Maybe, but eventually childhood ends and you’re responsible for your life. Marks profiles display a somewhat twisted survivorship bias. There are plenty of people who had horrible upbringings and never caused hard to someone else.
@@jimmydong8708 Yeah, I think it's a more than just environment. It's also genetics and therefore just kind of your nature. Not ONLY that, obviously, but definitely a decent part of it. If I grew up in this dude's life, I wouldn't have been a gang member because I'm a giant pussy and have terrible social anxiety. Terrified of breaking the law. Things like this are more complex than just black and white. People turn out all different sorts of ways even with similar upbringings.
He is so polite and we'll mannered. You can't help but like this guy!! He has had some bad breaks but deep down a good person. I pray things get better for him. We need a part 2 with him. Really cool guy!
Dear Adrain, of every single kid your age- that has been interviewed by Mark....this is the first time I am saying this....GET SOBER !!! You are a baby at 31 yet you are such an old wise soul and very intelligent. I can see you getting a great job and being a great father to your children and falling in love with a woman as beautiful as you are handsome! You are intelligent and mature beyond your years. You were brought back from the dead to make something of yourself.... GO DO IT !!! GO FOR IT !!! DONT disappoint !! Mark, please have Adrain back!!! We all like him !!
He's not 31, if he grew up in Southgate and was 9 at the time, and he referenced the group Cypress Hill who is from Southgate btw, and he has gray hairs he's more likely to be 41.
Adrian is doing the same thing to his children. 31 years old with a 16 year old and 13 year old. The cycle continues and he is not even aware. Heartbreaking.
When I was 31 I had a 15 year old myself. I had to grow up quick. Lived a teenage life about a year that was it..I wouldn’t change it though for the world! I have 3 kids all together and their my reason for living.. I pray his kids can be enough for him as well. He can change his life long as he wants too!
That doesn’t mean that kids from great parents can’t end up here . Seen it so many times although it’s a great start and you made the right choices . There are many kids with stable, loving, caring homes that end up here either because of boredom, peer pressure or curiosity. Sad but true . You got lucky .
You are indeed lucky! Please give them a hug and kiss and thank them for being so wonderful. Mine suck and it does suck. I plan on being like yours though, hoping to be blessed with my own family soon
I’m always very impressed when someone is interested in other people enough to ask questions about them…AND actually listen to the answer of said question!!! So many people are too self involved. I really appreciate that!
Something at the core of Adrian that makes him really likeable. Like if he could get his life together, he'd be a cool person to hang with and kick it. Hope he can get it together and go on to lead a happy life
Yea bro, y’all could grab a few brews and kick it, then homie will bust out a syringe and y’all could slam some shit and kick it homes, you know what I’m sayin
He really was I know him personally since we were kids it’s heart breaking seeing him this way 😕 he was such a cool smart always on top and ahead of everyone.. I knew his mom it’s so sad he got lost . Adrian AKA Taz
This was one of my favorite interviews Mark. This guy is so intelligent! He just needed a dad to encourage him! I think he would be a great mechanic. He was a curious little boy. I wish dad would have handed him a screwdriver and nurtured his curiosity!! Someone, please offer this guy a job. Get him out of there. I see so much potential. I feel like he is still in need of a father figure.
....and he will stab you in the back the first chance he gets when the addiction urge kicks in again. Stop valuing violent destructive murderous garbage!
This is one man I like. He really is so honest and I feel he really had a shitty deal in life. A lot of life lessons he learned the hard way from such a young child. Good luck Adrien, I am rooting for you that life is kind to you from here on.
@@eriklarson9137 you have to remember he was an addict from a very young age. Hell my kids were playing with toys and he was cracked out. He probably believed he was one super man also.
Just love this guy. When Marc spoke about God he listened so intently never loosing eye contact. What a character. I wish him all the luck for the future
That was an amazing interaction between the two of them. You could see that curious kid in his face and the willingness to understand an almost opposite point of view. What an amazing guy. God bless him and Mark.
You can see the innocent behavior he has within, very polite and unknowingly honest. It’s heartbreaking that prison, homelessness and addiction cause people to think this is a normal way of life.
A lot of these interviews are tough to watch, but this one really got me right in the feels. This young man Adrian is obviously quite intelligent with insight that is unimaginable given his life experiences. I sincerely hope that he is given that one big break to change his life for the better. This one got me.....got me good 😔
I wish Mark believed in God who sent Jesus to die on the Cross to save us from our sins. So many hee interviews do believe and are not ashamed to say so.
Try to comprehend taking a hit of Methamphetamine at the age of 9. No one deserves to be let down like that. And I completely understand Marks stance behind spirituality. I’m glad you included that. A lot of addicts believe because we’ve seen where our agenda has taken us
Seeing his reaction to Mark’s belief about Jesus shows me there’s a boy in there begging for something good and real to believe in. No one deserves the pain this man knows. I hope he finds peace some day.
@@fucketaboutit get your head checked. I'm not trying to insult you nor be funny. Go figure out what's going on up there.that makes you see people this way. Take care
@@fucketaboutit I like how Mark "humanizes" the worst of the worst. However, many are very dangerous people despite the interviews portraying something different.
i found it pretty funny wait so like you dont believe in god? mark: "nah after all these stories no way." adrian: uh huh okay well like what about jesus? mark: :starts to sweat nervously: oh yeah i do 1000% jesus was the homie Adrian yeah thats what i thought too :good answer white boi: lololol
This guy is like a child inside that never had a real childhood. I feel for him. Him knowing he didn't have a chance from the beginning. And learning the hard way. Still he has this light about him. So sincere about his life story and learning it was wrong. Adrian wants to get clean. I really hope he does.
