Welcome to the most dangerous city in America

[@Jason-se1ke]

"You can't beef with people and get money." Words to live by.

[@pistolpete191]

Violence only begets more violence.. It does not beget more money 👊💯

[@jaybiggs7021]

What exactly hell does that even translate to????

[@aaronanthony589]

Ayyye... In my nle choppa voice. Big Fase 💯 (The Game Brother) said that on Game lil documentary yrs ago. Ijs. Definitely real ish. Definitely ish to live by. 💯💪🏿

[@ja2415]

Rappers do it, beef with their competitors and still Get money 💰

[@RodC1987]

They say beef is a poor man sport

[@lstarcept7296]

They were all positive and calm. One of the few videos, I’ve watched where they wasn’t bragging about the murder rate or how gangsta their city is. Maybe because it’s a gangsta city for real, and doesn’t have shlt to prove.

[@chillywilliedfw9093]

Detroit speaks for itself. If you from the MW or East Coast Especially you know they get busy since the 60s honestly.

[@TheFinancialFrank]

That's exactly correct. It speaks for itself, we trying to make it out.

[@themilkman4448]

That first dude was for a minute but changed up quick

[@zakeejones-rumph2055]

They solid

[@Jah_Nzola]

@@TheFinancialFrank Instead of “making it out” and intergrading into racist white neighborhoods, we should hold a mentality of building our own wealth and neighborhoods like our ancestors did with black wall street. The problem is that crab in a barrel mentality we have… The only people we seem to “get busy” on as the first comment stated is ourselves destroying and terrorizing our own communities. We should revert this energy into restoring our neighborhoods and families.

[@thewatchman8290]

Mad respect to the dude with his babies talking about doing good

[@V_-4-_VENDETTA71]

Telling them to do good and showing them how to do good is two different things.

[@L.B.ChoChasers]

That's Snap Dogg the Rapper...

[@Javifrmdacreek]

Snapdogg

[@bloodmoon4012]

I’m from the poor side of Boston mass near the Train tracks which is always noisy but i resonate with Detroit that city has been through a lot and I been through a lot in life. I don’t care where you from, when you are born dirt poor it always makes you relate to others who came from the bottom of the bottom.

[@paulcharles7627]

Incorrect heading. Satan City for correction.

[@epicbluerat9999]

The people who stay and fight for a future in Detroit truly are the examples of human endurance. Been my inspiration for years.

[@christucker7434]

Much respect to OG tellin the kids to stay straight. We need more of that.

[@GQue5050]

That’s snap dog

[@shaunhaskell1390]

Yeah that's snapp dogg

[@aaronrowe34]

He putting the persona down and being real, only someone who been through some shit would ever be able to say all of that, that seriously…

[@thelw]

No. Kids will NOT listen to what he SAYS but will emulate what he DOES. If he wanted to help them, he’d stop glorifying the flashy lifestyle that’s getting so many of our people killed.

[@SiccDeville]

empty words. they say that only because the camera is rolling. once its off, it's different. they will have the kids doing their dirty work.

[@TennesseeWhiskii]

I grew up in Detroit. Leaving that city was the best decision I've ever made. No disrespect to home but the environment is not in a place you wanna raise kids or try to be something... It definitely made me rough around the edges and fearless as hell. I'll say that much and in no way do I claim to be a gangster.

[@mllange30]

Glad you made it out

[@TennesseeWhiskii]

@@mllange30 Thank you, I appreciate that 🌹

[@brhusewayne2217]

Similar story kinfolk!

[@TennesseeWhiskii]

@@brhusewayne2217 Glad you managed to get out and lived to tell about it brother 💪🏿✊🏿

[@mathemohale8315]

Glad you made it out alive

[@sethalexander91]

Honestly I have high respect for the man that told his kids and every kid to stay in school and to stay off the streets. Also the guy in the wheelchair that believes in God. Much love!!!

[@mgibby63mg]

Satan believes in God.

[@jasonshink6589]

Sure you do. Respect scu.bags that have ruined there own life and ther kids. Makes sense

[@ilikebread7052]

@@jasonshink6589 where

[@Burt472]

Agreed....Thanks from Italy

[@arneshiabaldwin8335]

@@ml6719 depends on people situations. Plus why watch the videos if you’re going to judge. Channel is literally called hoodvlogs. Keep scrolling

[@shizzle840]

Respect to the man at the beginning telling the youngins to chill and stay and school! Need more people like that in life!

[@cottoncandyog6106]

@shizzle8405, Yes amen my thoughts exactly 💯

[@cottoncandyog6106]

@shizzle8405, Yes amen my thoughts exactly 💯

[@bellaxoxo5271]

This one of the only dudes that actually gave positive good advice instead of glorifying the hood and streets!

[@rtanbarter8739]

Really? Couldn't even understand him why don't you tell him truth then moth f this and that in his daughters ear what a great teacher he needs to learn English language first then he can communicate

[@wolveman22]

Rtan Barter- Your English seems to be worse than his.

[@rtanbarter8739]

@@wolveman22 oh you must be one of them lol

[@wolveman22]

Rtan Barter- Deflection is a tactic used by the weak minded. You suggested he learn proper English while your English was quite poor. You need to start at home before you give other people advice.

[@wowno5763]

@@rtanbarter8739 ok Karen.

[@noodles169]

Detroit was once a city everyone wanted to be a part of. World renowned for incredible music, and a blue collar vibe, envied all over the world. It's tragic to see the decline of motor city

[@getrich1911]

It’s gettin back to the point where everybody wants to be apart of Detroit culture again just in case you’ve been sleep under a rock somewhere

[@nickmadruga4799]

Decline??? Nahhhh Detroit comin up!!!!

[@ShoneDaddy]

@@nickmadruga4799 how is Detroit on the come up? Lol

[@atlaskinzel6560]

@@ShoneDaddy Compared to 5 years ago, it's definitely better. It's also not the most dangerous city in the country. Chicago is worse.

[@107konly]

It wasnt a decline💯 it was a racial attack on our people and our financial security and independance.

[@branikincrain4592]

The part w dude pulling up on the block and homie asking him “if his grandma cooked yet” definitely reminds me of me and my hood and just how it’s family oriented around there, like you can feel the love and tell lil homie ain’t bullshitt*n…

[@ButterfingerBB]

Felt that, real shit ✊🏾❤🔥

[@longbeach5045]

The hood cooking vibes

[@dfreeman13]

Use that car to drive away.

