[@billymitchell2897]

Amen, God never leaves

[@Breezisdead]

This is one of the best documentaries I have ever seen...

[@LaconicTV]

Thank you. That's a huge compliment!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Breez thanks for watching Miles.

[@devanselanders2380]

This was one of the most inspiring flicks I've seen, definitely a must watch! Everyone deserves a second chance and you definitely did it....much respect to you and your mother/family

[@LaconicTV]

Wow, thank you!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Grateful you watched it. Glad to have a second chance and I'm going to use it to help others.

[@charrissetaylor3323]

This is an AWESOME story!!! God bless this young man and God bless you all.

[@Chicofloorspaint]

So yeah, this was put together so delightley, that you can feel everything that Jarbari was speaking on. I will be recommending this movie/documentaries. Must see

[@StevenEvens7125]

This was put together so what? What's that word?

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thank you Chico F. Laconic Productions really brought our story to life and did a great job.

[@osfmovement6188]

This probably the best bmf documentary/story outz!! Free meech!!

[@jabarihayes1607]

@@osfmovement6188 thanks. I hope Meech gets out sooner than later!

[@Shomari_Supreme]

Executed perfect. Not overly Gangsta but far from soft. Relatable. Growth & Development is real. Free LH ✊🏾

[@whaleseatsharks7607]

Growth and Development.

[@joesausele1762]

well said Shomari X- outstanding doc

[@jabarihayes1607]

You said something really good, 'Growth & Development is real.' So true and its free if we want to change.

[@dsamuels4373]

Some drug kingpins go to jail, others become president of the United States and Colonels in the military.

[@filmmakershaunmathis5309]

@@dsamuels4373 lol no argument there.

[@DivinevirgoFeminine]

You never know what a child is going through. Don't ever judge a book by its cover, kids don't act out for no reason at all it only takes one person to believe in somebody enough to make a difference.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Cole Fenyvesi you are so right when you say you never know what a kid is going thru. They are acting out for a specific reason and I have had those gap filler aunts and teachers who took me in and showed me another way. Thanks for sharing.

[@AFWUNICORN]

Truth

[@DivinevirgoFeminine]

@@jabarihayes1607 I'm so happy for you! It wasn't until my late 20's I found a mentor that showed me what it means for someone to believe in me enough to be able to believe in myself.

[@theurbanartist775]

@@DivinevirgoFeminine you are so beautiful

[@DivinevirgoFeminine]

@@theurbanartist775 thank you for your kind words.

[@vikingking187]

They called him a nerd but he the real deal OG.

[@shaynepatrick3585]

@BxxDxx Hoodoo And To Think B, This Scary Nerd Is The One That Didn't Snitch!! Hmmmmm I'd Put My Money on My dude in A NYC Minute!

[@sokofilmsnyc]

The “nerds” today are the complete opposite, from what it was before . . . . . . . the ones that don’t know about technology - the ones who know how to ‘hack’ the WiFi & finesse the cell companies & online social media sites as well as how to ‘work’ the banks & people with card scamming / skimming, are now the ‘cool’ ones & the so-called ‘nerds’ . . . . . . Oh how the times have changed right before my eyes in such a short period of time 🤣😂🤣😆🤣😂

[@dsamuels4373]

I'm so mf proud of this brother for getting clean and making this enlightening beautiful documentary.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Viking. True compliment. I am not ashamed of being a nerd. I hope a lot of young men and women can be comfortable in their skin to be who they are and not compromise self.

[@viral-titlepizza9627]

@@sokofilmsnyc good point I'm currently looking 4 a guy like that. I'd kill 4 him these so called Gees ain't worth what they think is.

[@BeautifulSoul-zk6lo]

At 42 y.o I can relate to the story! Thankful for where I am in life now and grateful to be alive!!! If you never lived it you will never understand it on a certain level.. Good documentary good brotha, peace and blessings!!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thank you and we will continue to do our best to make real content we can all get something out of.