I enjoyed this one. He is a interesting guy, who talks sense. He listens and is interested In the questions and takes time to think and is passionate about what he is saying. I liked they had a debate and the interviewer felt comfortable with him to actually speak and debate about things like the interesting debate about religion and God. He was polite and respected your views and even made him think. You can tell he would be good to have a great debate and conversation with. I also think he seemed like he was quite a fun guy, down to earth and had a fun personality. He has obviously done horrible things like he says and Im sure he has a horrible streak . We all do. We have all done bad things and made mistakes. He is my age but does look older,.I'm not sure if he is high here or not , his eyes look massive but he does seem a nice guy deep down. I would like to listen to him more.
just like the hardcore drinkers at the bar in the afternoon. They are good talkers and once they get 'warmed up' they can run quite a line especially if you keep buying the rounds.
@@KatJ3st You have a point. No one knows who is telling the whole truth in these interviews. like I said before he has done some horrible stuff which he openly admits. Who knows what he is really like ? I feel he could have a real horrible side still ? But we can try and see past things people have done, he has had his reasons from what he has said. He didn't really have a chance now did he? And we can only try and see the good In people, which everyone has. Like I said before he actually listened and respected the interviewer and the interviewer even felt comfortable to have a good debate with him. He was even interested in the interview and you could tell he made him think. I feel he is a nice guy deep down, I think most people are deep down when you get them on their own without all their friends where they try and show of. He knows he has done wrong and admits it. He has a personality you want to be around. Hopefully he can get better because he could make a great friend.
I sadly have had drug and alcohol addictions with some family and friends thru the years. He does seem like a great guy the good side, but never totally trust a drug addiction either which is so sad to say. My own brother who before heroin and now he's clean, thank God, would never steal even a cigarette without asking. When he was getting high he stole even from my children's piggy banks. They get sick and need that high to not be deathly I'll feeling. U said u weren't sure if he was high, I've seen it enough as I said, he's high as a kite 😢 . Good karma and prayers he can get clean and live a better life for himself!
Adrian, you are so smart and bright. Please do the right thing. Go back to a treatment center you are so much better than being out there on skid Row and you deserve so much better than any of that crap. You have a good heart & you have great intentions. You deserve a great life. Much love from PA!
This guy Adrian is highly intelligent and very well mannered person ..he was very introspective on his life… i hope he goes on to a better path he has such more to give♥️
Well, I messed up, and to think it was just the other day that I had reinforced to my sixteen year old daughter, we cannot judge anyone unless we’ve been in their shoes. With the picture of him with the cigarette and the title mentioning gangs and heroin addicted, I didn’t have a very good first impression of this young man, not even close. Come to find out, I enjoyed listening to him, and I really liked him. I had even been a bit disappointed that this conversation and interview didn’t last a bit longer. I could’ve listened to more, that’s for sure. Amazing how a few words can change your perception of someone else. I guess we need to shut up a bit more, open our eyes and listen, really listen. Who knows, we might actually learn something. Thank you, Mark, for another solid interview.
This one was fascinating. He was so interested in conversation with you, Mark. I loved watching him thinking about what you said. He’s a good guy at his core. I’d love to see a follow up with him if you run into him again.
Wow, this young beautiful man asked Mark more than anyone has ever asked. He asked about his spiritual life... So amazing how he didn't deny his faith and understood what Mark was saying yet never did he deny his. Much Love ❤ for this man.
I know this young man from a shelter we were both in and I've always thought he was a very intelligent man, I've always wondered what happened to him! I'll be praying for him! Stay up Adrian and stay focused to do the right thing!
Mark made him think 💭 love it ... critical thinking is so important. Adrian has such a “spark” in his eyes and is eager to live a better life... he needs someone to guide him out .
He’s a highly curious and observant dude if u listen to his story. He isn’t dumb at all. Hopefully he gets clean bc I truly believe he could make something amazing of himself seriously. All love from Maryland ❤️
I appreciate your honesty Adrian. You have a good heart. You've been handed a rough life. You are capable of great things. Youth counseling, outreach, prison outreach. You can do it. You deserve it. You could help many. Bless you. 💜💜💜
His eyes I mean his pupils look red in some of the shots. Like the actual color. I wish we could meet all of these kids when they were little and innocent. I wish we could protect them and keep them from harm. Life sucks :( but without it, we wouldn’t develop the character and the necessity to survive.
Adrian, stay strong, don’t lose that light in you man. Get clean, find a good woman and live a long healthy life. You deserve nothing less. Thank you for sharing your story with us. “Try to the right thing….because the wrong thing don’t lead to nowhere right” Love that😊
Most of the time, I watch these interviews and cringe because you never know what fresh piece of hell is gonna pop up in someones story. I can honestly say with Adrian, I never wanted the interview to end. He's got a light and humanity in his eyes that, Im sorry Mark, can only be there because of God. This is without a doubt my favorite interview. Adrian, if you read this someday, I'm praying for you, and when the dark times come like they always do, I'll remember what you said, "With or without you, that sun is gonna come up and shine"...peace be with you cuz.
Jesus Christ is fully, completely God. The Bible refers to Him as God manifest in the flesh. Jesus said, "I and my Father are one". Adrian is on the right track. He needs to repent toward God; admit he's a Hell-deserving sinner who can't save himself; believe in his heart, and confess with his mouth, that Jesus died, was buried, and rose again; and call on Him for the free gift of eternal salvation.