[@datbang5072]

Yeah that sounded to me like the most dangerous situation in the world

[@datbang5072]

@@dfreeman13 so dangerous

[@DH40K]

This is the best one you've done so far. Real people just tryin to get out of the pit and uplift the young ones to get them better lives.

[@TheRealRCSparks]

3:08 - I have so much respect for this dude. There are good people out there with a good moral compass's - there are many of us, we just need to start shining brighter...

[@TNEKJA]

Weird to see you here medic..loading kings forever brother.

[@chghfd4946]

Also, love his car.

[@rishavgogoi1176]

"We represent the hood homie" for what? To gun down each other and serve jail time and teach your kids the same? Yeah right

[@chghfd4946]

@@cw9734 lol, yeah I know but hey, he got good taste on cars at least.

[@brandysigmon9066]

DJ Medic, nice to see you here. You are right, this guy is spot on

[@perfect2the2ndpower]

I'm from 7 mile in Detroit. Didn't expect HoodVlogs to pop up with a video of the city after following for so long. It's always interesting to get the perspective from the outside looking in.

[@TheFinancialFrank]

Same here bro, 7 Mile & Evergreen (Vaughan). HoodVlog set it off with this one

[@Sideshowjay]

No cap

[@gfwd8652]

7 and Evergreen off Curtis and Pickford not for life but forever👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽

[@low-endb.g9255]

I did

[@blacklyfe5543]

U mean 8 mile wtf is 7 mile

[@iamthurnis745]

man dude was preaching to the youth and i wish more people who lived in a bubble would listen to the wisdom of the homies like ol dude in the beginning.

[@blast4me754]

He lost me when he said he spent a 100k on fixing up his car and then later made it seem like he's having a hard time leaving the hood ...Hood folks be talking out the two sides of their mouth a lot when you really listen to them ..

[@MrHumbleWill]

@@blast4me754 it’s a program eventually the harder the person try they will break them chains

[@burdock44]

@@blast4me754 you know damn well he aint put 100k in that 😂😂 C'MON SON

[@johnathanDwhite]

@@blast4me754 he a famous rapper name snap dogg you will see him in Sosa and durk old videos he even played in celebrity ball games with snoop dogg

[@weareallbrainwashed5101]

Talk is cheap, you can’t preach if your action doesn’t match.

[@AVH8TOR]

Looking out for the young kids. Much respect guys.

[@LAK.8886]

No matter where you are ,one thing we all agree on is take care of our kids. Make a better life than what we have.

[@wordsofourtestimony6390]

We learn more by what we see than what were told. If people truly cared about the next generation,they would make the choice tonlive differently and show the next generation a better way. Much respect that people want kids to be better but we have to hold ourselves accountable as the older generation to show them a better way!

[@ChavonJWright]

And....grandma cooking? 🥰😂

[@nikkiv3825]

Honestly, not being judgmental or anything, but I don’t think people living In poverty should be having kids. It’s selfish to bring kids into poverty and suffering for selfish reasons.

[@jasonshink6589]

So concerned about it you have jewels on your neck designer glasses and 100k cars

[@amirardat1068]

They are all in control of their own lives. If they wanted too they would get out.

[@joshpointoh]

This was so well done. These guys told their story about as real as you can. It wasn't all guns or drugs, they were able to share their thoughts on life, where they went to school, where you get the best food...loved it

[@tinaamart8733]

Hi

[@tinaamart8733]

Hi Jk

[@johnnycarter2283]

I would rather be black in north Dakota than black in the hood

[@joshpointoh]

@@tinaamart8733 hi

[@tinaamart8733]

@@joshpointoh nice to hear from you and how are you?

[@thousandstand123]

*"If you ain't from here don't come around here"* That's damn near almost every hood slogan you hear in HoodVlogs videos 😂😂😆😆

[@CookinCrack]

wont keep da same vibe for da federalis tho lol

[@kellenshaw4020]

should be; if you from here, try to get the fuck out of here.

[@DAMIXCLAN]

lol i read this comment while dude said it 😂

[@re-upgangllc]

They"re pretty much saying don't come around here unless u got people living here that you're cool with!

[@demarianjohnson5564]

Then be the most polite city

[@donaldmarwitz2046]

This is what a block is all about. Most of America has no idea. You kept it real, more people need to see real life. Thanks

[@SmylezGames]

This ain’t no real life This is a misery to live

[@EZ2XLR8]

What exactly does that mean? They can talk about getting out of the lifestyle but what are they doing? Talk is cheap. Start by dropping the N word from your vocabulary and dressing like trash. Pick up the trash, cut the grass. Stop loitering in the street and go to work.

[@hassanesdaile3671]

I appreciate him saying “ not to live this life”. Not condoning it, go the right way in life ✊🏽🙏🏽!!

[@whoseverwinter]

@Gregory Sonnenberg environment influences. No matter how good ur life is

[@illdrumatik391]

Every gangster says that in every video “go to school” “this ain’t it” blah blah blah teach by example not by just talking. How you want kids in your neighborhood to change when you ain’t showing them a better way?

[@fah232]

@@illdrumatik391 Exactly, kids do what you do not what you say do...

[@hornydolphin1393]

@@illdrumatik391 Snap Dogg is a rapper. He’s been changing for the positive trying to give back to his hood. he ain’t just saying it to say it. ion kno this nigha tho so i’m not finna ride his nuts

[@mozmwhite2513]

Yeah, I agree, by not being a gang twat, and shooting some cunt.

[@asherburns2953]

Massive respect to the dude in the beginning! I hope he makes it out, best of luck to his kids.

[@ImOnAGoat91]

he spent 100k on his car. something tells me he doesn't want to get out

[@vibezlogistics7453]

Get out of what and go live where.. Detroit is on the rise..

[@robbyreal7014]

Hes a famous rapper his name is snapdogg

[@shelovesjuju1167]

Snapdogg been made it out look em up

[@liberalsarethebiggestcryba6654]

@@ImOnAGoat91 100,000 pesos

[@TheKKCody0824]

Buddy talking about the G code definitely has a head on his shoulders. Just one of those who just happen to be born into it.

