“There Was This Guy...”-Louis

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Louis, an alcoholic on Skid Row who shares a story about when as a child he met a man who...
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[@kellymerrill5294]

"A child not embraced by the village, burns it down to feel it's warmth."

[@josephdingman318]

That is a powerful quote, where is its origins?

[@truthbetold1074]

@@josephdingman318 African Proverb - 'A child that is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth'

[@Anita-zf9re]

@@truthbetold1074 Amen

[@marylougeorge9890]

Truth.

[@o0R3stless0o]

I felt that shit!

[@EmEm872]

No child, no person deserves to be raped. It took a lot of guts to tell his story. I would give you a caring, strong hug if you let me, Louis.

[@addiecherry5523]

You get what you give , im glad they did that to that man. He did that to a child he deserved it.

[@rubymorris44]

Brookview Dr. Barrie ontario

[@addiecherry5523]

@T MZ how do you know

[@ChevieBabySalvatore]

TMZ those are huge assumptions too throw around unless u have facts even if u did have, this is not the platform to come judging others. This man seems more genuine and transparent than most ppl I’ve met in my 37 years of breathing. Stop judging start loving the world has more hate than anything we need to do better period

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@ChevieBabySalvatore Amen! Well said.👍

[@candi4202]

These stories are the very reason I go out of my way to be really nice to people. You never know what they have been thru

[@CarlaHanson68]

So true, I feel the same way.

[@erikalittle3676]

Yes Candi. This channel (through these interviews) has helped me to be intentionally giving and caring to people. Mark, you are changing the world through your channel❣

[@marylougeorge9890]

Yes.

[@illkid86]

I try to be nice to everybody one word can make someone day or can make someone snap

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@illkid86 Amen.👍

[@missb469]

It takes A LOT of courage to tell hurtful stories. Louis has my respect.

[@bobbyfischer6149]

Can he have something else?m

[@naturoidz2714]

The thing thats keeping this man from becoming a violent person is his high level of empathy.

[@ItsMissChas5]

You might be right about that...

[@crescentflystar3327]

Thankfully😂

[@Sheiskamilah]

You haven't seen his other videos I take it

[@atomnous]

And his innate positive outlook. He doesn't dwell in the negativity for too long. Or.. Idk. Maybe that's some kind of coping mechanism because this shit is too hard to hear, let alone experience firsthand.

[@bub3091]

naw Lou is violent, very tbh, but he tries so hard to break through it and also he can acknowledge that he's wrong for it and that he should do better is a man.

[@globaloffensive-nh3cl]

Who the hell has the balls to say things like this. Quality interviews and monologue. Thank you.

[@arafluko3487]

Someone who has no other choice. If you don't let these things out they will eventually kill you.

[@IIllytch321nonadinfinitum]

I understand why he drinks. I understand why I drink. May we find our way. Peace.

[@ZTrinityLilac]

That was very powerful and courageous of you to post this message. May the peace of The Creator of the sun, moon, and stars grant you peace. May your spirit be reminded that this world is temporary. May love/God which is eternal be the guiding light.

[@IIllytch321nonadinfinitum]

@@ZTrinityLilac Even as an agnostic, I really appreciate that right about now. You seem chill. Peace.

[@brasstacksboxing409]

Hope u feel better. U dont have 2 drink. It doesnt erase the pain for good. Well wishes...

[@nhccuz7230]

Hope you find peace bro

[@socallie9652]

I’ve got to say, it is refreshing to hear a child was defended for once.

[@sprthhfk]

He was defended and traumatized by his uncles. They really made a bad move by having him present for the torture.

[@jodiegordon5559]

I dunno?

[@K9Mike]

Defended? Did you listen to his story? Those men defended their own pride and anger. What they did to the rapist scarred this poor man more than the rapist did. Had they simply not brought him along to watch, then I could consider it done in his defense. But to bring him along, is a sickening form of insanity. Id imagine a six-year-old child watching a man being sexually tortured and murdered is every bit as traumatizing as being raped.

[@AbrahamFr0man]

For once? You think this was the only time in history a child was ever defended?

