The Truly Remarkable Life Of Tupac Shakur | Our Life

Born to a Black Panther mother, Tupac Shakur's childhood was steeped in revolution and social injustice. Scarred by poverty and intimidation by the FBI, Tupac found an escape in acting and a love of Shakespeare. The coupling of words and rhythm with a burning message saw rap inevitably become his platform. But his belief in the need to live the life of those he represented saw him trapped in his role as a gangsta. It was a role that he played so well he was eventually killed in a drive-by shooting in 1996. This episode features exclusive interviews with close friends, including his former theatre guru Donald Hicken.

This film was first broadcast: 2017

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[tams.]

I love Tupac. He lived his life boldly and spoke truth. I have the deepest respect for him.

[reapersfv]

“How long will they mourn me” Forever Pac you will never be forgotten. Always will be the GOAT. Rest in Paradise King.

[Niecey]

I will forever love Tupac, it’s just sad he couldn’t escape the industry. He spoke too much truth for them to let him live. His song, Shed So Many Tears tells you what it was like for him.
Michael Jackson said it best, “You can’t win, you can’t break even, you can’t even get out of the game.” And we all saw what happened to him shortly after he announced that he was leaving Sony owning half of the company.

[Mannymode]

Every time I listen to Tupac, it’s as if he’s speaking to me. Narrating not only his life, but also bringing up important societal issues such as racism, poverty, and violence. Yes, he was an entertainer and one of the most influential rappers who ever lived. But don’t forget, his voice was a gift and powerful weapon the world has ever witnessed. That says a lot about him being an artist

[marantzo]

As a huge fan of 2Pac back in Nigeria in the 90's, I know will continue to watch documentaries of him for the rest of my life. That's how much I was impacted by him. Rest in peace big homie

[bearxbunny]

He was a beautiful loyal person that will be talked about and missed for as long as mankind exists on this planet

[jaimz]

Much respect to Tupac teacher, that was the best advice ever " you're worth as much to them dead as you are alive", but dead you're less trouble.

[SpartanModeYT]

So many things happened in his life that no documentary can show us 100%. In one of his songs he said. "My uncle used to touch me, I never told you that. Scared what you might do. I couldn't hold you back." Nobody really knew Tupac he was an angel behind all that acting

[Dobviews]

Tupac lives on through the music he left behind. One of the best artists I loved in my late teens. RIP man, you are sorely missed.

[mrwacks]

"There are no ways that can express how I feel, never kept a secrete always stay real"

[jhaezocibac]

Gone too soon but never ever be forgotten ... Tupac's impact and memories will remain... Bless his soul continue to rest in peace...

[desireeyoung]

Love him so much. I lost my only son at the age of 27 to gun violence. No justice in Belize. I cry and cry. Human being in general is son wicked. When Jehovah will bring an end to all this in justice in this world. I miss him so much. This change my life forever drastically. Our country Belize need help urgently

[aderemiprosper]

There are no words to describe his personality. Rest on OG 👊

[scatterlingofafrica]

Tupac is to Hip Hop what Mozart was to Classical. A genius artist. His death was a real lost.

[gilbertbrown]

Still my favorite rapper. G.O.A.T Tupac Amaru Shakur

[playerprajwolkc]

Real legend and the greatest OG rapper alive until the end of time
Real G r..i.p PAC I love u my brother ❤️

[hiramguerra]

He died on my birthday. You will always be loved Tupac. Miss you brother!!

[josephaugusto]

HE IS THE RAP IN FLESH, WE LOVE HIM FOREVER, FROM ANGOLA-AFRICA

[rickylal]

will forever remain the GREATEST off ALL TIME. R.I.P

[sinaetedali]

Tupac was the perfect example of having a balance between a hard and ruthless side & a soft and emotional side, how a real man supposed to be and the energy of Pac's voice is crazy, so much personality. No one's matched him since, and his writing style is pure poetry, it's crazy.