[@royston5987]

“Stay in school”. Man said it a lot. Respect to this and nothing but. Love for the real ones in the struggle 💙 ✌️

[@theculture9406]

He gained my like when he started encouraging the children to do better and to have their own mind. Make a way out and stay focused I felt that. 💯

[@joebenson528]

Snap Dogg

[@TimTim-zf7ub]

Naaa he aint gain mine...its easy as fuck to say stay in school etc...but lets be real..kids gonna mimic what they see. They see him and others like him all iced up on the block etc...they gonna wanna do the EXACT same thing.

[@TimTim-zf7ub]

Detroit aint no different from any other hood. U see 1 u seen em all. Them niggas talkn about the house being rundown on the block...well start BUYING them and stop RENTING

[@givenchie462]

@@TimTim-zf7ub you think they can buy them houses ?

[@Darth-Claw-Killflex]

You should change you wanna be name to The Gullible.

[@amourelie.s9564]

Respect to the man in the beginning for keeping real when it comes to the hood life. It is not a lifestyle to be glorified.

[@roo4051]

Puts $100k into a car. “We tryna make it out the hood”

[@krystingrant6292]

Lol right come on get TF outta here

[@finley821]

Exactly what I was thinking.

[@DaExpoSing1]

Facts

[@reillymoore3257]

😂 😂

[@DJ-NOBLE]

Investment

[@kaydearborn7913]

Congrats to all of you guys!!! So refreshing to see the positivity!!!! ❤❤❤

[@thatdudejc]

I’m Hispanic and grew up across the street from the projects in the inner city part of Miami. It’s true what they say, if you’re from the hood they take care of eachother. I was one of the only Hispanic kids living in the area and they treated me like I was one of their own. Old G’s always told us to stay in school and looked out for us, same as the guy in the video. I got a scholarship to play ball and moved to a nicer and safer area so to speak but it wasn’t the same. The family vibe, looking after eachother how we did all those years taught me a lot and made me the man I am today. Much respect to these dudes

[@Unknowinglylmao]

You a true og

[@user-wm2tw]

Don’t these guys have jobs or some other goals in life other than providing guidance that no one asked for?

[@Skerboysweet]

You played Football? and what position and school?

[@thatdudejc]

@@Skerboysweet Basketball. Anderson University, SG.

[@omarmohamed927]

@@user-wm2tw they don’t lol

[@scalp_rinse_repeat]

I was born and raised in Detroit, pregnant at 19, and REFUSED to raise my child in the same environment and lack of opportunity. Before I knew it I was just another statistic - single mom with a minimum wage job, limited transportation, no college education. But I didn't let those barriers stop me - I just stepped over them. I wanted a better life. So, I had to trash the excuses and open the door to accountability. These seem like some really good people with amazing hearts! But living around all that nonsense and distraction will usually get in the way of a better way of life for us and our children. Now let's keep it real. One hundred thousand dollars on a car?? Jewels, grills, Cartier glasses, Louboutin shoes.....and still choosing not to move out and go where safety and education flourishes? No way in the world would I be doing justice to my child's future by depriving them of safety and a good education, yet blow hundreds of thousands on "that life" for clout. I could only tolerate hearing so many gunshots and witnessing senseless homicides take place before I knew it was time to go. Been out of the hood for almost 20 years and it's heartbreaking to see that not a damn thing has changed with the mindset. Living life with no plan is like driving a car without a destination. Eventually, the car is going to run out of gas and you'll find yourself stranded in the middle of nowhere...with your children in the back seat. To teach a better way is to show a better way. God bless you all and much love!

[@NEXC]

Good luck

[@overteee8975]

Snapp dogg been rich he probably stay in Rochester or grossepoint or some like that but yeah it is a culture Issue to be wearing luxury brands in the hood

[@vibezlogistics7453]

I learned that high price name brand clothing has no real value..1 example during my traves in poor countries ..the people could careless about a name on a pair of pants or shoes they wear it for what it's used for that's it ..it's not a status symbol..2 I knew a Russian Jewish guy that owned a clothing store and I would always stop in during the off season to buy my clothes an I asked him one time how could u sell me a coogi shirt for 30 dollars but the tag say 90 dollars he said the summer is over an I'm still making a profit by selling it to u for 30 dollars.. I said how is that possible he said buy in bulk he getst it for way less than 30 dollars a shirt.. he said now imagine how many people brought it for 90 dollars ..once u learn the game u Learn not to play .. also I've met rich whyt people down on billionaire row in Manhattan dressed in old navy clothes ...

[@jadalynnn2583]

You remind me of my mom who aslo got pregnant w me at 19 in 2002 and she moved for me. Im 19 and thank god she didn’t raise me here.

[@larrybee7713]

Amen.

[@MishaElRusito]

Damn, if I lived there and heard gun shots regularly, I'd be saving up to move out asap. These dudes are some war vets.

[@bbohno2588]

it's normal here... Detroit born💪🏾

[@beenrealubitch24]

no their idiots

[@tyhairston5397]

If they want to shoot all the time need to put them guys in the war

[@brandonice9137]

Your not a "veteran" just because your In a gang and go and shoot at other gangs and survive, it makes you apart of the problem. It's disrespectful as fuck calling these idiots "veterans" when they put themselves in those situations compared to the men and women trying to defend our country... meanwhile these guys kill each other because they're from a different street or wear a different color, that shits wack as fuck and ain't nothing gangster about that, just a bunch of immature adults running around with guns thinking there badass

[@premesteeze]

Bruh welcome to the hood this not nothing new just new to you I guess.

[@alymae1318]

These hoods don’t fail America, America fails these hoods. They deserve opportunities in these neighborhoods like the “nice” neighborhoods.

[@kel3678]

How do we do that exactly?

[@JA17SBLVIIIMVP]

You're so ignorant.

[@SmaYius-ou2wx]

No they fail America they have chances

[@acebdefg5582]

Oh YEAH, these wannabe gangsters didnt wanted to spent their money on useless jewelry and sneakers, America made them do it. They also didnt wanted to have 3-4-5-6 kids without having a job, America stood behind them and pushed them back and forth. You people lack of common sense is criminal. Taking no responsibility is what leads to these shit holes, stop blaming everybody else for their stupid choices.

[@kimmyymmik]

You are so wrong and ignorant. These people fail themselves. They don’t want to better themselves. Look at what they’re saying!!! They are proud of that shit hole! If they don’t change their mentality it’s not America’s fault. It’s not the country’s burden to carry. SMH.

