Don Kilam
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Born | Jeffery Wayne McBride Jr. September 16, 1987 Quincy, Illinois |
Nationality | Chotaw -Moroccan |
Citizenship | United States of America |
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Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
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Website | donkilam |
Don Kilam (born September 16, 1987) is an American rapper, music artist, producer, entrepreneur, author, and speaker. He is best known as the best-selling author of over 60 titles on Amazon.
Kilam has gained recognition for his musical releases from industry peers and garnered attention from the media for it. He uses his music and experiences to motivate people in overcoming life’s obstacles and achieving prosperity. Kilam has gained an ever-growing following on Instagram and YouTube with over 48.6K followers and 12.2K subscribers respectively.[1]
Early life
Don Kilam was born on September 16, 1987, in Quincy, Illinois as Jeffery Wayne McBride Jr. Don. Kilam had a struggling childhood. He has 3 siblings and he is the middle of the four.
Growing up, Kilam faced several obstacles including homelessness and serving 7 years of federal prison time with respect to counterfeiting money at the age of 17. His peers often bullied him at school for his appearance and family circumstances. He grew up watching his parents fight and abuse each other along with alcoholism. Kilam began writing poems at the age of 12, as a way to deal with his aunt’s demise. He began writing about the things he faced at home, saw in the neighbourhood, and his life. Soon people started listening to what he wrote and he gained popularity. At 17, while serving his time in prison, Kilam decided to take studies more seriously and learned about law and government rules, and spiritual aspects.[2]
Career
Don Kilam recorded his first official song in 2019, “Dreams Obey Narrators”, which received 25,000 views on YouTube within the first week of release. In mid 2022, Kilam signed a label record deal with Ima Kill It Music Group through a joint venture with Fresco Kane & Good Year Records. At the end of 2022, Kilam released a jazzy beat and down south flow music with his single “We Made It” with a selfie music video.[3] By 2023, he plans to release an album and movies and states Drake’s Lyrics when asked about his new projects “Don’t push me when I’m in album mode.” Kilam is also the founder of multiple online businesses along with several successful collaborations within the music industry as an artist and producer.[4]
Kilam has also emerged as a Nationwide speaker and influencer. He has traveled to more than 40 states, delivering speeches, improving their lives by teaching them that prosperity is their birthright, and laying down the foundation through financial education and self-awareness.[5] He is the best-selling author of over 60 titles, most notable ones including “Trusting Yourself”, “A Million Dollars Worth Of Game”, and “Word Is Bond”.[6]
Discography
- Dreams Obey Narrators (2019)
- The Kure (2019)
- Swag (2020)
- Born & Bred (2021)
- Set Me Free (2021)
- We Made It (2022)
Bibliography
Some of the notable bestsellers authored by Don Kilam include:
- Kilam, Don (October 11, 2021). Bills of Credit (Acquiring Luxury Cars With No Money Down). ISBN 979-8494197559. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 17, 2021). Nationality Is The Order: Study Guide For Nationality Travels. ISBN 979-8768694791. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (September 9, 2022). Credit Report: TRUSTEE TRAINING: LEINS, UCC-1, TRADELINES AND MANY OTHER CREDIT REPORTING HACKS. ISBN 979-8351869797. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 10, 2021). Who Really Owns The United States Inc. National Debt?. ISBN 979-8493532009. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (February 22, 2021). Million Dollars Worth Of Game. ISBN 979-8493448034. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 1, 2021). Laying The Path: Importance of why every household should establish a ministry trust. ISBN 979-8493503856. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 24, 2021). WHFIT HAND BOOK & UCC-1 TRADELINE PROCESS. ISBN 979-8773221555. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 29, 2021). QUICK GUIDE TO REDEEM EMPLOYEE WITHHOLDING'S & GARNISHMENTS. ISBN 979-8755847056. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 18, 2021). Open House: Your Guide To Living Rent Free. ISBN 979-8769817342. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 13, 2022). Liquidate The Estate. ISBN 979-8846421233.
