Family, let’s deal with truth. In our melanin culture, when the woman stands by herself, when there’s no husband, no man, no partner holding her up—that’s not empowerment. That’s disaster. That’s collapse.

The so-called “independent woman” myth is not freedom—it’s a setup. And the numbers show it.

Right now, among all groups in the U.S., melanin women have the **lowest marriage rates**. Only about one in four are married today, while almost half of White and Asian women are. Nearly **half of melanin women over 25 have never been married**, compared to less than a quarter of White women. At the same time, **70% of our children are born into single-parent households**.

That’s not empowerment. That’s state-engineered instability.

And the consequences are hitting our children the hardest. Sons and daughters raised without fathers are **2–3 times more likely** to drop out of school, and our boys are far more likely to end up incarcerated. Without a father’s guidance, the police become the disciplinarian. Law enforcement steps into the role of “father,” and too often the executioner. That’s why we bury sons at 18 instead of seeing them graduate at 22.

Will Power Entertainment: The Pillar of Artist Development in the Music Industry

Greetings, music enthusiasts and aspiring artists! I’m Fitz Martin, the proud founder and CEO of Will Power Entertainment, one of the few remaining entertainment companies that prioritize artist development in today’s music industry. Today, I want to give a special shoutout to some incredible talents: Ricky Rikkardo & Jim Jones with the song Mona Lisa!

Having spent over 20 years running a hip-hop and reggae-based recording studio in Brooklyn, New York, I’ve accumulated a wealth of experience and wisdom that I’m eager to share with you. Here are a couple of crucial gems from my journey:

**1. Always Collect Your Money Upfront When Renting Studio Time**

One of the first and most important lessons I’ve learned is to always collect payment upfront when renting out studio time. Many artists are passionate and eager to experience the recording process, but not all are prepared to handle the financial aspect professionally. If an artist turns out to be unsatisfied or lacks the funds after the session, it can be challenging to get paid. Ensure you secure your payment before the session begins to avoid any financial complications later.