Here's why I'm the G.L.O.A.T.
Back then...
I was a nobody. Not because I wasn't famous or didn't find any commercial success with my artwork but because I didn't know thyself. So every time I would try to reach the pinnacle of success I would sabotage myself. Was once rich but then I lost all my wealth. Battled depression and anxiety, while looking for love in the wrong places, not knowing what I needed was already inside of me. Lost friends and lovers, got played and scammed. But through it ALL I never gave up on myself, though I was angry and mad at myself.
But for me to overcome my lowest self, I had to first befriend myself and learn how to love myself. Though I've been a helping hand along the path, I knew I couldn't be the help I wanted to anyone truly if I couldn't help myself first. It took me 35 years to connect with my highest self, and when I did that's when I discovered the gift of JOY...
But Now...
I am the Creative Director at Black Bound Entertainment, LLC, the owner of the holistic wellness company Herbs By Heru and a self made Buddha. I make music for the soul and tea for the mind and body. My heart has expanded one hundred fold and I was already the King of Hearts. So these days I spend my time sharing my greatest gift, my joy. Still working on creative projects, while being a pillar in my community as the Philosopher Stoned. I love my people, I love my family and I love my culture.
I am proud to say that I'm from St. Louis, MO and I am the spirit of Saint Louis. The creative community is super talented and supportive, we are one of the most accessible friendly cities in America, and the activism that originated from here has traveled worldwide. I know we've got a bad rap in the past, but a lot of people don't get to see the hidden beauty of St. Louis like eye do. From the way we dress, the way we talk and the struggles we had to overcome as a community. It only made us stronger and I'm proud of US for it. So enjoy the site, this is my art portfolio and in between the lines a story of rebirth and evolution.
With Gratitude,
J.R. Heru