@@martinmummert5614 you exactly the reason why some folks are like no I don’t believe in god… he don’t need to do anything except what god puts in his heart… you with that commercialized gospel smh
When it says "gang banger" or "pimp" it is usually the least interesting interviews but Adrian is very interesting and self-aware. Hope he turns it around
I find it very intriguing watching these videos. I love how the black and white shows the roughness and stoic emotions of each individual. Until you actually start the video and it’s in color. It shows more of an intimate side and helps you understand what hides behind the black and white photo. Not knowing who these people are but able to feel them through the screen.
The more I watch these, the more I read the comments, the more I see the genuine desire of people to help and the more I am thinking that we should be using these ressources and this energy to start some type of a program or community adjusted living facility operation ´ order to help guys like this young man get back on their feet and perhaps go help others in turn, instead of just sending people with potential to get better back into a difficult situation. I am personally ready and able to help.
I love how he speaks - very engaging and also has an inquisitive nature about him. What pisses me off is listening to his story amongst many others who seem to be failed time and time again by “the system” whether it be justice, corrections, family services … even public healthcare (regarding mental health and drug rehabilitation). It all needs to change.
He’s very intuitive, polite, & you can tell he craves knowledge. He’s still young & I hope someone can guide/convince him to go get an education. He can do great things. I hope he gets the help he needs.
He seems like he has so much life left in him. I enjoy hearing him speak. I hope he gets well soon cuz I believe he has the ability to help others through his story
The fact that he got a second shot at life, makes me think he may be destined for something better. Sending him positive vibes and hope he gets help with this addiction.
Adrian please try to get help! You could be a model for high end magazines! You are so handsome, so smart, you just need a lift up and shown the right path! I wish you all the best and hope all works out for you! Love from Ireland 💕💕🇮🇪🇮🇪
His wide eyed look when mark gives him a new/deeper way to describe something makes me wonder where he would be if given a different path from the day he was born. Met a few of these guys while incarcerated where you can tell they deep down could be really great men but just never had the chance and never saw the light to become better because it just wasn’t the norm. I enjoyed this one
after watching a hundred or more of these adrian was one of the most honest guys you have had. thanks for sharing adrian! you deserve a good life brother.
Hes was one of the most well spoken people interveiwed... he has a kind soul and was very smart. He knew exaclty how to articulate himself... I hope he gets his life together, he has so much to offer the world in just being himself.
Adrian I hope one day you get to read this , you are so much more than what you are going thru now . I hope you leave the drugs and you find yourself . You have a lot more to offer this world than what u have now . You have so much life left in you that you deserve to live the rest of your life clean , sober and happy . I am rooting for you and I am sending you positive vibes , may the Universe and the stars align in your life . Stay safe 🙏🏻
While his story sounds extreme- it’s more common than people realize, but usually he would be dead before age 31 so therefore not able to tell their story. Gangbangin starts very young, their roll models are the older gang members because usually the parents are not around or also are on drugs or in jail. Then once this lifestyle begins it is a domino effect in their life and creates a cycle with the next generation. He had a kid as a teenager but immediately got locked up, so it’s possible his kid is in same cycle as him. Very rarely someone breaks free, I have lived around this and seen it and it’s so sad for the young kids cause they don’t stand a chance in life unfortunately.
You’re trippin if you believe a single word that comes out of his mouth. The guys talking out the side of his neck. Tryin to make his life sound more important and interesting than what it actually was
@@marcusgrimes726 Not sure what part you are referring to that sounds unbelievable. That he’s been in jail? That he has OD’d on Fentanyl? Happens every day in Los Angeles.
Love this interview. I like this kid. And you know …Mark, understands that everyone is beautiful. And shows them. And then we get to see it with his portraits. I used to be a makeup artist & my specialty was corrective makeup…cancer patients, disfigurement of all kinds. I would guide them through before & after reconstructive surgeries. EVERY PERSON that came to me, when seen totally stripped down & fragile were the most beautiful people I’ve ever seen. Because you saw their vulnerable soul. This is how I think Mark sees people. This kid could make it I think with the right mentor.
Hi mark, I thought of a question I hadn’t previously. I imagine it can happen in all sorts of ways that are organic, but in general does the portrait come before or after the interview? I think it would be curious to see how peoples’ body language changes before and after they talk.
what a portrait! So rugged/attractive, I cant help but wonder, as I do with all of these beautiful souls, what would they be like now given a different set of circumstances. Adrian is right, the streets are a war zone, "get, or get got." Most dont know the reality of inner cities, severe poverty, lack of any opportunities or outs, most enter into the illicit drug trade as an economic opportunity and lack of any other route. As he said, hes surrounded by homies who are his only role models. And their paid and have protection. He also said he has to numb himself from his traumas. And where do these guys end up...dead, in jail, or homeless and addicted on skid row....if they're lucky, right? So grateful Mark captures them for a moment in time, I fear for the fate of many. These videos are a gift. Adrian, I wish you the best.
I enjoyed this interview with Adrian because he came off real and like he had nothing to prove. He knows why his life is the way that it is. He started making bad decisions from a young age and it continued. He’s probably shocked he’s still alive. I believe in God and miracles and that anyone can change if that’s what they truly want for themselves.
