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Michael Monroe (a.k.a rap artist "KL" or "Killin' Lyrics")

Growing up with both of his parents as drug addicts, Michael has had a hard life since he was a child. When he was 12 years old, he and his brother had to fend for themselves, living on their own in a seedy motel, stealing food to survive. Michael ended up at Camp Miller for purse-snatching. He participated in the Create Now! Talent Show and won First Prize, along with his friend Keelan. Create Now! arranged for both young men to record their songs professionally. Michael calls himself "KL" or "Killin Lyrics."

Through Create Now!, he frequently performs in front of hundreds of youth in detention camps, and inspires them with his story and his ability to overcome the odds and challenges he faced. Michael shares his music and encourages them to stay out of trouble. He manages the Create Now! recording studio and mentors youth who want to further their music careers once they're released from the institutions by arranging for them to record their songs. He also prepares them to perform with him at detention facilities. Michael is now married with a beautiful daughter, Maya, and has a full-time job as the supervisor of security guards. Check out his website: www.killinlyrics.com.