Tuesday, September 6, 2011

REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS MEN'S EDITION 10


A DAY IN THE LIFE
“Living Naturally You”
Real People Real Answers
 
Photo by
Nicole Battle
 
 What’s your name?

Ajani Sekou.



 How old are you?
42.


 Where are you from?
Richmond Va.


What is your occupation?
Frontman for HBNS (Funk/Rock band) and Natural Hair Care Specialst at Delux Gallery Salon in BK, NY
Photo by
Nicole Battle




 How would you describe yourself?
I am A Passionate Creative Free Man!





 When did you first decide to grow locs?
My first attempt at startng locs was back in '96. I didn't have the patients at all. Couldn't take the fuzz, the itch none of that sh@%. Then shorty started me off wth bees wax (WTF). Couldn't take it. When I found out me and my then wife was pregnant, well I went in. That was over ten years ago. I have then chopped that set and started over 3 yrs ago. I'm having a ball with this set of locs.



If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?
ROCK STAR!!


 Who are some people that inspire you the most?
Some Of the people who inspire me: My Parents, Prince, Bruce Lee, Jimi Hendrix, Betty Davis, and Single Moms that do the damn thing!



 What do you want to be when you grow up?
I have always wanted to be a ROCSTAR!.


What advice would you give to others who wanted embrace their individuality ?
F%$K what you heard, Do what you Feel. And Believe In It!




What’s your favorite quote?

Stand strong Like Mountain, and flow like river






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4 comments:

  1. Powerful, sensual, and definitely rockstar....

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  2. Well said Ajani...way to inspire people to just be there natural self.....

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  3. I love how everyone on here is just so beautiful and unique in their own way:)

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  4. Wonderful interview.

    The New Era of Locs,
    Thierry Baptiste

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