[@mackaylas5648]

@@AbrahamFr0man I think they were saying most times nothing is done or especially in black communities it’s like hush hush . That’s where the term “ what happens in this house stay in this house “ comes from , secrecy. That’s why most people have that weird family member that was never prosecuted or held accountable but they are considered “ weird “ or they tell people do not leave your kids with them .

[@kurdishgirl6361]

When someone constantly puts a child down, makes them feel worthless, breaks their self esteem, then that is an emotional abuse itself. To build strong children is easier than to repair broken men.

[@sumtxflygrl1]

Amen!

[@CynthiaApplegate]

Damn. Good way to put it. 👌🙏

[@lastniceguy1993]

This is knowledge. That was beautiful.

[@david-pb4bi]

I'll drink to that

[@ecvdub07]

Yes, I was a victim of this and struggle with self worth and addiction to this day, it was my brother abusing me not my parents.

[@cocomamacita365]

I can’t lie, this story brings relief. There have been times where I felt unprotected as I wish I had an uncle to protect me like this

[@LoveNLight1111]

Why karma?

[@jcsigma]

I’m so sorry you carry that. I pray that you can always feel safe. I have a daughter and one of my main jobs is her protector, an old pit bull. Be blessed.

[@Noname-dg3pm]

Oh Nikki, me too 💜

[@memorymalunga670]

They shouldn't have let him watch that as a kid though. That is so traumatizing for a kid to see.

[@etandrepont]

When children are sodomized and raped they fantasize about hurting them back. It’s normal to feel hatred to the extreme that the pain was felt. But actually witnessing it can haunt you to the core, and riddle you with guilt. Sexual assaults are so damaging to anyone but especially young children who are already enduring abuse and neglect at home. What is up with all the abuse we experience and witness? We are broken. Society is sick due to abuse and molestation. ETA🌹

[@levijames96]

When he said “ God I don’t even know if I can tell this” that’s when you know it’s about to get harrowing.

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

It’s been said “when you walk into a room, you bring your whole life with you.” Childhood traumas follow us & never leave.....smh. Maya Angelou had a similar experience. She was raped as a child, told her mother’s brothers & they killed the man. Maya said if her words were powerful enough to kill someone, she would never speak again. It was years before she spoke again ❤️ Glad you’re getting a chance to tell you’re story, Louis

[@sumtxflygrl1]

My professor at PVAMU was real close to Maya (Dr. Booker) I did a book report on her ❤️ I loved her stories of them two, traveling, book signings, etc

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

@@sumtxflygrl1 Yes! I love her work!

[@ainnochaim9450]

The only thing about this story that I regret, is that they made him watch. The man deserved every inch...

[@ramons7577]

It’s crazy how he says he’s always been scared or a coward but he spills it all on here, it’s like a type of redemption. I hope he realizes that he’s brave for sharing his truth to the strangers we are.

[@coffeewiththeunknown8302]

I didn’t tell anyone about my abuser until I was 28. It’s not easy to tell anyone, the feeling of embarrassment and shame is present.

[@KORDIALKAOS]

Louis is LITERALLY my favorite on here. He’s so sincere in his truth and delivers it so raw.

[@43grimace23]

By far

[@sarkisianhavens]

You didn't watch Neils Jorgenson, Gummo & Hutch's?!

[@agathachris9722]

"Tell the truth to the bone from the heart".

[@mariesandiego5291]

This is probably the saddest story I’ve ever heard. How can people do these things to children- he shouldn’t have had to be exposed to either atrocity!!! God Bless the child in Louis.

[@apmadeithappen2]

Watch the video with the lady named Latoya. There are two of them and I literally started crying. She deserves so much better than what she's been dealt.

[@tomsinclair1264]

How many people dropped everything they were doing after 2 minutes and watched this slack jawed?

[@xltsalad8100]

My mouth was basically on the floor when he got to the broken stick part and almost broke the floor when the mallet came in

[@TheReptilekiller]

I was about to jump in the shower at the same time he said " I don't know if I can tell this". I then moved slowly to my seat without taking my eyes off the screen, my jaw opening a centimeter more every 20 seconds.

