This 'throwback' photo of M.anifest should cushion you to success

Many people give up their hopes and dreams when tribulations come their way. But the secret to a fulfilling life is the strength to endure the pain.

Rapper M.anifest shared a throwback picture of himself on Instagram to show how far he has come in life chasing his dreams of being a rapper and an academic.

The picture tells great stories and reflects how great men became what they are through perseverance.

#WayBackWednesday... @blitzambassador and I. Two madina boys. #beforewehadhairOnOurFaces #beforeOurBarsTookUsPlaces. Go check out our collaboration #IfDemNoKnow on his album diasporadical ???? #fadedPhotos

A post shared by M.anifest (@manifestive) on Aug 30, 2017 at 8:43am PDT