- Kilam, Don (August 1, 2021). Treasury Direct Investing: Private Banking & Securities For Secured Parties. ISBN 979-8493615610. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (July 4, 2021). Secured Party Credit & Commercial Bonds: The Commercial Court Process. ISBN 979-8493516511. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 18, 2021). Updating Your Nationality Status: Jus Soli - Jus Sanguinis Passport. ISBN 979-8769491184. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (January 15, 2022). Trusting Yourself: Creating A Legacy. ISBN 979-8402943865. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (March 31, 2022). Can't Touch This: Diplomatic Immunity As A Foreign National. ISBN 979-8443856605. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (April 24, 2022). Access Granted (Everyone's Approved). ISBN 979-8809515399. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 11, 2021). Don Kilam's Ultimate Debt Dispute Processes. ISBN 979-8494163721. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (September 26, 2022). Research Studies of Cesti Que Trust, Cannon Law & Witch Craft. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 14, 2021). Due Process: Child Support Tanf Grants & How To Win In Court. ISBN 979-8496460859. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 14, 2021). Due Process: Child Support Tanf Grants & How To Win In Court. ISBN 979-8496460859. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 30, 2020). Don KIlam's Do It Yourself Credit Guide. ISBN 979-8494150806. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 8, 2021). WORD IS BOND: Secrets of Bond & Being Released With A Signature. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 23, 2021). IN GOD WE TRUST BENEFICIARY #IGWT: TRUSTEE TRAINING 101. ISBN 979-8494770127. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 19, 2022). Federal Security Clearance 2023. ISBN 979-8847421232. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 10, 2021). Silver as Surety: The Silver Trust Redemption. ISBN 979-8763671605. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 15, 2022). Building Better Businesses: Quick Guide To Successfully Build Business Credit. ISBN 979-8846582576. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (December 31, 2021). Reducing The Public Debt: Treasury Direct Investing Package & Guide. ISBN 979-8793900935. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (November 15, 2021). Laying The Path Volume 2: Updating Your Status As A Private Foundation. ISBN 979-8767500901. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (August 17, 2022). The Bonding Process & Commercial Liens For The Trustee. ISBN 979-8847050876. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (April 19, 2021). Luxury Cars For Your Home Business. ISBN 979-8494183415. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 24, 2021). For The Record: Winning The Traffic Court Game. ISBN 979-8753288530. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 18, 2021). FREE CHAUNCY G: A STEP BY STEP CASE REBUTTALFOR CHAUCY'S FREEDOM. ISBN 979-8752699511. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (March 22, 2022). FROM IG TO A MONEY TREE: YOUR GUIDE TO A 6 FIGURE PASSIVE INCOME. ISBN 979-8437476734. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (March 30, 2022). Fiduciary Duties. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (January 27, 2022). 77 CONFIDENTIAL AFFIRMATIONS VS VS SELF DIS-ENTITLEMENT: UNSEALED ONLY FOR A POWER PIECE. ISBN 979-8409083892. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- Kilam, Don (October 10, 2021). WHFIT PACKAGE: Quick Study Guide For Business Owners. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
Personal life
Don Kilam takes a keen interest in music and writing in particular.[7] He has been using his writing and compositions as one of the mediums to connect with larger audiences and teach them about prosperity through self-awareness and financial education. His life journey is often termed “From Federal Prison to Successful Entrepreneur” and “A True American Dream”.[8]
Gallery
In the media
References
- ↑ Jobs, Terence (30 September 2022). "Best Selling Author & Rapper Don Killam From St. Louis Returns Home To Provide Hope For Struggling Artist". ABOUT INSIDER. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "Meet Don Kilam aka Don Killam the St. Louis Hip Hop Rapper Best Selling Author & Credit Guru Who Keeps It Too Real". 24Hip-Hop. 28 September 2022. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "Meet Don Kilam or Don Killam- The St. Louis Hip Hop Rapper, Best Selling Author & Credit Guru, who keeps it too real". 19 January 2022. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "St. Louis Rapper Don Killam Knows Exactly What It's Like To Be Hated". Home of Hip Hop Videos & Rap Music, News, Video, Mixtapes & more. 28 September 2022. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "From Federal Prison To Successful Entrepreneur- Best Selling Author Don Kilam Is Now Taking Aim At The Rap Game". TIME BUSINESS NEWS. 29 September 2022. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "Amazon.com". www.amazon.com. 29 September 2022. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ "Exclusive: The Don Kilam Speaks On His Family Turning Him Into The Feds, Starting Credit Consultation Business". Dirty Glove Bastard. 30 June 2021. Retrieved 4 October 2022.
- ↑ kilam, thedonkilam (19 January 2022). "We Made It (feat. Fresco Kane)". Retrieved 4 October 2022.