[@tomsinclair1264]

AE Solounias. I was making my bed, and I think I just froze there with the blanket in my hand. I don't think I've ever been stopped like that for anything.

[@jimmorrison7680]

Haha me !!

[@sydneypiper7156]

Was in the middle of folding my laundry and thought i need to sit down for this

[@anuncolonizedmind6296]

I applaud his uncles, they are heros! 👋🏾

[@principalitycidade4323]

Great heroes indeed Chesters and Chomos deserve their turn

[@younotlying]

Yeah but they shouldn't of made him watch that, could of turned him into a murderer, sheesh

[@patrickstefanek3842]

i think not. you are spoken like a true fool.

[@burnerbaby26]

As much as I want to be empathetic towards someone being tortured, child molesters deserve the worst and in my opinion, don’t deserve to live. Especially one that can brag about it mid-beating. I do feel awful that Louis had to see that though.

[@selinac2964]

Yes the fact that he didn’t care mid torture really says a lot. I know he’s done worse things in life

[@myfavoritedez7040]

He has so many different interviews with mark ,and when I hard of the time he had sex with his S/O daughter I instantly shut down, and can't feel anything for him.

[@patrickcenkush519]

@@myfavoritedez7040 what's an S/O?

[@IamaDanish]

@@patrickcenkush519 Significant Other, so his girlfriend's daughter.

[@angelaonly7983]

Hey love, you're not a wimp, you're incredibly empathetic

[@jaacquies]

“Something told me in the back of my mind not to…..”

[@ItsMissChas5]

Everybody goes thru moments like that...

[@redwoodninja5334]

Respect to you brother for having the guts to share that story. Powerful

[@marylougeorge9890]

Amen.

[@hplromio01]

You just helped relieve that man of some inner conflict. So happy he was able to get it off his chest.

[@tattyk665]

Louis, the amount of life in your eyes compared to the first interview is undeniable. I think these interviews have been cathartic for your soul x

[@ILoveStrongBlackMen]

some people don’t understand it takes A LOT for a man to tell someone this. guys are hardwired by society to not spill this kind of stuff and this man put it all out there and that takes courage.

[@marcusaurelius6873]

Louis is one of the ppl I instantly click for. Homie a trip smh.

[@aderlinejohnson8566]

Same here

[@sherrieyoung4824]

I don’t mean to laugh. But man my guy Big Lou really knows how to tell a story. Definitely got the gift of gab!!

[@shawneegirl1980]

I swear i was just saying this LOL

[@shannonreadus1566]

The Gift for sure!!

[@adthornton4552]

He reminds me of jingaling of life.

[@free2bme421]

He's telling Maya Angelou's story. I knew it from the time he started talking. SMH, what people will do just to be heard.

[@monkeypot7641]

Longed for another Uncle Louis story....but... this was bone chilling...omg Mark this one was deep!!

[@birdyw3324]

Sometimes my grandma goes on spiels about how "it was safer" when she was young... And I'm glad that was her experience, but I don't think it ever has been!

[@MrFuchew]

for sure the world is safer now. people just weren't aware back before the big technology boom

[@naelyneurkopfen9741]

@@MrFuchew just no.

[@trvpgame7710]

@@naelyneurkopfen9741 Shuttup kid I bet you weren’t even around before cell phones.

[@GraV21]

I have this same argument with my parents whenever I’m around them (I’m 35) My mom swears the world used to be safer, but I’m convinced it wasn’t. They just didn’t have the ease-of-access to all the news and stories that we have access to today. You combine that with a bigger population, of course it’s going to seem like it’s crazier and more dangerous. However the world we live in today, has never been safer. I truly believe that

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

We all begin innocent hence it being intuitively known things were perfect once. ☮️

[@Fedsmoker666]

That guy deserved that shit. We all know law enforcement wouldn't have done anything. But it's really messed up Louis had to watch that. I really feel for him. Thanks for having the courage to come on here, Louis!

