2Five from Hawthorne, California is an old school hip-hop artist. As a youth in gang ridden Los Angeles, his choices were limited as far as activities. 2Five decided to flow with the stream of illegal activities and destructive behavior. Always musically inclined, he would routinely enjoy the music of the streets and create from that foundation.

Street dealer

2Five became a successful street dealer of illegal commodities and an expert salesman of controlled goods. The life of a street hustler appeared to be a dead end and it caused him to relocate out of what he was used to. He began to go legitimate in his professional dealings and enjoyed long term success in the world of finance.

Job

Without a High School Diploma, 2Five managed to secure a good job, a nice home and begin a family. Past behaviors crept in and brought his world to a screeching halt. In desperation, he reached back to what he knew best, illegal activities. This led to further demise in his life.

Reached out

At the bottom, 2Five reached out to God and found that there was a peace that was long lasting available to him. With his lyrical ability and new found faith, 2Five turned the tables on his own life and began to express the saving Grace that had entered his life.

Streets

He is a product of the streets, yet no longer a victim of the streets. He hopes to empower the youth that remain in the streets with the knowledge to turn their own lives around.

Label

In February 2007 it became known that 2Five is the President of the musiclabel "Most High Music Group". Besides hip hop the label would like to venture into reggaeton and rock music.

Albums

The MC released his debut album "Only God Can" in 2003. His sophomore recording "Victory" came out in 2004. 2Five is currently working on his third album for 2008, there is no title yet for this record. A mixtape "Talk Iz Cheap : So I Plead Tha 5th" is set to be released in 2007.

Another mixtape "The Crossover" was recorded in late 2005-2006. The MC still has plans on releasing this album.

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