The Trap Music Museum in Atlanta is set to host "In Spirit of Service," an event happening on December 20, with the collaboration of Jimmy Winfrey (Pee Wee Roscoe) and Jeffery Lamar Williams (Young Thug) through their friends and supporters.
This special event, also sponsored by The Winfrey Foundation, marks the culmination of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop. It's designed to be a harmonious blend of community service and the rich tapestry of cultural expression inherent in hip-hop. Attendees will experience a meaningful toy distribution for local children, bringing joy and hope to the community, alongside a prayer service imbued with spiritual depth, led by Pastor Horatious Harris of Nexus Church.
In a significant nod to the roots of the genre, Trap Music Museum founder T.I. will be in attendance, alongside fellow hip-hop heavyweight Lil Baby. Their presence underscores the deep connections within the hip-hop community and its commitment to giving back and uplifting others.
Adding a layer of political significance to the event, US Senator Raphael Warnock and US Representative Hank Johnson are also scheduled to attend. Their support for the Restoring Artistic Protection Act (RAP Act) aligns closely with the ethos of the event. The RAP Act is a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding artists from the misuse of their lyrics in criminal and civil legal proceedings, a cause deeply resonant within the artistic community.
Jimmy Winfrey himself has expressed profound gratitude and determination in a statement: “I thank God for my family, friends, and supportive community. I am committed to continuing the fight for what is right, actively raising awareness about injustice, working towards ending violence, and staunchly defending the free speech rights of all artists. My heartfelt thanks go to my friends and the wider community for walking with me on this path of righteousness. I love you all.”