Ur a great interviewer. Would love to see more mobster interviews, other people too, just not addicts, pimp's, etc. Just a suggestion. Love ur channel.
One of the most enlightening ones I’ve seen in a while. Being close to the same age and seeing how so many people “dodge the bullet” in life but this man did not and is still trying to find the light at the end of the tunnel is really humbling. Probably has done terrible things but I can see deep down he has a good spirit. Self destruction without a solid foundation to fall back on just creates a black hole but I hope he climbs his way out. Definitely need a follow up if he ever gets clean.
I like him and I wish him the best of luck. He only just touched on his childhood and I have a feeling it was extremely difficult 😞 he may not even realize it himself. My hope is he finds some peace in his life ❤️❤️
I see a lost little boy who could’ve had a completely different life if he was born into a different environment.❤️
Shoulda coulda woulda
Yes it's very sad.
I agree. She seems to adore his mother. Wish him the best and hope he overcome his addiction.
Maybe, but eventually childhood ends and you’re responsible for your life.
Marks profiles display a somewhat twisted survivorship bias. There are plenty of people who had horrible upbringings and never caused hard to someone else.
@@jimmydong8708 Yeah, I think it's a more than just environment. It's also genetics and therefore just kind of your nature. Not ONLY that, obviously, but definitely a decent part of it. If I grew up in this dude's life, I wouldn't have been a gang member because I'm a giant pussy and have terrible social anxiety. Terrified of breaking the law.
Things like this are more complex than just black and white. People turn out all different sorts of ways even with similar upbringings.
He is so polite and we'll mannered. You can't help but like this guy!! He has had some bad breaks but deep down a good person. I pray things get better for him. We need a part 2 with him. Really cool guy!
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God doesn't really let bad things happen . Like this guy hope he walks away from it all .
@@dougtheviking6503 God doesn't have the power to control wath bad things happen evil exists and its everywhere
I went to the store which meant I wanted food. I went to the bathroom which meant I wanted to take a piss......
@@dominic8171 so I guess your god is NOT ALL POWERFUL like he claims to be
This poor guy was so interested in speaking with you seemed like this was the first conversation he's had in a long time.
Bring him back Mark😉
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He is still a lil kid I can see it in his eyes 🥲
@@dreamer4663 😢
@@dreamer4663 i was legit going to say the same exact thing :/
@@dreamer4663 it’s difficult to let go of the kid within you when it was never really given a chance to get out.
It’s amazing to see how much life he still has left in his eyes. He seems so bright and a refreshing energy. I really like him
I agree Erika how are you
That’s just the glossy look heroin gives people
@@Baja2424 Mark acts Far Better than Most Christians.
@@Baja2424 I have more respect for him now.
@@Baja2424 Well, he does Real good out in the open!😉😊😎
I like Adrians energy very much. He has a whole lot of light left in him. All the love on your path my brother.
For such a hard life I couldn’t help but to smile listening to his life story . This man has a good heart
Dear Adrain, of every single kid your age- that has been interviewed by Mark....this is the first time I am saying this....GET SOBER !!! You are a baby at 31 yet you are such an old wise soul and very intelligent. I can see you getting a great job and being a great father to your children and falling in love with a woman as beautiful as you are handsome! You are intelligent and mature beyond your years. You were brought back from the dead to make something of yourself.... GO DO IT !!! GO FOR IT !!! DONT disappoint !! Mark, please have Adrain back!!! We all like him !!
Yeah, Adrian's cool, seems like a great guy
He’s like a walking encyclopedia with all of that knowledge and wisdom.
He's not 31, if he grew up in Southgate and was 9 at the time, and he referenced the group Cypress Hill who is from Southgate btw, and he has gray hairs he's more likely to be 41.
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@@Drilla81 I thought about that too- born in the 90 if he's 30-31
Adrian is doing the same thing to his children. 31 years old with a 16 year old and 13 year old. The cycle continues and he is not even aware. Heartbreaking.
When I was 31 I had a 15 year old myself. I had to grow up quick. Lived a teenage life about a year that was it..I wouldn’t change it though for the world! I have 3 kids all together and their my reason for living.. I pray his kids can be enough for him as well. He can change his life long as he wants too!
These videos make me realize that by sheer good luck I had good parents.
Same here
yeah, watching these videos really makes you grateful about a lot of things. We could all have it so much worse
That doesn’t mean that kids from great parents can’t end up here . Seen it so many times although it’s a great start and you made the right choices . There are many kids with stable, loving, caring homes that end up here either because of boredom, peer pressure or curiosity. Sad but true . You got lucky .
You are indeed lucky! Please give them a hug and kiss and thank them for being so wonderful. Mine suck and it does suck. I plan on being like yours though, hoping to be blessed with my own family soon
@@LuisaD93 Usually there's more to the story.
If Adrian can use his power of observation and communication for the better, he would change lives
No doubt if you ain’t smart you ain’t surviving the streets imagine how hard it is to keep up with buying all them drugs with no job
He's on meth
I’m always very impressed when someone is interested in other people enough to ask questions about them…AND actually listen to the answer of said question!!! So many people are too self involved. I really appreciate that!
Mark: "You don't have to explain yourself here, you've done enough time" Adrian: "So pretty much we used to shoot people"
God bless you Adrian. You have a pure and honest soul. I wish you well.
@@Baja2424 Mark is free to choose.
What's Mor Important is, What Do You Believe?
@@Baja2424 Mark's beliefs, (which he has said many times before) don't affect my belief in God, nor Adrian's beliefs either.
