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Part 3: Band$ From Tha Rose on Going to "Baby San Quentin" His First Time Getting Locked Up at 13
Part 1: Band$ From Tha Rose on Only Meeting Dad Twice Despite Staying Down the Street, Mom Homeless
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Band$ From Tha Rose discussed his tumultuous youth growing up in Santa Rosa, Northern California—a place marked by gang conflicts mainly between the Norteños and Sureños as he describes it. Despite a childhood surrounded by gang activity, Band$ declined to comment on his personal affiliations, maintaining a level of mystery about his own connections while hinting at the pervasive influence of gangs in the area. Growing up during the early 2000s, he recalls instances of large gatherings and violent clashes at local malls, painting a vivid picture of a tumultuous era. Band$ admits to a troubled school history, including expulsions. Reflecting on the challenging environment, he mourned the loss of friends to gun violence, car accidents, and other tragic circumstances, highlighting the impact of gang culture and violence in shaping his and others' lives in Santa Rosa.