[@dollfaceddiaries]

Dude with the kids has a beautiful soul . I hope he makes it out for the sake of his children . I wish that for all of them .

[@markodragojevic4517]

Ja Sam iz Evrope voleo box da mi ti kazes neke stvari o zivotu na Americkim ulicama

[@goodsbys0120]

I wish him the best and his family. His heart is pointing him in the right direction. Stay strong young brotha. I hope you and those babies see it through.

[@talkdattrashimmapullyacard4396]

😘

[@samc2078]

He been made it out that’s snapp dogg

[@jaybiggs7021]

Well, lets just hope he doesnt make it out to another democrat destroyed shit hole.

[@madj4743]

I appreciate this channel so much due to its ability to eventually be an archive of oral history for folks like us from different black/overlooked cities. It’s also a form of storytelling, raw and uncut. This is truly an art form. Protect this channel at all cost. Make sure you back up all your videos!

[@chermebrownsauce]

thats the whole point for me! many people come here criticize because they lack of understanding of things that u talking about. besides, HoodVlogs is there like a cientist in the middle of the wild, just observing, recording, showing us the reality of it, without judgement.

[@MS-tc2fs]

Most of these guys have undiagnosed lead poisoning from lead paint / lead contamination in their water supply. It’s clear based on the way they’re talking that they should be medically evaluated ASAP

[@angelorokos2574]

Damn Right.

[@jennifertierney9076]

Agreed!

[@justinnamuco9096]

Man I hope they finally eliminate crime in these areas, whether the people be white black Hispanic or whatever

[@JustinTurnerman]

Good to see men from hardcore areas treating there kids right and showing them the right path. Respect!

[@dwaynethomas4131]

Cool but that's not uncommon bro

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

their*

[@amandahudson431]

Love that he is checking make sure he is going to school. Sometimes that's all at takes is for one person to care and push them a little

[@chrisv.noire.6388]

Dude in the wheel chair just speaking his hard truth. Bless

[@tgmidaz223]

Hell yeah I luv his part shit fr he speaking facts I got my older sis n the D im from the mitten

[@Finemichelle87]

Yea he definitely was facts

[@734THOOKS]

I’m from Detroit. Both my parents are too. We don’t glorify the killing in our city. Make it and get out. Spread love. I moved away never looked back.

[@getithowyoulive2.]

Facts. That's what it's really all about

[@damarimoland1613]

I hope you never forget where you came from…peace and love

[@wildinjun7686]

How do millions of people move??

[@Quehova]

Do you give back?

[@dassolosyndikat5113]

i love guns and violence

[@nin9hun33]

I can dig the positive message that he’s directing to the youth. We don’t have enough hood guys willing to go the extra mile and be involved. It’s one thing to talk it but, it’s another to actually do and stand on it. Salute to these brothers

[@catsincredulous9998]

Yeah, do I say not what I do. Powerful and effective lol

[@thatgirlnamedcarol8268]

I’m so impressed that you all are sharing all this. I’m from the west side since I was born….we couldn’t move because we didn’t have any money. I lived at 6 and greenfield. It wasn’t unusual for my mom to be about to leave to go to focus hope and her car was up on cinder blocks and all her tires gone. It took me a long time to learn how to sleep without hearing gunshots and yelling in the street. I watched my dad get shot in the back so he could be robbed. He only had $1.47 on him to get milk from the corner store. The shit is real, no joke. But growing up, I didn’t know any different. I felt that this was just how it was and this is how it will always be.

[@svicto17]

Probably one of the most humble, real people ive seen on these vids! Much respect!

[@eblock9591]

The first OG is preaching some positive shit, thats the type of people that can make a change in them kids and eventually keep them alive 💯💯💯

[@skbenc9009]

Thats snap dogg he go hard asf

[@nicholasdobbins3611]

Look snap dogg up on here

[@jon-xq2lc]

He’s talking. Has babies. He’s smart man but stuck in his hood, 100 G put in his car, should bought a house and rented it out section 8 coulda bought few. Move out get them little girls out da hood, there brains like sponge already know and seen to much,

[@BackBeater]

The streets look like suburbs

[@eblock9591]

@@jon-xq2lc Absolutely 100%

[@perfect2the2ndpower]

If you pay attention there's really nothing that scary about Detroit in comparison to some other places. Everybody is just trying to keep afloat in an environment thats sinking around them. Common sense keeps you safe here.

[@TheFinancialFrank]

Most people from The D are cool, laid-back individuals trying to make it. When it's time to handle business, it's time to handle business but as long as you're relaxed, you're good.

[@willpower3317]

Lol the murder rate says otherwise.

[@blessredy]

you definitely know nothing about Detroit then. Nothing!

[@jorgeramirez8984]

More “scary “ than any other city or state

[@pineapplesauce6615]

you know the city is dangerous when the crew can only show you the block, not the WHOLE town.

[@jasperfriedman7978]

I see you with those great B roll cuts and transitions. The editing on this one is top-notch. All of them are great, but this was particularly meticulous and professional, IMO. You show the beauty and brother/sisterhood in many areas I wouldn't go to or would just drive through. You could call it a neighborhood, but the people you interview are a community, and you bring out the best in them by letting them tell their stories, honor the history and show you where the best-chopped cheese and crab legs are.

[@roelrodriguez5024]

Dang one of the few dudes that shows love for their kids. Respect.

[@jaleelmuhammad9659]

Every Detroit person I’ve ever met were extremely down to earth

[@jaybiggs7021]

Yea for prison. Is that where you changed your name to lol???

[@gmoney9068]

Or buried beneath it.

[@mathemohale8315]

Lol

[@prospect4954]

Been watching this channel for some time now Detroit earned my respect more watching this and see how they really move in the city much love from NYC to D-Town💯

[@Shogunslossy]

10:13 this man is spitting nothing but facts, respect to the positivity you still carry with you bro🫡

[@unusualreality4099]

Mad respect to all these men ! They’re just like everyone else , trying to survive , take care of they’re own , taking care of they’re young children trying to keep the brothers and sisters safe !! Complete respect

[@johannsebastianbach9003]

Not unless your in the east side

[@user-wm2tw]

Why don’t they stay in school, not commit crime and get a job like everyone else?

