What does it truly mean to be a father in today's world? Oakland artist J-Walt joins Sway in the Morning to discuss his powerful new spoken word project, How Love Grows, and the deep complexities of black fatherhood. This conversation dives into the heart of what it means to lead with love, from raising non-biological children to breaking generational cycles. In this episode, J-Walt opens up about his artistic evolution from a 14-year-old rapper to a Grammy-considered poet. He explains why he chose spoken word as the medium for his latest album and how the birth of his daughter, Amira Ray, changed his perspective on life and creativity. The discussion takes a moving turn as J-Walt shares the story of Messiah, the son he has raised since the boy was just two months old, sparking a massive response from callers sharing their own journeys of step-parenthood and the nuances of biological versus chosen family. We also hear a special surprise call from J-Walt's mother, Dr. Alex, who reflec...