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“Built to Be Broken” reflects on the journey of transformation during the GenX era, Hip Hop culture and the crack cocaine epidemic. Imagine growing up in this movement in the midst of expression through hip-hop and the lure of instant gratification; nevertheless, still confronted with the tensions of the Post-Civil Rights Era. The tension expressed itself both inside and outside of communities. Life has always been a balancing act as we walk a tight rope “Built to Be Broken” takes readers on a journey and is an instrument to spark thought, self-reflection, and open dialogue that will facilitate healing. It is often suggested that life can be hard but it is fair. Learning occurs through a series of failures, mistakes and bad decisions; however over time if we learn from them, they shape our character. “Built to Be Broken” is a dialogue that highlights stories and events that may be very relatable. The dialogue occurs with few filters, and direct language.