[@therealsteel1634]

@@user-wm2tw ok mr privilege

[@user-wm2tw]

@@therealsteel1634 no sir. I worked at a McDonald’s while in HS and at a gas station afterwards. After 2 yrs at gas station all I saw was pot head coworkers who were busy stealing from the owner. I met some college kids and they told me a lot different classes I could take at local junior college. I enrolled and slowly over next 3 yrs while working at gas station I earned my AA. Then I went to 4 yr school and spent 4 yrs there while working full time and got a bachelors. Wasn’t easy and I was mostly broke. But afterwards I got a decent job and have done well in life. I never received any money or help from anyone and paid my room rent for all those years. Everyone has a choice and everyone has excuses. All depends on which direction you want to go to. I believe in the lord and followed smart kids and stayed away from bad apples. It’s not that difficult. You just have to know right from wrong.

[@david-lm7iu]

@@therealsteel1634 I grew up in gary Indiana and I had to work, and most my boys didnt wanna work and act tuff.

[@caltech25]

While I hate the glorification of the hood life, I have so much respect for guys like Snap Dogg. Young people only see the flash (money, jewelry, cars etc.), but not the heartache that comes with it. Thank you for being honest about what it's really like to be in the hood, and trying to be an example for the young men and woman in the community.

[@theflywavez]

Big talk! ✊🏽

[@dingusfuzzklonnkt2755]

First thing dude wants to do is talk about dropping a 100 grand in a dog 💩 car that screams hood. He ain't trying too hard.

[@jessemckamey2944]

I didn't catch any glorification in this. I caught that these folks are telling it like it is, straight talk. BTW, Grand Nationals are not hood cars, that is a racist statement. GNs are sought after by many hot rod people of all races and are worth a lot of money stock.

[@noel8930]

@@jessemckamey2944 If you have that kind of money to pay on a car you can get your family out of the hood

[@jessemckamey2944]

@@noel8930 what makes you think him putting money into that car is not going to eventually be his way out? If you are into cars you know it takes buying parts and fixing them up over time. I am sure he didn't drop 100k all at once.

[@misternell09]

This video was a lot more interesting than I thought it would be. A lot more positivity than the title suggested.

[@michaeltaylor6391]

Bcs we hustlers fr

[@fungusz_4292]

@@michaeltaylor6391 wyd

[@bellenvideo5629]

Takes a lot of character to be so positive in a negative environment. Stay bright brothers 🙏

[@chaystonbrown]

True. I wish these people the best.

[@HJules-cw6fb]

I cannot lie.... I love this dude in the beginning. Loving his children and family. That shit really touches my heart.Also sad that those he said, even have to be said. It should be a given but we all know it is not.

[@tbfit7808]

You love him talking about bussin heads?

[@quandelf7504]

@@tbfit7808 shit comes with time and being in that environment

[@tbfit7808]

@@quandelf7504 he clearly has money. Why not leave the environment. Why keep your kids there?! Selfish, he loves the clout he has too much

[@shyne4187]

Pretty sure thats snappdog

[@johnnysanchez4996]

He should lead by example. It’s easy to tell someone what to do. A real man actually does it.

[@BroMorris0341]

If everyone I just saw in this video decided to pool their resources, they could legit buy the hoods they lived in and make it better than "the burbs". All those buildings & "bando's" are just new hustles waiting to be exploited. Imagine you get your kids & the other kids in your hood to focus on school and the young men & women in HS to focus on law & real-estate. Within half a generation that money generated in the hood could buy up the block legally and Brothers & Sisters could have their own "burbs" how they want it and generate wealth to make your own corner stores and fund street lights. It can be done. Peace, blessings & continued success to that whole area.

[@barrekelly]

🎯Peace king and appreciate those words of inspiration. Hope my people in Houston can come together because the white folks are attempting to take our historic black neighborhoods (4th Ward, 3rd Ward, 5th ward etc.)🤦🏽‍♂️🖤💯

[@darkliter7]

@@barrekelly Same in Los Angeles... Crenshaw district and over in the 20's where Marvin Gaye's house is they buying up and joggin around like it aint still gangland lol

[@barrekelly]

@@darkliter7 lol shit crazy they be down here walking they dogs in areas that I can’t believe🤦🏽‍♂️

[@donleonshi]

This comment needs a pin.📍 Keep buying assets not liabilities.

[@Jamalquentinjr]

Yeah that's correct. Now leave your fairytale and look at every family around us and how each person is a separate entity when it comes to $. I tried to make ppl around me understand but they didn't wanna listen so I got it on my own. It's always "your kid your problem" "my check my fun" could b 3 brothers in one house making $500 each and not one will say "that's $1500 let's make some happen with left over money each week. Like I said u right but it's not about the available resources but the mentality and that runs deep. If u haven't watched the series start up there's a bit of that on it. MY MONEY MY PROBLEMS, MY BILLS MY DRUGS, MY BITCHES. Thats why when u see mfs get together big things happen until a selfish goofy fucks it up which brings me back to the first point. It's selfishness and stupidity passed on thru generations disguised as "independence".

[@deermeatfordinner]

If these fellas keep pushing that positive attitude with a message of listening to your parents and trying to do what’s right…. Before you know it, that won’t be a “hood” it’ll be a shining light and a great example how the people can make a difference and change thing for the better!!! I’m super happy to hear what they have to say and by their body language, you can tell they mean it!!! Loved this video!

[@dillonhastings8438]

You tell em rob. Love your content

[@jaybiggs7021]

Go back to your safe space in your liberal parents' basement.

[@alexking2476]

That will never happen. Lol. Life isn't a fairytale fella. You see how the government just abandons the people and the homes up there? They don't even have street lights. Lol. This is real life bro with lots of ignorant ass people who want to kill other and give no shits.

[@Manbunmen65]

You and I know that's good enough for here, but still a long way to the eternal destination.

[@thatguy3263]

But when people enter this shit theres no coming back fr

[@Cali_79]

Sad to see my kin folk repeating the same cycle that I was apart of bacc in the 90s out here in Cali instead of breaking it and wanting better in life. I left Long Beach years ago and never looked bacc moved to the burbs and did better for myself and my fams. Hope y’all make it out. 🙏🏽

[@jarvasedundy1]

Right, don't nobody wants to continue to live in a neighborhood where you work hard for your things by working. And you have to worry about getting robbed or someone breaking in your house. Or have to worry about crime and gangbamg activity. I'm glad you made it out 🎉🎉

[@chaserobinson6873]

This one of the most realest Guys I've seen in the hood...Everyone have Since and seem to understand Life!!!

