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Rising rapper Band$ from tha Rose, hailing from Santa Rosa, California, opened up about his turbulent upbringing, marked by sporadic encounters with his father and periods of homelessness with his mother and siblings. Band$, whose heritage includes Costa Rican, Greek, Native American, and Irish roots, shared that he only met his father twice, despite his father living mere streets away. Raised primarily by his mother, who struggled to support three children alone, Band$ revealed how their situation often led them to seek refuge at his grandfather's house. His grandfather emerged as a significant father figure, offering stability and instilling in Band$ a strong work ethic. Band$ highlighted the challenges his mother faced, emphasizing the compounded difficulties of raising kids amidst a partner’s substance abuse issues. Despite the hardships, Band$ considered himself lucky, owing to the support system provided by his grandfather, which helped the family navigate through tumultuous times.