[@maxtorque5329]

Exactly..a white man's word against a black kid in that era...nothing would have happened to him

[@lahadihyndman]

His uncles deserve a nobel prize...his uncles are national heroes...

[@garolstipock]

This gentleman earned his alcohol medicine.

[@katatarot597]

I think Louis should travel across the US and have his own show, talking about his life to an audience. He's got the gift of story-telling. So many emotions going on. He's a rich man in fact. No one can blame him for having a drink, that's for sure.

[@gonzalezmichael52]

He really does have a gift of story-telling. I could visualize everything he was saying very clearly.

[@katatarot597]

@@gonzalezmichael52 this guy has caught my eye and he is in my opinion making his way to success with his brave story-telling and I wish him the best!

[@Naeyola]

He can’t, there’s people out there looking to kill him

[@kiaraaliyah1267]

This hurts to hear.. the world is beyond evil

[@savalos1166]

Has anyone else notice that each time this guy's tells of an experience he comes back looking healthier?

[@newkingdom6750]

Maybe this will end up being just the therapy he's needed to finally get past it all and get life back on track ? Here's hoping.

[@marylougeorge9890]

Yes, he does look better with each interview.

[@dreadrocka87]

It's therapeutic

[@charmellelatoya2228]

Great thinker.. Very observant

[@mightywisdom88]

This man needs a book deal and a great publishing house! Gold storytelling!

[@antonypost19]

I know this man personally. I've worked on and off with him for about five years now. I won't say where to respect his privacy (although it's not shady or anything, honest work) and I've got to say. He's got a great heart and strong work values. A lot of people have gone threw some messed up shit in life, but I'm happy to know that he's still pushing and still fighting to be a good person. I'm pretty sure he doesn't even know that I found this interview but I hope he knows that he always has a strong friend in me.

[@mistercrispy]

Literally one of the greatest interviews in history. The story...the pain...the consequences. Unreal. We ignore these peoples stories at our own peril. Giving a life lesson that almost nobody will pay attention to

[@marylougeorge9890]

Louis thank you for telling your story. I believe there are victims of child sexual abuse who were set free from their chains of silence because you spoke up. God bless you.❤❤❤

[@addiecherry5523]

You dont hurt anybody that makes you stronger. Them uncles are my hero, but theg did the right thing but they didnt need to make you watch. Love you Louise!!!

[@shanamanning8959]

We all need uncles like these

[@mariacanini9635]

All child molesters should have the same punishment! I love to listen to Louis I really wish him well.

[@arthursmith5409]

A heavy story, adult humans hurting baby children. A man taking someone's kid, he don't know to his home, secretly, with known intent, to harm that baby! He got off easy, most people will disappear you for that.

[@JackweldonBraul]

Hes lying about the violence

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

Those people being perverse as well, what are you 'trying' to say. (-_-)

[@StevenMichaelCunningham]

@@JackweldonBraul far from it. Violence is violence. Measuring what sort is a excuse.

[@sheispower4595]

This reminds me of Maya Angelo's story. Such a traumatic thing for a child to witness💔

[@annaderrick4521]

I keep up with this channel A lot for Louis’s stories. Never fails to move my heart or shock me.

[@doctormoreau9812]

Thank God for that uncle we need more people like him.

[@peachmint1837]

These stories just get better and better! I always come back for more Louis, Patrick, and Sharp! Keep the Louis stories coming!

[@DB800187]

Cant wait for the next Louis video, he has quickly became my favorite on here.

[@TheMm8107]

Louis... Oh wow. My heart breaks for you! I can’t imagine or even relate! You are truly a strong individual

[@Plamler]

I think this touched my soul. Thank you for sharing your story Louis. Thank you for helping tell the story Mark.

[@carynmartin6053]

Thank you for being so brave and honest! Your stories will help so many others

[@kevinharkins6186]

Watching from Canada with my mother and we love you Louis! Dont ever stop being so honest with us and yourself! Wish you all the best

[@KimbradleyMasterGardener]

That Funkadelic shirt though... 👏👏👏❤️

[@jonanna8516]

You are extremely brave for telling your story. Thank you

[@nonapoppy2563]

Love Louis and his stories. The way he tells them with such passion.....when I see he is being interviewed I stop everything and listen. Ty my friend.