[@BeautifulSoul-zk6lo]

@@jabarihayes1607 I couldn’t agree more! I mentor young ladies in my neighborhood. Once you apart of tearing a city (hood) apart! It’s vital to help repair it!!!

[@suprcrzy]

This was an outstanding documentary! I wasnt sure about it at first, because an hour and a half is a while to watch someone that you've never heard of! But I'm glad I did! Big props to anyone that had a part in making this, as well as to those that were interviewed!! Great story! And Kenneth Torrey Collins, I mean Jabari 😊, God bless you for being able to bounce back!!

[@daz6704]

Each era has there hard times. The crack era was wicked man. It was bad, real bad. Rest easy to the many that didn’t make it. To the ones still locked down keep ya head up. To those who did make it threw I hope all is well. The 80’s took down a lot of good ones man

[@piashadononfroy1261]

BORN IN 1985 IN CHARLOTTE QUEEN CITY CHARLOTTE💯😔1988 WAS THE WORST YEAR EVER BACK THEN HURRICANE HUEGO DESTROYED CHARLOTTE ON TOP OF THE CRACK EPIDEMIC 😔💯

[@muminaharris81]

I'm from Baltimore and on God i dropped tears hearing this outside if the projects I lived a very similar experience with my mom

[@piashadononfroy1261]

BORN IN 85, MY BIG BRO IN 83 WE HAD A DIFFICULT LIFE BY 88 MY MOM WAS DOING A 15 YEAR BID, HURRICANE HUEGO DESTROYED OUR HOUSE WE LOST EVERYTHING AND AFTER THAT TRAGEDY I LOST MY MOM TO PRISON BC OF DRUGS, SOMEONE SHOT HER BOYFRIEND KILLED HIM AND SHE NEVER RECOVERED AFTER THAT. ITS SO UNFORGETTABLE 😔🥺😓SHE IS NOT THE SAME PERSON HASN'T BEEN FOR A VERY LONG TIME🥺😔

[@willhaynes2190]

Yes all that you said is 1000% true

[@derricktalbert6554]

💪 ❤

[@IntelligentRiskTaker]

I was a truck driver for seven years and everything he said about being on the road I can relate to, the truth and nothing but the facts!! 💯💵🙏🏽 everybody got a story #Detroit #BMF #Salute

[@jabarihayes1607]

Intelligent Risk Takers you know exactly how I felt!

[@AnthonyHarris-wm8oz]

This is an amazing story. Not another story glorifying the lifestyle but enlightening and educate us about the ills, downfalls, and consequences as a result of it. Props to you brother. I wish you more success and blessings 🙌

[@Dante.254]

"When the Money goes, will the honey stay, when the grey sky's replace the sunny days" Jay-z ✍🎶🎵

[@michaelotieno6524]

Charge it to the game. Glad he didn't get kids with her.

[@janaskibo871]

You are a true warrior Jabari. Proud of you for putting you and your family first.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Jana Skibo I'm proud to have a family and to be in their lives. Thanks.

[@burroughs3691]

I remember hearing about other families going through this. I am blessed to not have been through that but my heart breaks for the ones that did. Super happy that they all lived to tell their story

[@ButchBrown7]

Jabari was cool as a cucumber he understood the Game & all that came with it. He handled it well

[@IrieSeminole42087]

This video sincerely is a testament to WHY being black is something feared and idolized... the amount of resilience and strength it took to NOT break or succumb to pressures is surreal! Thank you for your POV and angle, I know someone’s life will be saved from this ... without a doubt! @Jabari Hayes

[@jabarihayes1607]

Naji I'm realizing that my story can help other people and I'm going to do my best to keep spreading the word. I'm putting together a even bigger platform to connect with others who've experienced the pain to share and save lives. Thanks.

