{"product_id":"purpose-paperback","title":"Purpose - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWyclef Jean\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAnthony Bozza\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePurpose\u003c\/em\u003e is Wyclef Jean's powerful story of a life rooted in struggle, soul-searching, art, and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn his own voice the multi-platinum musician and producer shares everything, from his childhood in Haiti to his rise to the top of the American music scene. For the first time ever, Wyclef reveals the behind-the-scenes story of the Fugees, including his partnership with Lauryn Hill and Pras Michel, the details of their award-winning album \u003cem\u003eThe Score\u003c\/em\u003e, and the solo career that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of early Wyclef efforts like \u003cem\u003eThe Carnival\u003c\/em\u003e or later albums like \u003cem\u003eFrom the Hut, To the Projects, To the Mansion\u003c\/em\u003e--and for fans of books like Jay-Z's \u003cem\u003eDecoded \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eRussell Simmons\u003c\/em\u003e' \u003cem\u003eSuper Rich\u003c\/em\u003e--Wyclef's \u003cem\u003ePurpose\u003c\/em\u003e is an inspiring, one-of-a-kind look at one of the world's most talented artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMultiplatinum musician, producer, and actor Wyclef Jean's revelation-filled memoir recounts his path to fame...from his impoverished childhood in Haiti to the bright lights of the world stage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSon of a pastor and grandson of a Vodou priest, Wyclef Jean was nine years old when his family left the Haiti slums for New York. He lived first in Brooklyn's projects and then Newark, where his father converted a burnt-out funeral home into a house for his family and a church for his congregation. Struggling to fit in, Wyclef made his way by competing in \"freestyle\" rap battles at school, while singing in his father's choir and learning multiple instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin a few years, Wyclef catapulted to international renown with the Fugees. Here he details for the first time the inside story of the group's rise and fall and his tumultuous relationships with Pras and Lauryn Hill. Wyclef also looks back at his efforts to help rebuild his homeland after the catastrophic earthquake in 2010, and his exploratory bid for president of Haiti. Full of drama and humor, \u003cem\u003ePurpose\u003c\/em\u003e is the inspiring, incredible story of a revered musical icon.\u003c\/p\u003e----Publishers Weekly\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMultiplatinum musician, producer, and actor Wyclef Jean's revelation-filled memoir recounts his path to fame...from his impoverished childhood in Haiti to the bright lights of the world stage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSon of a pastor and grandson of a Vodou priest, Wyclef Jean was nine years old when his family left the Haiti slums for New York. He lived first in Brooklyn's projects and then Newark, where his father converted a burnt-out funeral home into a house for his family and a church for his congregation. Struggling to fit in, Wyclef made his way by competing in \"freestyle\" rap battles at school, while singing in his father's choir and learning multiple instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin a few years, Wyclef catapulted to international renown with the Fugees. Here he details for the first time the inside story of the group's rise and fall and his tumultuous relationships with Pras and Lauryn Hill. Wyclef also looks back at his efforts to help rebuild his homeland after the catastrophic earthquake in 2010, and his exploratory bid for president of Haiti. Full of drama and humor, \u003cem\u003ePurpose\u003c\/em\u003e is the inspiring, incredible story of a revered musical icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.74 x 8.58 x 5.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 01, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42724755013695,"sku":"9780061966873","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/8988d0658e0ed0d946149221eb821c81.webp?v=1765103807","url":"https:\/\/dhl-adrianne.myshopify.com\/products\/purpose-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}