[@IndigenousAmericanTrucker]

Honestly that neighborhood looks pretty clean aside from the few abandoned houses etc!

[@toniexum1126]

Exactly my thoughts, lawns are cut, no trash and children on the street, hope they are safe.

[@kurthawkins92]

There's more bandos than Occupied residence.. it's like you may see one block of houses lived in, then the next 6 blocks be damn near vacant... So I wouldn't judge the neighborhood on what you see in this video... He obviously stayed extremely close to where he was at and didn't venture out.. smart move on his part

[@amiracle1269]

Looks can be very deceiving

[@bigbillybadass]

@@amiracle1269 THERES NOTHING WRONG WITH IT CLOWN!!

[@amiracle1269]

@@bigbillybadass bro, read from the top...u n ya feelins for nothin, im not a clown my guy, go re read the entire thing...n u will c...other than that have a good day. Name callin is wack bro. U have to be young, or from Detroit...but i got mad love, im from Cleveland. Peace to you.

[@daveeraps]

I was sitting at the bus stop the other day in my neighborhood and someone goes “you from here? Things get real around here” ….. whole time he didn’t even know that I grew up in the same area 🙄 things get “real” in every hood. What bothers me is how people try to brag about the streets and gangster life like that’s something to be proud of. I’ll never understand it

[@tdevianc679]

Same here cause I’m really quiet and I don’t talk about what happens in the hood I see it but I keep pushing!

[@realdeal8303]

Braaaa I'm from Chicago I just had the same thing happened to me ....some yungns came up to me asking why was I in the neighborhood I grew up in the neighborhood and now .....😑

[@lafredahendricks1232]

Absolutely

[@litneyloxan]

This showed a side of gun violence in the streets you don’t normally see, some dudes get left in wheelchairs, or paralyzed and some homies stop comin around, it aint everything you thought it was when you end up with brain damage and people don’t fwu the same. I’ve seen it in physical therapy and it’s sad asf man

[@trw4war322]

Facts!!! That's the frightening part!

[@giovannirose1392]

100 Queen ❤

[@rene9892]

11:24 gun shots and his tone of voice doesn't even change. Man, I can't imagine growing up like that. This channel is the best for showing us what it's like out there and what people go through.

[@alfredjackson7058]

In Detroit that’s just how it is

[@humachine5226]

Yeah, and these chumps are the ones responsible for all this nonsense. 110% truth, no pretending!

[@jannananaa]

You just get used to it. Lots of sirens, yelling in the distance, shots fired n cars skrrrtin lmaoo. But frfr there's also a whole lotta luv here too.

[@carsonsantos1154]

Rio de Janeiro. Everyday. Normal

[@yuurbi9136]

@@carsonsantos1154 not even everyday every hour. Rio definitely is a no go for foreigners

[@cmpcmg]

“Don’t come around here if ur not from here” Also- “here’s a list of all the food places to go to when ur down here”

[@sheritasherita598]

😂😂😂

[@MrParis215]

BRUH🤦🏽🤣🤣😅😅😅😅

[@nateb3679]

If they don’t say detroit one coney 💀

[@taykova3511]

Thats at night because aint no street lights

[@iloveoldschool888]

😁

[@georgiabrave5582]

Kids stay in school; everyone won’t make it. Read books, be an owner, not a flunky.

[@TheFinancialFrank]

That's the motto, entrepreneurship in The D. Put yourself on & reach back for loved ones/community

[@georgiabrave5582]

@@TheFinancialFrank One day at a time good Sir

[@beenrealubitch24]

@@TheFinancialFrank fuck reaching back . make it out and don't look back to a piece of shit town like that.

[@blacklyfe5543]

Facts or make music

[@georgiabrave5582]

@@blacklyfe5543 own the studio

[@foxmulder7616]

Paralyzed dude spitting that real KNOWLEDGE! Salute!!

[@penwrites6006]

My beloved Detroit. I swear I want us to get better as a people...for ourselves, our families and communities

[@williammorse8330]

work on your political leadership..... dig deeper

[@penwrites6006]

@@williammorse8330 yes that's definitely part of it

[@scalp_rinse_repeat]

@@williammorse8330 Political leadership is but a small factor in all of this. Education plays a pivotal role in the path that is paved. Hell, Henry Ford Community college is offering FREE tuition to Detroit high school graduates. I wish as kids we learned how to buy stock in these brands we advertise through fashion all day long in the streets. Because then we'd quickly flip the game and start making money off these companies instead of the companies making money off of us. Regaining such power and control is so victorious, believe me. If more of us that are labeled as a statistic, get off the streets and on Wall Street, in time.....the history books will never be the same.

[@queenbbeaute2654]

Facts

[@user-wm2tw]

It used to be a great and beautiful city. It’s a shame now.

[@kurthawkins92]

I'm from philly/ny and when I moved to The D I had nothing but respect for them dudes... They embraced me like a missed relative... It's all about how you rotate .. if you act tough then they def gonna sit you down asap... WHAT UP DOE

[@Pablo-xk7dn]

Im watching this in hamburg 😂

[@user-ox1el6rq4b]

Yessir, Philly all day every day no cap 😩🧢

[@vergespierre4271]

Whaddup doe

[@kurthawkins92]

@@vergespierre4271 aye yooooo why they put chili on everything 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@kurthawkins92]

@@user-ox1el6rq4b salute to you

[@dukecityspecialist]

What’s crazy about this video is that you can tell by the architecture of the houses is that Detroit used to have money and a great economy. The collapse of the steel industry wrecked a lot of these midwestern cities

[@learner5090]

Word, the houses are huge and gorgeous.. Sadly, now it looks like run down.. SMDH

[@robertquagliano1297]

Govt kept taxing the businesses and killed the incentive to stay thus causing everyone to outsource. GOVT ruins everything it touches.

[@bryanguzman8259]

You learn something new everyday, thank you

[@bambam6231973]

Detroit has some great people...I'm from Chicago just visited Detroit...beautiful city.

[@erocmoney8565]

The brother with his kids we need more brother like him real talk 💯

[@richardgriffin8086]

Stand up dude 4 real. Growing up in hood and staying positive takes a strong dude 4 real

[@frankywilliam8073]

Most def

[@jeremylocklear9118]

Dude speaking FACTS..... it's coo to see him talkin to the young bucks bout stayin in school. Good shit my guy, much respect. 💯

[@johnnysanchez4996]

He should lead by example. It’s easy to tell someone what to do. A real man actually does it.

