In a powerful and emotional episode of his YouTube series “Let’s Say We Jump,” commentator O’Shea Duke Jackson delves into a complex issue facing the Black community: the lack of support for young Black men.

Jackson opens the discussion by acknowledging his own experience growing up in a single-parent household. His father’s absence forced him to take on a role traditionally reserved for adult men, a situation many Black men can relate to.

He then shifts the focus to Lil Wayne, who recently received the Global Impact Award. Jackson avoids speculating on Lil Wayne’s current drug use, but highlights a clip from Lil Wayne’s past where he discusses his mother pressuring him to have a child at the age of 14.

This revelation sparks Jackson’s central argument: Black men are often used as “stool pigeons” by their mothers to fulfill personal needs. He emphasizes that while there’s no doubt about a mother’s love, many Black men have been saddled with the responsibility of caring for their families at a young age, often hindering their own growth.

Jackson criticizes the tendency to blame Black men for their struggles without considering the lack of positive male role models in their lives. He argues that the inability to form healthy relationships with fathers leads to difficulties forming healthy relationships with romantic partners later in life. This, in turn, contributes to societal problems within Black communities.

Jackson highlights the hypocrisy in how Black women are often praised for their strength while Black men are criticized for their shortcomings. He suggests that the root cause of these shortcomings lies in the lack of proper development opportunities for young Black men.

The discussion gets heated as Jackson accuses society, particularly the Black community itself, of neglecting its young men. He argues that instead of criticizing and ostracizing Black men who struggle, there needs to be a shift towards offering support and guidance.

Jackson concludes the episode with a call to action. He urges the Black community to acknowledge the lack of support for its young men and work towards providing them with the resources and mentorship needed to thrive.

Jackson’s commentary sparks a crucial conversation about the complex issues facing Black families and communities. His call to action raises questions about how to effectively support young Black men through mentorship programs, community initiatives, and a broader societal shift in attitudes.

This episode is likely to resonate with many viewers, prompting discussions about personal experiences and potential solutions. It also opens the door for further exploration of the interconnectedness of family dynamics, socioeconomic factors, and cultural expectations within the Black community.