He's a gang member not a priest.
@@StevenHeapRecipes so you think I should only say God bless you to a priest?
@@StevenHeapRecipes Priests advise and counsel people. I didn't hear any of that. So your comment is off target.
Something at the core of Adrian that makes him really likeable. Like if he could get his life together, he'd be a cool person to hang with and kick it. Hope he can get it together and go on to lead a happy life
This is exactly how I feel. I could sit down and listen to him talk for hours. I like him a lot.
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He’s humble, insightful, intelligent, respectful. All great traits. Humility and being humble goes a long way.
Yea bro, y’all could grab a few brews and kick it, then homie will bust out a syringe and y’all could slam some shit and kick it homes, you know what I’m sayin
He really was I know him personally since we were kids it’s heart breaking seeing him this way 😕 he was such a cool smart always on top and ahead of everyone.. I knew his mom it’s so sad he got lost . Adrian AKA Taz
"Don't depend on anybody other than yourself." Well spoken brother much love....
This was one of my favorite interviews Mark. This guy is so intelligent! He just needed a dad to encourage him! I think he would be a great mechanic. He was a curious little boy. I wish dad would have handed him a screwdriver and nurtured his curiosity!! Someone, please offer this guy a job. Get him out of there. I see so much potential. I feel like he is still in need of a father figure.
Yes! They could have given him his own little tinkering area with projects to work on. It would have really kept his mind occupied
@David David Most good mechanics we’re very curious about how things worked and what not when they were little kids. It’s not that serious bro relax
I thought the same thing. Half way through this interview I said this guy has a lot of potential, is still young, and can get his life straight.
Exactly
....and he will stab you in the back the first chance he gets when the addiction urge kicks in again.
Stop valuing violent destructive murderous garbage!
This is one man I like. He really is so honest and I feel he really had a shitty deal in life. A lot of life lessons he learned the hard way from such a young child. Good luck Adrien, I am rooting for you that life is kind to you from here on.
Great comment,9 years old to hit that meth is just so unbelievable Sad too me 🙏❤️fifi
Not here to argue but in the very beginning he says he used to remove screws without a screw driver. That is not possible, so... Honest? Naa.
@@eriklarson9137 you have to remember he was an addict from a very young age. Hell my kids were playing with toys and he was cracked out. He probably believed he was one super man also.
“ the sun will shine tomorrow, with or without you “ dang that’s deep.
Just love this guy. When Marc spoke about God he listened so intently never loosing eye contact. What a character. I wish him all the luck for the future
That was an amazing interaction between the two of them. You could see that curious kid in his face and the willingness to understand an almost opposite point of view.
What an amazing guy. God bless him and Mark.
You can see the innocent behavior he has within, very polite and unknowingly honest. It’s heartbreaking that prison, homelessness and addiction cause people to think this is a normal way of life.
At what time in history was this way of life not considered normal? If it wasn't normal before it sure as hell is right now.
A lot of these interviews are tough to watch, but this one really got me right in the feels. This young man Adrian is obviously quite intelligent with insight that is unimaginable given his life experiences. I sincerely hope that he is given that one big break to change his life for the better.
This one got me.....got me good 😔
I wish Mark believed in God who sent Jesus to die on the Cross to save us from our sins. So many hee interviews do believe and are not ashamed to say so.
Try to comprehend taking a hit of Methamphetamine at the age of 9. No one deserves to be let down like that. And I completely understand Marks stance behind spirituality. I’m glad you included that. A lot of addicts believe because we’ve seen where our agenda has taken us
I can't imagine what that does to a kids brain and soul
Heartbreaking. If this doesn't make you feel empathy, nothing will.
Vey sad indeed bro. I too am an addict with 4 years off of dope and I know exactly what you mean.
9yrs old, his life hadn't even begun. Omg how sad 😥😞
@@frisc0strangler207 long durations like yours remind me to keep pushing. I bet it feels so good to say four years drug free
He was so intrigued while Mark was answering his questions about his beliefs. I like that
Seeing his reaction to Mark’s belief about Jesus shows me there’s a boy in there begging for something good and real to believe in. No one deserves the pain this man knows. I hope he finds peace some day.
Too late...his environment ruined any chance of that...
these are totally useless yet very very dangerous people.
@@fucketaboutit get your head checked. I'm not trying to insult you nor be funny. Go figure out what's going on up there.that makes you see people this way. Take care
@@fucketaboutit I like how Mark "humanizes" the worst of the worst. However, many are very dangerous people despite the interviews portraying something different.
@@DuckiesDad08 if this guy was hurting for cash he would kill your whole family
@@malcolmbaldwin5735 that possibility literally has no impact on my statement.
This guy is such a good conversationalist he's got Mark talking. Entertaining interview 👌
When the guest make Mark laugh. You know it’s a good one!
It was a good interview.💖
This dude’s complete attitude changed when Mark said that he wasn’t religious. Like he couldn’t believe it.
Yeah, it threw him for a loop, lol
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i found it pretty funny
wait so like you dont believe in god?
mark: "nah after all these stories no way."
adrian: uh huh okay well like what about jesus?
mark: :starts to sweat nervously: oh yeah i do 1000% jesus was the homie
Adrian yeah thats what i thought too :good answer white boi: lololol
@@AyeB77 looooooool
@@AyeB77 that's not at all what happened stop lying to yourself and stop stereotyping
This guy is like a child inside that never had a real childhood. I feel for him. Him knowing he didn't have a chance from the beginning. And learning the hard way. Still he has this light about him. So sincere about his life story and learning it was wrong. Adrian wants to get clean. I really hope he does.