[@the_spicegod]

@@johnnysanchez4996 damn i bet if he was a kid with the knowledge he has rn he would🤡 fuckin stupid how yall act like people don't grow😂

[@Earl_TheSquirrel]

@@johnnysanchez4996 Thank you. They just say that shit to sound good, yet still portraying thug shit 😭

[@catsincredulous9998]

My nigga! 🍺

[@moniquehatch6661]

He a rapper I’m guessing look familiar

[@Rell86]

I respect this vlog for the fact they stick together. This how it's suppose to be. Hoods suppose to stick together, not beefin. Respect

[@kolthaqi7963]

Man Detroit got the smoothest vocab out of any city

[@7mileTen]

Lmaoooo dawg folks be Thinkin I got a accent I hate ts

[@nukesosa2885]

A I'm from Detroit I was n new York they say my accent smoove

[@AyyyQ]

Detroit niggas remind me of Oakland niggas

[@v6ix89]

You gotta travel to Oakland CA you will hear shyt every other sentence

[@getrich1911]

@@7mileTen I love it & da OT women do too!!!

[@yeet--]

this is a certified hood classic.

[@rodneycooke6538]

Fact and I’m from The Bronx, NYC 💯

[@1blueorange]

Stfu and watch the video

[@alishamoss6801]

What’s Kool About This Shit?

[@LosPalms]

@@alishamoss6801 not cool, but interesting

[@joshjnp8900]

Fax and i’m from Gary, Indiana 💯

[@deelew25]

I don’t like the term the hood. It would be dope if we put energy into making our communities better instead of trying to leave. I know it’s easier said than done, but I’m a dreamer.

[@crownarealone]

Some places are so bad that you have to get out first, plan and help from distance. EX: If a businessman who once lived in a hood leaves and invests in real estate with the intention of creating affordable homes for the people who are still there what difference does it make if he lives there or not.

[@bobbysmitty1628]

There are people who do that. However, media would rather highlight the problem instead of giving more attention to those really focused on finding solutions. There are groups who are on the ground level in the neighborhoods trying to make a difference. You have to search them out though. They won't be on the nightly news.

[@deelew25]

@@crownarealone I agree. I guess, I was really talking about making the quality of life better. The Black Panthers tried in the 60’s & 70’s and the government put a stop to it. Maybe, now is the time to try something like that again? I just feel like the hood is more a mentality than a place. I could be wrong tho🤷🏽‍♂️

[@deelew25]

@@bobbysmitty1628 👍🏾

[@amedeejean-baptiste7121]

Hood is short for neighborhood! U know how we do it lol

[@jacksonkrowjenkins]

Detroit rap is the best,it's just harder and more in your face

[@joegomez1378]

This dude gets it! He knows the only way to success is not by the gun, but by respect and education.

[@crownarealone]

You can't help where you come from and you should NEVER let someone look down on you because of it. BUT the fact that most settle to just deal with it instead of striving to get out and become something greater is the sad part.

[@natethegreat7751]

Family is why you stay

[@bbrewlee9290]

Get a felony see how hard it is the system

[@Jarzula]

It’s hard bro. I’m not from the hood but I am from a reservation and places like that have a way of keeping you in, don’t matter how hard you try to get out.

[@TruthIsTheNewHate84]

They don't just "deal" with it. They contribute to it.

[@bl420rs]

If u ain’t from the hood u won’t realize everyone in the hood dnt run the streets we just living with our ppl I live in the ghetto but a lot us out here workin makin big money but still with our ppls cuz we use to the shit

[@adriansullivan4433]

Man this is the real reason the hood seems cool, everyone watching each others back and a sense of community that most of us can only dream of, not all the gangbanging, it's the family community ties that brings together everybody who's struggling

[@HenrySantos-xg8bl]

Great vlog my ngga period 😂

[@charlesstevensEnki]

I came from the south side of Chicago. I survived to get out. I saw it change through out my lifetime. I feel sorry for the good people who didn't live to make it out and for the good people who are still trapped there.

[@the.shotgun.approach]

I wish we would have taken all the $ wasted in Afghanistan and Iraq and invested it in the worst communities in America. Imagine what kind of world we could have. Of course change wouldn't come overnight but still.

[@j.baldwin3012]

Yeah, Chicago is a different animal. I mean we got gangs in Detroit, but Chicago got gangs gangs.

[@ILoveFMilfs]

@@j.baldwin3012 go to Mexico

[@j.baldwin3012]

@@ILoveFMilfs I'm talking about America. The Cartels are bad in Mexico, but gangs are different.

[@karlsmith2451]

@@j.baldwin3012 cartels should be the ones putting money in the hood. Who's making them rich? Drug dealers can do the same if they stop competing with one another. You don't see those rich wall street bankers doing that shit, do you? They need to learn wisdom & common sense.

[@dconstclips9977]

That's a strong man been shot in the back and paralyzed that happened to my brother this guy right here is a picture of strength and an inspiration to a lot of people I'm sure he's still doing his thing and he still keeps his code. When I'm done with the story that I'm working on I'm going to get in contact with this gentleman and see if he will let me interview him more to come.....

[@paultyler1220]

This Giovanni Rose Fam. Tap In ASAP Rocky we can do a interview fasho. I got a major story That can open Eyes and change lives

[@shawnsiefman2388]

What kind of project is it? I'm from The D and I'm working on one myself, maybe we could connect 💯

[@giovannirose2284]

I'm ready to work with you king 👑

[@giovannirose2284]

@La Suavé thank you fam ! This shit from the soul it ain't scripted but God get all the credit for education threw experience

[@giovannirose2284]

@@shawnsiefman2388 let's work

[@gurreg1524]

As a white dude from Sweden seeing this is sad af. Such nice people grown up in a poor area with alot of crime and gangs. Just think about how different of a life these people could have if they grew up elsewhere, Bless yall.

[@jamestateIII]

As a former Detroit resident....I agree this is embarrassing. People create the environment....I said that basically in my comment. If you change the mindset you CAN change the whole "hood". They have excuses as to why Detroit is like that.