[@koyoteman58]

So honest and such a great story teller. Louis is my fave.

[@thekaerichtexas]

I live for louis's videos. He getting so much better at expressing himself. God bless u sir. Keep talking it out

[@isaacheiss7093]

Louis tells it straight-- for the most part.

[@heidiho5179]

This man needs his own whole series. Thank you for sharing your story, Louis, and thank you for sharing this platform, Mark. You’re really making the most of it. ♥️

[@sirsmokealot96]

He’s probably one of my favorite interviews and I appreciate his honesty. No matter what he’s been through he’s human and we can almost all relate.

[@afterforever2765]

What an amazing storyteller! Much respect to Louis for sharing his story. Thank you, sir. We appreciate you.

[@TheMm8107]

Good morning! Glad to see one of my favorite people again! We love you Louis! Thank you Mark for all your hard work and great content

[@anbar3729]

Good morning Misty!

[@angelacarruthers6245]

Who we've all been waiting for Louis about time u made another story time

[@gt_forexsignals9001]

when uncle louis starts to say "OHHH MY GOD" JUST KNOW ITS ABT TO GET REAL

[@naturespleasantries]

😩😩💯

[@paramorefanaddict]

Talking is the best medicine sometimes!This man may have some of the wildest stories I have ever heard,but he is inspirational.At times listening to him talk about his childhood it feels like he's talking about mine.He has encouraged me to face a few demons from my childhood,as well.Keep up the great work Uncle Lou and Mark!

[@turbosnail159]

To learn one must be humble..life is our greatest teacher..goodluck louis

[@i.c.thru.uphotography5100]

oh yes for sure man.

[@sherrycallaway6578]

He's back, styling and profiling...Cool hat! Much love Louis... Wishing you the best...

[@TheMm8107]

That shirt is everything!! Parliament baby!!

[@sumtxflygrl1]

Haha! He’s a character and I ❤️ him

[@sherrycallaway6578]

@@TheMm8107..yess, indeed! Btw, love Parliament Funkadelic...I saw them back in the day when I was just a teen... the Mothership flying across the room and landing on the stage with George Clinton making a Grand appearance wearing a long white fur coat with a big brim white fur hat and leather pants... I can see and hear it now... give me the Funk, the P Funk, that uncut funk...the Bomb, Baby.!!! ✌😎✌

[@sherrycallaway6578]

@@sumtxflygrl1 lol...yess!!👍❤

[@sherrycallaway6578]

@@derrickclark5364 lol...yes, same here.. "got ants in my pants and I need to dance! 🤣✌

[@nadeiashemwell5819]

Always luv Louis and his life story. Stay Blessed!

[@missparshin]

I don't know what's better... having family find out about something like this and react the way they did or family does nothing when they find out.

[@AceThaKushKing]

Tbh they reacted pretty appropriate bc that man woulda struck again

[@bigfoottreehugger12213]

It really doesn’t matter once the deed is done no recompense can make it better 😥

[@memorymalunga670]

@@AceThaKushKing The only mistake the made was to make a 6 yr old boy watch that.

[@iamneesie]

Louis, you didn't deserve those horrible things to happen to you. You are so strong and deserve people's love. My heart truly hurts for you.

[@convinceme]

Wow, that was som raw stuff. Louis has got to be my favorite person on S.W.U. This channel is turning out to be therapy for some people who I believe couldn’t get it elsewhere at any cost. They know it’s falling on ears of those that understand. That is worth more than any amount of money could buy in my opinion.

[@squllymcfadden6262]

Love this guys stories. Hope he continues to be a regular on this channel ✌

[@MyPenRye]

Your videos are brilliant! Raw and beautifully done. YOU show nothing but respect to every walk of life and allows your viewers to look into our own lives in each and every one of them. We can all relate or have family members who are going through the struggles life has presented. Tastefully presented and a beautiful platform for these sweet souls to express themselves.

