InI Father who art in Zion, Ila be the I name
The I Kingman come, The I will be done on earth as it is in Zion.
Give InI this day InI Ila lamb’s bread,
Forgive InI sins as InI forgive those who sin against InI
Lead InI not in temptation, and Iliver InI from evil
For the I is the Kingman of Power and Glory,
HAILE SELASSIE I
RAS TAFARI
I write this poem about my dreadlocks, many people don’t understand the connection I have with my hair. To me my hair is rooted in two major areas. To start, I connect my hair to God and the Bible first, in the book of numbers there is a clear message stating that we shouldn’t let a razor touch our flesh. The next big area is outside of the realm of religion. Social justice is the second reason, I will continue to wear grow my dreadlocks till I see that there is equity and equality across the world.
Charles Barjon II is an Artist and Activist who was raised in Southern California. Being a devout servant of the Most High God, Charles is known for mixing scripture, history, and his own take of faith into his art and activism. A natural born leader, Barjon has spent his entire life transitioning in and out of leadership positions within the Boy Scouts of America where he earned his Eagle Scout Rank and Honor. It is here Barjon learned the importance of community service and giving back. Charles decided to go to the historic Southern University where he is to received his Bachelors of Art in History from the Nelson Mandela College of Social Science and History. It is at this same institution Mr. Barjon joined the SU 771 Alliance. This is a grassroots organization that aims to educate and equip not only the Southern University campus but also the surrounding community through SocialJustice Campaigns and their unique podcast radio show. It is through this we see for the first time truly Charles become active and passionate within activism. The author continues his activism today through his music using the recording name “Natty Barjon” he also writes poetry and articles for Barjon Publications where he publishes all content on the website charlesbarjon.com. Not to mention his YouTube channel and social media accounts he is sure to teach righteousness and spread the good news of salvation. Charles Barjon II overall is someone who genuinely wants to see good prevail in the world and will continue to do his part according to the will of God.