Busta Rhymes To Spread Non-Violent Message To Londoners

Even though Busta Rhymes has been in the news recently with his own troubles, he has been recruited to help curb an increase in gun and knife violence over in London.

All of this comes on the heels of the death of 16 year old Shakilus Townsend, a native of the U.K., who was lured to his death in what was called a "honey-trap", which is the use of a female to lure someone in. Shakilus Townsend was stabbed and beaten to death in south London by a gang of six masked and hooded youths. Shakilus was a gang-member as well, and it is believe that his death is retaliation for another murder committed.

The Independent reports the rapper will spread his nonviolent message on September 26, when he travels overseas to perform in concert at Royal Albert Hall. The need to curb violence among youth is a universal concern, according to Rhymes. "I want to do something productive that will help convince kids on both sides of the Atlantic to stop killing each other," the rapper said. "We are seeing a generation of children who are lost and in need of support. Their families are breaking down around them. They're turning to gangs and violence. We need to tell them that is not the right answer."

Rhymes’ international stage show will be organized by Orange RockCorps, a social enterprise. The organization’s co-founder, Stephen Greene, praised the rapper as an inspirational performer who had "proved his commitment to volunteering over many years." London Mayor Boris Johnson echoed Greene’s support as he applauded Orange RockCorps’ efforts to hold the concert as well as Rhymes’ willingness to help, by saying the show would be a "a great example of how music can have a profoundly positive effect on society". Despite his good intentions, Rhymes’ appearance has raised concerns over whether or not his criminal record will prevent him from entering the country.

I'm glad that someone is taking a stand. Whether it's here in the states or abroad, this -ish has got to stop. It don't matter if Busta has a criminal history, hell who doesn't to some degree! We all know that kids are easily influenced by the entertainers of today, so why not go about influencing them in a manner to which they will listen?