Unspoken: Toxic Masculinity and How I Faced the Man Within the Man

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Men are bold. Men are brave. Men are strong in the face of fear. But what happens when that strength crumbles Growing up on a council estate in East London, rapper Guvna B thought he knew everything he needed to know about what it means to be a man. But when a personal tragedy sent him reeling, he knew he had to face these assumptions head on if he was going to be able to overcome his grief. In this intimate, honest and unflinching memoir, Guvna B draws on his personal experiences to explore how toxic masculinity affects young men today. Exploring ideas of male identity, UNSPOKEN is an inspirational account of Guvna's journey.

Guvna B is a multi-award winning, record-breaking Urban rap artist from London. With the courage and integrity to resist the stereotypical trends of urban music, Guvna has carved a unique place for himself in the music world. He became the first rapper in UK history to top the Official Christian & Gospel Albums chart with his breakthrough album Secret World and his latest album, Hands are Made for Working, debuted at number 2 on the UK Hip Hop/Rap Albums Charts. Guvna's artistic endeavors draw on his personal experiences of life in London, bringing together themes of faith, masculinity and identity. Guvna's music addresses real issues while refusing to conform to the negative stereotypes of rap music. He aims to inspire his audience and share the insights he's gained through his faith. Since he won the prestigious MOBO Award at just 20 years old, Guvna's journey has been one of breathless success and cutting-edge creativity. In a world plagued by negativity, Guvna B is a beacon of hope. No matter the medium, his work demonstrates the hope and inspiration faith can bring.