Be$afe: The Illusion of Freedom

Be$afe: The Illusion of Freedom is a poetic manifesto for the misunderstood, the incarcerated, the betrayed, and the reborn. In this searing collection, Coolgmack blends street wisdom, spiritual insight, and lyrical fire to expose the hidden costs of survival in Amerikkka. From prison cells to prayer closets, from fake friends to divine revelations, each chapter is a journey through pain, protest, and personal transformation. This isn't just poetry—it's testimony. A rhythm-soaked reckoning with systems that exploit, relationships that manipulate, and a society that sells safety as submission. With verses that cut deep and reflections that uplift, Coolgmack reclaims his voice, his peace, and his purpose. Whether confronting betrayal, rebuilding identity, or speaking directly to God, Be$afe is a blueprint for liberation—mental, emotional, and spiritual. Through six chapters, author Coolgmack confronts the illusion of safety and support that often masks control and conditional generosity. He explores themes of betrayal by "frenemies" and the constant vigilance required for self-preservation, arguing that independence is the only real wealth. From the pain and isolation of being "behind bars" to the struggle of "The Square Life" and the journey of "The Rebuild", this work serves as both a confession and a manifesto. It is proof that freedom starts in the mind, faith starts in the heart, and change starts with the pen.