I enjoyed this one. He is a interesting guy, who talks sense. He listens and is interested In the questions and takes time to think and is passionate about what he is saying. I liked they had a debate and the interviewer felt comfortable with him to actually speak and debate about things like the interesting debate about religion and God. He was polite and respected your views and even made him think. You can tell he would be good to have a great debate and conversation with. I also think he seemed like he was quite a fun guy, down to earth and had a fun personality. He has obviously done horrible things like he says and Im sure he has a horrible streak . We all do. We have all done bad things and made mistakes. He is my age but does look older,.I'm not sure if he is high here or not , his eyes look massive but he does seem a nice guy deep down. I would like to listen to him more.
My sentiments, too. I really liked him and enjoyed his interview. I wonder what he would be like if he'd have had a proper education.
just like the hardcore drinkers at the bar in the afternoon. They are good talkers and once they get 'warmed up' they can run quite a line especially if you keep buying the rounds.
@@KatJ3st You have a point. No one knows who is telling the whole truth in these interviews. like I said before he has done some horrible stuff which he openly admits. Who knows what he is really like ? I feel he could have a real horrible side still ? But we can try and see past things people have done, he has had his reasons from what he has said. He didn't really have a chance now did he? And we can only try and see the good In people, which everyone has. Like I said before he actually listened and respected the interviewer and the interviewer even felt comfortable to have a good debate with him. He was even interested in the interview and you could tell he made him think. I feel he is a nice guy deep down, I think most people are deep down when you get them on their own without all their friends where they try and show of. He knows he has done wrong and admits it. He has a personality you want to be around. Hopefully he can get better because he could make a great friend.
I Agree. He doesnt seem to fake like some other OG guys here...
I sadly have had drug and alcohol addictions with some family and friends thru the years. He does seem like a great guy the good side, but never totally trust a drug addiction either which is so sad to say. My own brother who before heroin and now he's clean, thank God, would never steal even a cigarette without asking. When he was getting high he stole even from my children's piggy banks. They get sick and need that high to not be deathly I'll feeling. U said u weren't sure if he was high, I've seen it enough as I said, he's high as a kite 😢 . Good karma and prayers he can get clean and live a better life for himself!
Adrian, you are so smart and bright. Please do the right thing. Go back to a treatment center you are so much better than being out there on skid Row and you deserve so much better than any of that crap. You have a good heart & you have great intentions. You deserve a great life. Much love from PA!
This guy Adrian is highly intelligent and very well mannered person ..he was very introspective on his life… i hope he goes on to a better path he has such more to give♥️
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I'm not saying he's stupid. I have no idea wether he is smart or stupid but what makes you think that Adrian is highly intelligent?
@@JonatanRonnlycke His curiosity and taking things apart. Would like to hear more about this aspect of his life.
Well, I messed up, and to think it was just the other day that I had reinforced to my sixteen year old daughter, we cannot judge anyone unless we’ve been in their shoes. With the picture of him with the cigarette and the title mentioning gangs and heroin addicted, I didn’t have a very good first impression of this young man, not even close.
Come to find out, I enjoyed listening to him, and I really liked him. I had even been a bit disappointed that this conversation and interview didn’t last a bit longer. I could’ve listened to more, that’s for sure. Amazing how a few words can change your perception of someone else. I guess we need to shut up a bit more, open our eyes and listen, really listen. Who knows, we might actually learn something.
Thank you, Mark, for another solid interview.
This one was fascinating. He was so interested in conversation with you, Mark. I loved watching him thinking about what you said. He’s a good guy at his core. I’d love to see a follow up with him if you run into him again.
Ah this guy is SO sweet, and there's so much light in his eyes! This was a great interview. I really wish all the best for this dude.
This was such a great interview. This guy is polite and honest and he needs to write a book
"blew up like a mickey mouse hand" such an innocent way to describe a life-threatening abscess
Wow, this young beautiful man asked Mark more than anyone has ever asked. He asked about his spiritual life...
So amazing how he didn't deny his faith and understood what Mark was saying yet never did he deny his. Much Love ❤ for this man.
It cracks me up when a murderer apologizes for dropping the lid to his water bottle 🤣
He is such a likable person. I’ve watched every single one of your interviews and this was something special.
Looks like a chill dude that can make something out of himself. I know easier said than done but hope he does!
He Definitely is smart and has some deep thoughts.
This dude had it rough for sure but what a great heart. The excitement in his eyes, when he talks is contagious.
I know this young man from a shelter we were both in and I've always thought he was a very intelligent man, I've always wondered what happened to him! I'll be praying for him! Stay up Adrian and stay focused to do the right thing!
As soon as I saw the title heroin addicted gang member I thought, life must be hell for that person.
i thought of 'life in prison.
Mark made him think 💭 love it ... critical thinking is so important.
Adrian has such a “spark” in his eyes and is eager to live a better
life... he needs someone to guide him out .
@@elchicano187 I’m game !!!!
He’s a highly curious and observant dude if u listen to his story. He isn’t dumb at all. Hopefully he gets clean bc I truly believe he could make something amazing of himself seriously. All love from Maryland ❤️
Pretty lady 😍
I appreciate your honesty Adrian. You have a good heart. You've been handed a rough life. You are capable of great things. Youth counseling, outreach, prison outreach. You can do it. You deserve it. You could help many. Bless you. 💜💜💜
His eyes I mean his pupils look red in some of the shots. Like the actual color. I wish we could meet all of these kids when they were little and innocent. I wish we could protect them and keep them from harm. Life sucks :( but without it, we wouldn’t develop the character and the necessity to survive.
