Travis Scott has actually vowed to restore the cherished Flexibility Skatepark in Accra, Ghana, initially developed by the late Virgil Abloh before his passing in November 2021. The treasured skatepark, a testimony to Abloh’s tradition, is presently at danger of closure, triggering the Houston rap artist to take proactive actions in protecting this cultural area.
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Conserve Freedom Skatepark
On Jan. 5, Wole Olosunde required to Instagram to spread out awareness to conserve Flexibility Skatepark in Accra, Ghana. It was opened by Virgil Abloh soon before his death in November 2021 and is now dealing with closure.
The New York-based designer showcased a cement wall, and sand put inside the park to avoid skaters from getting in:
“The Irony of Freedom. Got to check out FREEDOM, the skate park Virgil Abloh constructed in Accra, Ghana. Among his last tasks before he passed. I left sad and baffled,” Olosunde composed.
He continued:
“Cause why tf is nobody speaking about or defending this? Another owner has actually appeared, stormed the park & & developed a cement wall then put sand through the park to keep all skaters out.”
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Travis Scott Chimes In
Olosunde’s post captured The PARADISE artist’s attention, triggering him to comment:
“MANNN WHATT WHAT WE DOINNNNNGGGGGGGG LET ME KNOW WHAT WE GOT TA DO TO GET MY BROTHER PARK BACK GOING PLEASSSSSEEEEEEE.” Olosunde responded to Scott bhy commenting “ITS TIME.”
Users in the remark area responded to Scott wishing to bring back the skatepark. One user called @__jesse. vi commented, “trav concerning (Ghana) validated haha … i been constantly understood trav is a pure human.” Another user called @cimeryy commented doing gods work, absolutely nothing however regard.”
The Liberty Skatepark Was not simply a skateboarding location however likewise a lively neighborhood. Together with the skatepark, a recreation center offered totally free Wi-Fi, masterclasses, and studio time for taping to the regional kids.
It was an area where imagination thrived and dreams were supported. This included significance makes Scott’s efforts to conserve the skatepark a lot more important.
A Day In Ghana’
Surprisingly, fellow rap star Kendrick Lamar had actually formerly recorded his check out to Freedom Skatepark in his Spotify mini-documentary A Day in GhanaThe documentary clarified the lively skateboarding culture at the park and highlighted its value as a safe area for the regional youth.
While Scott’s decision is good, there have actually been no main strategies revealed concerning the resuming of the skatepark.
In other Travis Scott news, he launched his movie Circus Maximus in August 2023. The movie is a visual accompaniment to his newest album, PARADISEThe movie has Scott doing live efficiencies of the album’s tunes such as “HYAENA,” “SIRENS,” “DELESTO,” and others.
Skate For Tyre
Travis Scott’s dedication to bring back Virgil Abloh’s skatepark in Africa echoes the efforts of Memphis rap artist NLE ChoppaIn an unassociated however similarly substantial occasion, NLE Choppa arranged a tranquil demonstration at a skatepark to honor the memory of Tyre Nichols, a victim of authorities cruelty.