Summary: Born February 14, 1977 in Inglewood CA, TARE-el experienced the many trials of struggling and family matters. His move to Dublin, GA at a young age provided a more southern way of living and slower pace environment. TARE-el’s early childhood years were difficult and at the age of 8, a separation from his sisters would cause a devastating blow triggering his resentment towards family. Taken from his mother at the age of 10, he was placed in foster care. Moving from home to home and being introduced to several different households fostered a sense of instability. TARE-el first recognized his talent during a confrontation with a school bully in the school lunchroom area. People were amazed with his rapping abilities because of his age and a speech problem.