Adrian, stay strong, don’t lose that light in you man. Get clean, find a good woman and live a long healthy life. You deserve nothing less. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
“Try to the right thing….because the wrong thing don’t lead to nowhere right”
Love that😊
Most of the time, I watch these interviews and cringe because you never know what fresh piece of hell is gonna pop up in someones story. I can honestly say with Adrian, I never wanted the interview to end. He's got a light and humanity in his eyes that, Im sorry Mark, can only be there because of God. This is without a doubt my favorite interview. Adrian, if you read this someday, I'm praying for you, and when the dark times come like they always do, I'll remember what you said, "With or without you, that sun is gonna come up and shine"...peace be with you cuz.
Jesus Christ is fully, completely God. The Bible refers to Him as God manifest in the flesh. Jesus said, "I and my Father are one". Adrian is on the right track. He needs to repent toward God; admit he's a Hell-deserving sinner who can't save himself; believe in his heart, and confess with his mouth, that Jesus died, was buried, and rose again; and call on Him for the free gift of eternal salvation.
@@martinmummert5614 you exactly the reason why some folks are like no I don’t believe in god… he don’t need to do anything except what god puts in his heart… you with that commercialized gospel smh
When it says "gang banger" or "pimp" it is usually the least interesting interviews but Adrian is very interesting and self-aware. Hope he turns it around
Johnny's interviews are the best! Gang member.
I'm on Adrians team now!! I'm keeping him in my thoughts and prayers. Keep up with him, Mark.
I find it very intriguing watching these videos. I love how the black and white shows the roughness and stoic emotions of each individual. Until you actually start the video and it’s in color. It shows more of an intimate side and helps you understand what hides behind the black and white photo. Not knowing who these people are but able to feel them through the screen.
The more I watch these, the more I read the comments, the more I see the genuine desire of people to help and the more I am thinking that we should be using these ressources and this energy to start some type of a program or community adjusted living facility operation ´ order to help guys like this young man get back on their feet and perhaps go help others in turn, instead of just sending people with potential to get better back into a difficult situation. I am personally ready and able to help.
Meth at 9. Murder at 13. Dad at 15. Whew...
Marks voice makes him easy to talk to. Everyone seems so relaxed talking with him, like an old friend.
He would be a good therapist. ID tell him all my problems!
@@XXccvm It'd be easy to talk to because you know he'd listen and not judge.
@@XXccvm for sure, I wish I lived there so I could tell him about mine
@@lisaayres1442 u ok Lisa??
I love how he speaks - very engaging and also has an inquisitive nature about him. What pisses me off is listening to his story amongst many others who seem to be failed time and time again by “the system” whether it be justice, corrections, family services … even public healthcare (regarding mental health and drug rehabilitation). It all needs to change.
Love this guy good luck to you Adrian 💗
Just curious he sees half Mexican and half white.
Hey girl I love how you look. Hook it up with a # and how $
@@chunkk5426 I was going to ask you the same thing. Funny that!
I couldn't agree with you more!
Adrian todavia eres joven puedes hacer algo con tu vida. No pierdas la fe nunca.
Good luck Adrian, I hope you find your way in life. You are a good man.
I could def see him being a motivational speaker to the youth.. he’s still so young with a lot of life to live.. hope he gets to live life
A lot of really high quality interviews lately Mark. Well done
I SUPER enjoyed this interview!! Thank you so much Mark!!
Yes, me too.
I genuinely hope he gets better and better each day.. God Bless you Adrian!
@@Baja2424 if you shoot some heroin you will see God, go get one 😉
I loved this interview he is really interesting and likeable he has a lot of potential and I hope he can get his life together such a nice guy
I really love how thoughtful and engaged Adrian is here. I feel like if he had a positive mentor he would thrive. I hope and pray for him.
He’s very intuitive, polite, & you can tell he craves knowledge. He’s still young & I hope someone can guide/convince him to go get an education. He can do great things. I hope he gets the help he needs.
That's crazy... I also was introduced with gangs and drugs at the age of 9..... Its fucked up....
Prayers.
I really enjoy getting to know these people through these videos. ❤️
He seems like he has so much life left in him. I enjoy hearing him speak. I hope he gets well soon cuz I believe he has the ability to help others through his story
Deep down Adrian has a good heart ,, then "life" happened. I wish good things for you sweetie. Love n Higs from Alberta,Canada 🇨🇦.
Good hearted people don’t kill people!!
The fact that he got a second shot at life, makes me think he may be destined for something better. Sending him positive vibes and hope he gets help with this addiction.
So sad. Drugs are the biggest escape for troubled people in effed up situations and their biggest downfall.
Adrian please try to get help! You could be a model for high end magazines! You are so handsome, so smart, you just need a lift up and shown the right path! I wish you all the best and hope all works out for you! Love from Ireland 💕💕🇮🇪🇮🇪
I haven’t even finished this video yet and I am already saying, please bring this dude back.
Poor guy, I could not stop looking at the redness in his hands.
Oh damn only realised
What’s it from
His wide eyed look when mark gives him a new/deeper way to describe something makes me wonder where he would be if given a different path from the day he was born. Met a few of these guys while incarcerated where you can tell they deep down could be really great men but just never had the chance and never saw the light to become better because it just wasn’t the norm. I enjoyed this one
Implanting my seed in a girl means i got a girl pregnant. Haha this guy is the best.