[@T..1147]

@@jamestateIII Come on you know just because you're in the hood doesn't mean you're doing bad y'all kill me move and talk bad about the city

[@jamestateIII]

@@T..1147 Detroit gone be my city until i die. What I'm saying is when a environment is not ideal as Detroit was when I was gone (murder capital and all that) the reason is because the people mindset has changed and behavior has become less than inviting of unfamiliar people. Change of mindset ....a change of environment will come.

[@jefferywallace7033]

@@jamestateIII your right bro but guess what they didn’t create there parents parents created they live by what they were taught cause these guys wanna change that but there parents lived by a code and they taught these grown men in there to leave by the same do at all costs to provide for your family

[@jamestateIII]

@@jefferywallace7033 not everybody lives by what they were taught. Thats why you have athiest and believers from same immediate family. Its called do i want this life or dont i......its that simple. There was a guy on judge mathis who ran from compton to a different state to live live other family as a teen because he wanted something different.

[@robertvaleri1844]

These are good people that made their way in the world the way they had to. Nothing but respect and love for all those in the struggle.

[@MrManny075]

They don't have to live in fear each time they step out, What struggle are you on about?

[@robertvaleri1844]

@@MrManny075 I’m not saying they are in the struggle I’m speaking more about misconceptions about good people. I’ve been there as have many of my family and friends.

[@folarinodewale908]

8:56 I really enjoyed how he managed to give his back story without getting into details (without snitching) I felt the pain in his tone...his friends really let him down

[@adriennewong4020]

This is too sad. Look at all these young guys so strong and healthy. Having to live in these neighborhoods. The guy in the wheelchair look at how strong he is works out a lot. So sad the large school totally closed. You guys stay safe & stay together🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@woxfan82]

Take them into your house and neighborhood! Watch that property value decline

[@Jordan-ln2ef]

Oxycodone makes you talk really fast, don't fool yourself.

[@amaturearcadia]

They're the guys that are making the "hood" what it is. It's a piece of land, the people are the cause of the bad culture

[@Moyay]

I’m sure if he’s handicapped he’s on some sort of strong pain medication. It’s not what you do, it’s how you do it. 💯 Don’t do my area code.

[@mayerfremasonbauer6395]

Thank you hoodvlogs for allowing me to travel through the hood from the safety of my suburbs

[@fullybluntt]

When bro was talkin with his daughters he was saying some positive shit and they were genuinely listening to him💯💯 thats real gangsta

[@thecommentarybk7687]

The big homies should take the youngins to home depot by materials and fix up the hood as a team building project

[@nomore1371]

Foo do you think they got money for that? Over here using the vocabulary and have no idea what the struggle is. Talkin bout "the big homies", Foo go try some shit like that in the hood, go ahead. Lmk what happens 😆

[@miko8832]

@@nomore1371 When we want Jordans, rims, car's and jewelry we have the money for that so knock it off. It's free to clean up your street. I agree with @The Commentary BK. You should change your mindset my brother!

[@youknowyouarelyin3783]

@@nomore1371 - It’s people like you that make it harder for things to get better. Move your negative ass on with your suburban life livin ass.

[@Jason-un9ps]

@@nomore1371 Foh goofy

[@jamesphillips6175]

@@nomore1371 He said he put 100K into the grand national. That goes a long way at home depot lol

[@BrandonDotDavis225]

If you plant good seeds in bad environments those seeds will never grow into a healthy tree. It will only bare the fruits of those nutrients you fed it. (You'll catch it later)

[@urmomsfave8477]

Sounds like some victim mentality bs to me.. Real mfkas trying to get out the hood, fools wanna get in

[@Game6Sports]

True 👍🏿

[@KJay610]

That's not always true! But I do understand what you are saying!

[@markdunaway7489]

Enjoyed hearing the fella at the beginning telling kids to get out of the hood and stay in school. We've all got to make the best of whatever situation we are in and do whats right. Love,joy,peace,patience, gentleness, kindness and self control wiil go a long way no matter where you are. I pray for the safety of these men.

[@tinaamart8733]

Hi Mark

[@markdunaway7489]

@@tinaamart8733 Hello Tina!

[@tinaamart8733]

Nice to hear from you and how are you doing?

[@tinaamart8733]

@@markdunaway7489 nice to hear from you and how are you doing mark?

[@markdunaway7489]

@@tinaamart8733 I am doing great how are you! You can message me on Facebook if you'd rather. Or not!

[@xx7secondsxx]

I love Detroit! Was always there when I toured with my band! 8 mile was the spot! Tour manager was part owner of a pizza joint there! Miss that place and still have and wear a Detroit bracelet I have!🤘🎸🤘🎸🤘🍻🍻✊😎

[@melaniemcarthur3231]

The man speaking around 3:45 is absolutely preaching. Man to Man nothing but respect.

[@futuristicbrooklyn1207]

I hope Detroit gets rebounded like NYC and DC did. Those homes are soo big. I see so much potential

[@Pynkfoxx_]

Its the mayor fa Detroit slum mayor 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@313GearzGunzGaming]

Facts.

[@slam1689]

Gretch 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@low-endb.g9255]

Not deep up north

[@uncleleroyshoodoocorner8113]

Detroit is rebounding like a mf

[@ronniekinardjr8404]

They're making the best of a unfortunate situation. Respect...

[@catsincredulous9998]

Yeah, for sure. Droppin 100k into that car, very unfortunate lol

[@shannonfowler2918]

My husband is from NW Detroit Brightmoor born and raised. Much love to the D and stay safe

[@carlosvaladez8541]

Respect to dude trynna educate the kids to do better 💯

[@johnnysanchez4996]

He should lead by example. It’s easy to tell someone what to do. A real man actually does it.

[@davefoster2962]

Wheelchair boy got the point, "It's cheap to live here because it's so dangerous." That's how real estate determines its value. As long as they stay put there, we're good

[@QSmittyMedia]

Detroit is an underrated city when it comes to fashion.

[@danthe2Afan]

What?

[@QSmittyMedia]

@@danthe2Afan Cartiers, fur coats, Murray shoes and Cole Haan

[@thousandstand123]

Cars & soul food

[@MrsBraxtonChrist]

Love this comment, they always been swagged out, Hair WARS started there

[@Mar_Escobar35]

@@QSmittyMedia that’s why biggie said shout to my Detroit players

[@xp0sh]

When he said “you not hot?!” to son I felt embarrassed for him because he really just wanted to show his drip on YT 😂