Jamal Bonner

When I first asked him who he was he said "Jamal". Then I asked what's his background, he went on to tell me how he was an only child for three years then his little sister was born and ruined his life. So that's Jamal for you.

Jamal has a nice collection of things under his belt. He writes poetry, has written a book, is currently working on a mix tape and many other things.


He describes his past as somewhat chaotic; moving several times, going to many different schools, not really having stability until he was 15.

He's been into cooking since he was 16, poetry since he was 17 but actively when he was 20. Music is very recent as well as his book.He says his favorite types foods to eat are Asian, Thai and Greek - while his favorite foods to cook are mostly combined tastes that include rice and pastas.

When asked what he writes about, Jamal said he writes about everything ranging from life in general, growing up in the hood, and white supremacy. His book, titled Rose Petals on a Broken Ashtray, is a collection of his poetry.

Jamal's taste in music is very versatile. he listen's to music that ranges from the Beatles to A Tribe Called Quest to Kendrick Lamar. But rarely will you find him listening to something recent in the hip hop genre, for he's not a big fan of whats been coming out.

Jamal's main goal is to kick his feet up on his island; which he plans to buy.

He says his inspiration is life and progression. "Once you sit still you start 'effing' up." he said referring to life. But I asked him what makes him stand out and said "Nothing". But honestly that's what makes him stand out.

Jamal's style is very much his own. He told me he wasn't going to tell me all the places where he shops because he doesn't want people dressing like him. But he shared Zara, Topman and overseas retailers as a few of his go to places.

And speaking of places, Jamal's favorite place to visit is New York and wants to visit Tibet.

The three words he uses to describe himself are spectacularly-awesomely-nonchalant, driven, and carefree.

Something he lives by is to never give up.

One thing people wouldn't guess about Jamal is that he cooks and is very good at it.

Favorite Quote: "I think therefore I am." - Unkown

You can follow Jamal as well as read his poetry on Tumblr .