[@IrieSeminole42087]

@@jabarihayes1607 Wow! I am an advocate for our community. And am trying to shed the same light to the youth today to use THEIR minds as the weapons they so desperately seek for leverage!!! I feel like as a PEOPLE we have to come together and save OURSELVES!!!! I know you may have all the help in the world, but if you need anything or resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to see the work you do and better understand how to help my people the same as you! #JahBless

[@feefee5163]

Proud all YA'LL. Not easy to break that Addiction so happy for all YA'LL.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Feefee I'm glad my mother broke her addiction and we have the great relationship we have today.

[@feefee5163]

@@jabarihayes1607 God Bless her. 🙌

[@lasanehamilton1588]

Blessed is the Man & women who’s been corrected! Yes sir and Amen 🙏🏾

[@jabarihayes1607]

You know it!!

[@jaye3537]

Im so glad this popped up on my newsfeed. I have been waiting for this full documentary for about 2 years when i first saw the snippet. Great job, Jabari! Im rooting for you, brother. ✊🏿 From Detroit, MI

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Jay E. We are going to what we can to help others and share our narrative of the experiences we go thru.

[@leadinglady2194]

This is definitely a special kinda dude!! GOD BLESS HIM!!🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@djdreammusic7289]

I love seeing folks living to be able to tell there story.💯

[@jabarihayes1607]

Very true. It's time for us to take the reins and tell our story from our perspective.

[@jessironquillo1467]

I am proud to call this gentleman a friend of mine!

[@thegoatfather9720]

Not too many stand up men like this left salute!!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thank you.

[@dionawilliams6594]

This documentary was phenomenal.

[@shilovanna]

Both brothers are very smart, well spoken and good hearted people! It's a shame that they had to go through a hell like childhood...

[@cathybroadus4411]

Not only well spoken but able to translate pain and hurt so deftly. The Hayes brothers are just too inspiring.

[@snapstradamus888]

Millions of black kids like everywhere today that no one cares for....

[@GEVINCHYGAMEZ]

Big meech was a real boss man

[@njjjjjjjjhhhs]

compelling documentary with the smooth jazzy background. this film should be played in schools to help deter folks from going in that life

[@brew62]

So beyond inspirational I want to thank you for Sharing this story with us. Appreciation is an understatement brother

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thanks Brew. I'm glad I found Laconic Productions to bring Miles to the world. These comments make me go harder.

[@MTE.50]

This Brother is a Man of Integrity and Honor. Look at What The Most High Can do and and powerful Testimony. Bless Up Fam

[@robertmartin5555]

This story needs to be told ot everyone proud of you KING👑

[@shawnglover2829]

Wow I usually don't watch documentaries on my phone but this one had me hooked from beginning to end great story God bless you brother

[@LaconicTV]

Thanks Shawn, glad you enjoyed it!

[@JamesBrown-ty5wp]

Me too Bra....

[@jabarihayes1607]

Glad you had the opportunity to watch and enjoy Miles in the Life. We will continue to tell the stories to inspire and show that redemption is attainable!

[@chicdollie6088]

This was a great documentary!....

[@shawnmckinnon3912]

Amazing man loyal to the soil. Free big Meech and the BMF

[@ctfinest8603]

That was the best documentary I have seen in a very long time thank you it's not the best. Well done❗❗

[@jabarihayes1607]

Honored by your words. Thanks.

[@Monk-eee]

Money isn't everything.... This man nailed it on the head when he said "God never left you", I know I left him when I was using. I only thanked God when the cops didn't find my stash. I am 19 months sober today after fighting an addiction that was so strong and evil for 15+ years. That way of life for me is not what I want to be remembered for. I'm given this opportunity to be somebody and help another addict who needs a chance who deserves to feel hope and find peace in their minds and become a productive person. It's available to us all but you have to put in the work, freedom isn't just given to you because you want it, you have to fight to keep it. ODAAT y'all that's all we got. Be kind to one another, be generous with you words of praise and uplifting, we all have struggles but we don't have to do it alone. Find your freedom live sober and embrace change. #LiveNLetLive 💜✌🏽😁💯

[@jabarihayes1607]

Blessings to you Katherine Marie. Glad you shared your story.