10:19 😂🤣
after watching a hundred or more of these adrian was one of the most honest guys you have had. thanks for sharing adrian! you deserve a good life brother.
I feel like this guy could definately turn things around for himself
‘I wasn’t doing any hard drugs” “ I was doing anything I could get my hands on”
He reminds me of several drug addicts that I know. If he doesn’t stop soon, his mind is gonna be gone. Hope he cleans up before it’s too late.
Usually don't comment on these videos, but I liked this one a lot. Best of luck to you Adrian! You can correct your life and get on a good path!
Dr. Greenthumb sold me my first bag - that's classic.
Your curiosity to seek knowledge and understanding, you shouldn't have let that go.
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Hes was one of the most well spoken people interveiwed... he has a kind soul and was very smart. He knew exaclty how to articulate himself... I hope he gets his life together, he has so much to offer the world in just being himself.
I echo all these comments. Great interview Mark
Made me cry seeing his reaction amd sorry about the water bottle. Amazing interview thank you for sharing. I wish all good things for you in life ❤
Great Interview! All the best Adrian...
Adrian I hope one day you get to read this , you are so much more than what you are going thru now . I hope you leave the drugs and you find yourself . You have a lot more to offer this world than what u have now . You have so much life left in you that you deserve to live the rest of your life clean , sober and happy . I am rooting for you and I am sending you positive vibes , may the Universe and the stars align in your life . Stay safe 🙏🏻
Wow Adrian !!! I am impressed with your video ! You have soo much potential and such a politeness . What a waste on drugs .
This the best interview I have seen
While his story sounds extreme- it’s more common than people realize, but usually he would be dead before age 31 so therefore not able to tell their story. Gangbangin starts very young, their roll models are the older gang members because usually the parents are not around or also are on drugs or in jail. Then once this lifestyle begins it is a domino effect in their life and creates a cycle with the next generation. He had a kid as a teenager but immediately got locked up, so it’s possible his kid is in same cycle as him. Very rarely someone breaks free, I have lived around this and seen it and it’s so sad for the young kids cause they don’t stand a chance in life unfortunately.
You’re trippin if you believe a single word that comes out of his mouth. The guys talking out the side of his neck. Tryin to make his life sound more important and interesting than what it actually was
@@marcusgrimes726 Not sure what part you are referring to that sounds unbelievable. That he’s been in jail? That he has OD’d on Fentanyl? Happens every day in Los Angeles.
Love this interview. I like this kid. And you know …Mark, understands that everyone is beautiful. And shows them. And then we get to see it with his portraits. I used to be a makeup artist & my specialty was corrective makeup…cancer patients, disfigurement of all kinds. I would guide them through before & after reconstructive surgeries. EVERY PERSON that came to me, when seen totally stripped down & fragile were the most beautiful people I’ve ever seen. Because you saw their vulnerable soul. This is how I think Mark sees people. This kid could make it I think with the right mentor.
Hi mark, I thought of a question I hadn’t previously. I imagine it can happen in all sorts of ways that are organic, but in general does the portrait come before or after the interview? I think it would be curious to see how peoples’ body language changes before and after they talk.
Interesting question. He mentioned he does talk to them before the interview.
Interesting question.
what a portrait! So rugged/attractive, I cant help but wonder, as I do with all of these beautiful souls, what would they be like now given a different set of circumstances. Adrian is right, the streets are a war zone, "get, or get got." Most dont know the reality of inner cities, severe poverty, lack of any opportunities or outs, most enter into the illicit drug trade as an economic opportunity and lack of any other route. As he said, hes surrounded by homies who are his only role models. And their paid and have protection. He also said he has to numb himself from his traumas. And where do these guys end up...dead, in jail, or homeless and addicted on skid row....if they're lucky, right? So grateful Mark captures them for a moment in time, I fear for the fate of many. These videos are a gift. Adrian, I wish you the best.
He could def be a model, his eyes and skin tone, hair line and facial structure are magnificent.
I enjoyed this interview with Adrian because he came off real and like he had nothing to prove. He knows why his life is the way that it is. He started making bad decisions from a young age and it continued. He’s probably shocked he’s still alive. I believe in God and miracles and that anyone can change if that’s what they truly want for themselves.
even in the dark he still has light in his eyes
Please do a follow up on Adrian, I hope he’s doing well. I can see Adrian doing great things in life if he gets clean.
This man has a great gift for communication. I truly hope his challenges don't swamp him. Thank you for posting.
Ur a great interviewer. Would love to see more mobster interviews, other people too, just not addicts, pimp's, etc. Just a suggestion. Love ur channel.
Have you seen all the people he interviewed??? Hit his playlist above and you might be happily surprised
@@lisafrederick8870 I know. Been watching for while. Thx.
One of the most enlightening ones I’ve seen in a while. Being close to the same age and seeing how so many people “dodge the bullet” in life but this man did not and is still trying to find the light at the end of the tunnel is really humbling. Probably has done terrible things but I can see deep down he has a good spirit. Self destruction without a solid foundation to fall back on just creates a black hole but I hope he climbs his way out. Definitely need a follow up if he ever gets clean.
I like him and I wish him the best of luck. He only just touched on his childhood and I have a feeling it was extremely difficult 😞 he may not even realize it himself. My hope is he finds some peace in his life ❤️❤️