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Urban, Christian Hip Hop artist, Mr. Del is a veteran in the rap game. Former, 3:6! Mafia superstar seemingly had the lifestyle that any young rapper would fathom, but he! decided to trade in the street’s message for the work of the ministry. When asked what sparked the crossover to Christian music, Mr. Del told us, “I had a purpose that was greater than what I was doing, it began to really affect and infect my soul, to the point where my conscience started to bother me. I felt like there was a higher purpose, there was a higher thing that I was supposed to be doing and because of that, I believe it’s what led to the transformation and transition that I got on Easter Sunday 2000 when I came off tour.” ! ! Fallon Brewster sFallon Brewster is a writer, blogger and aspiring author. She is owner of Pen Perceptions LLC ™ and Call Me Mrs.™ blog. Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/mrdelmusic! The transition from the streets led to his desire to spread the message of hope in his earlier release, Hope Dealer. “Seven years ago was when the first Hope Dealer came out, and at that time it was a very exciting time in the music industry.” The pr ڙX