[@christinelazarus5662]

This was super dope! I watched every minute....blessings to him and his family

[@jabarihayes1607]

Christine Lazarus thank you! I will tell my mother and brother you sent blessings.

[@majorcurto5418]

This was a great documentary. This should be a Hollywood movie or cast on Netflix👍🏾😀. God truly love you bro!! Keep loving your mother, all the girl friends and wives can come and go but she won’t ♥️❤️♥️♥️♥️✊🏿✊🏿

[@adeyinkafagbayi]

Thank you for this amazing and inspirational narration of your life Jabari. Stay blessed 🙌

[@oscart2767]

Blessed ! Just a time in your life, everyone has a moment of regret (sin$) . Enjoyed the docu, thanks for sharing. God be the Glory

[@jabarihayes1607]

God is good all the time!

[@scmarine843]

I've made a load of life choices that I'm not proud of, however, I can rest at night knowing I try daily to better myself or have my good outweigh my bad. I see this gentleman in the same light and have the utmost respect towards him. Solid documentary and know you, your son, mom, brother and others have someone they can be proud of brother. Blessings to you and yours.

[@carmenlidia13]

Great documentary & Great Ending. Thank you, for This & God Bless Everyone. Peace & Blessings to all 🙏♾🙏🏾

[@valbabcock9754]

Amazing and truly inspiring. Hats off to everyone who had a hand in presenting this story.

[@LaconicTV]

Thank you!

[@Kgfurniture47]

Much respect to this brother!!!!👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@jabarihayes1607]

So lucky my brother agreed to make the film. His story is important too becuase he gives a different perspective.

[@RW-dc9kt]

That was deep about the projects comparison to prison i never looked at it like that.

[@fonda7760]

I agree with you. Imagining 24/7/365 life, no, existence, constant reminder of a ‘prison like’ experience, many thinking and feeling hopelessness for ‘breakfast, lunch and dinner’ is enough to embed deeper even scars, on top of trauma scars sooo deep to the physical, spiritual and soul. It Is by God’s all sufficiency together with a surrendering heart and godly support systems in place which makes the eternal and life changeS. And no, this does not mean perfection for there always will be trials, some of our own doing or by actions perpetrated on us by others. Philippe Matthews, profound brother I recently discovered on KZbin, reminds, “There is nothing wrong with us family; it is what happened to us!” There is a ‘housing project’ I often pass by. Never will I see these complexes and the many families living in them the same. Except by the grace of God, there go I.

[@blacklionofyehudahjustin3104]

Spot on description and comparison, and it is no coincidence either.

[@roryoliver6743]

Both designed by the government with no consideration given to appearance and a huge concern for security. Those bars are not to "condition" people for prison, they're there to protect the people behind them.

[@258athletics]

Ikr that was deep and made so much sense

[@RW-dc9kt]

@@258athletics it really did though.

[@deborahbarnes9645]

What a wonderful story of strength and resilience. God puts people in our paths. I feel blessed to have watched this, and have this man theoretically cross my path. Thank you

[@JOESEMTEX69]

Truly and from the heart, the best Movie/Documentary I've ever watched!!!

[@joshuamauricewooten]

If every teacher had a mindset like this lady we would live in a better society. She really loves her job and children.

[@jabarihayes1607]

Mrs. Fox is a awesome teacher and I am a better man because of her. She's retired and I love that lady so much.

[@raineyj560]

Yes our kids cannot be seen as throw aways

[@chestergoodson14]

Was a good one,love the story

[@colbg5200]

Thank you for telling your story. May God continue to order your steps and give you the right guidance!

[@jabarihayes1607]

Thank you Mr. Goffney.

[@keam998]

Wow such a great story. I just stumbled on this. I'm so glad you were blessed with another chance to be great