[@jcamb72]

You topped yourself with this one Mark. Best video yet...may Louis find some relief now that he has had the opportunity to share his story

[@GaminGawdess]

whew..."from the bones to the heart".. thank you for another great quote Louis. This video helped me see the true impact of knowing the why to understand the what. Judging blocks blessings.

[@Neckelmania]

Dear Louis, I'm proud of you- I'm proud of you because you were able to find the strength to share an impossibly painful experience. I know this is mixed with pain, embarrassment, regret, and self-loathing- But you're one step closer to being better, to becoming stronger because you told the truth. You told the truth with conviction and self-honesty. Brutal truthfulness. And I want you to know another truth: that you're good enough, that you deserve a good life with kind and loving people. You have thousands of people around the world in your corner rooting for you. If you can find a way to love yourself you can also find a way to heal and become stronger. I hope you see this Louis. Wishing you the best, Chris

[@graciesmom62]

Thank you for your bravery in telling your story. Your story is inspiring and I hope that you have had had some healing since making this video.

[@AbbsJr]

Wow you have over 1.5m subscribers! So happy for you man, been following you since the very beginning, when you had barely a fraction of the current following. I was always under the impression that youre very underrated, however I guess youre not anymore lol. Keep it up we love the realness!

[@regalincogbeauty]

He is literally the male version of "I know why the caged bid sings"

[@CarlaHanson68]

Louis, you're a beautiful man. Thank you for sharing your story with us and I'm so, so sorry that happened to you. Take care, my friend. ❤

[@LoveLife-ou5xh]

He needed to vent and get this out.🙏

[@NkiiA]

I love Louis stories, good to see him again. ..

[@LuisFelipePalacios]

Louis, i send you love, healing, peace. I feel your stories and i really wish you can find happines in your life! thank you so much for sharing

[@a.a.7594]

Thank you for sharing your story Louis x

[@3lv3rg4l4rg4X]

It’s incredibly chilling re-reading the title of the video after watching and learning the context, ooooof.

[@MORENA0807]

Louis, your story hit me to my soul. You didn’t deserved this. But you got the opportunity to tell your story to us. And I hope this interview it help released all that pain and trauma you have to go through. Released Released and trust God are the best medication an human being can have. God Bless you.

[@evgenm17]

What an interesting and insightful story! This channel is mind blowing.

[@specialk5579]

Louis to speak your truth of what happened to you as a child was powerful God Bless You Louis

[@lauraj.4721]

I have so much respect for this man. God bless you man!

[@Sunshine-gh6vy]

Holy SHITTT HIS STORY HIS SO HEARTBREAKING 🥺🥺🥺 louis you are a beautiful soul. Thanks for sharing & letting it all out❤️

[@lotus6964]

I am flabbergasted!!!!!

[@BiggMomma84]

I'm so proud of you thank you for sharing your story💝

[@erikalittle3676]

What it do Big Lou?!🙂 Louis is one of my favorites......yup, with all of his imperfections and transgressions (like we all have🧐), he is one of my favorites on this channel. Much love Louis!

[@monicaparks2808]

I just love Louis. I want to give him the biggest hug. I think about him every single day.

[@jsenvykymmy]

Wow his uncle wasn’t playing!! My gawd at-least this time someone protected his innocence. 💙🙏🏾

[@maxtorque5329]

Props to the uncle for taking care of his family but.. didnt have to traumatize a kid for life neither

[@LizzPaintz]

"The pain ain't never gonna go away". It won't. But Louis can keep putting it in the past, where it belongs, and he can keep being someone UNLIKE those who caused the unimaginable memory of hatred and pain no human should ever have to experience. Thanks Mark. That had to have been a tough one.

[@lucasjohnstone6419]

I respect this man It’s hard to talk about this kind of of stuff I’ve been through some shit I’m still not comfortable discussing For every 1 man who can talk about this on camera there are another 100 who can’t

[@bagchasere3667]

Best birthday gift ever two videos this month from ny favorite soft white underbelly character ❤️😂