08/8/08 just got even better. kickoff the Olympic games with a pair of COCA sneakers at one of these Chicago stores.
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Thanks C.O.C.A! You have once again proven yourself to be an innovator in up to date urban fashion.
However, as a pedestrian I feel the need to focus less on the superficial and more on the existential. Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
After all, clothes are just clothes, and we all want to be fresh and stylish, but what does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level? How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth? I will be following you to see what messages you deliver to us. Because we are all the uneducated masses.
Thanks C.O.C.A! You have once again proven yourself to be an innovator in up to date urban fashion.
However, as a pedestrian I feel the need to focus less on the superficial and more on the existential. Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
After all, clothes are just clothes, and we all want to be fresh and stylish, but what does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level? How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth? I will be following you to see what messages you deliver to us. Because we are all the uneducated masses.
Thank you, for visiting our Blog “THE FIVE PERCENT NATION”, and we hope continue to show your support. To answer your questions:
Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
Your perceptions of people should be basis on your day of day interaction with people not what is on the web or in entertainment. I can do my best to preach the righteous Gospel, but ultimately the choice is left to the audience.
What does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level?
My reply to this is simply: “Know thyself”-Marcus Garvey. Read it.
How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth?
This issue is bigger than my Blog. It is not my aim to stand apart, or aspire to entertain through rap and sport and fail to educate the youth. Education is one biggest issue facing our nation as it stands, so when I have kids, I will make sure I provide them with the best education I can give them. This in turn helps the community to become a better place. I also recommend you do the same with your kids and tell your friends to do the same. At the end of the day if I do my job as parent than I can look myself in the mirror and be proud. It’s easy to point the finger, but let’s try to point the thumb from time to time and hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
Peace, your visit and comments is always welcomed.
There is not a right or wrong way to establish a core or civility and direction in the community/culture of the masses. I believe everything starts with individuality. I see C.O.C.A for the lifestyle it conveys, but how is C.O.C.A actually showing "others", and the youth first, what this means?
I see both stand points and understand both answers respectively. I guess what FIVE PERCENT NATION wants to know is, what’s being done by C.O.C.A outside of the "individuality" and "accountability for ones self" for the community. With all respect due, I appreciate a blog like this with so much potential and diversity over any other blogs I have encountered.
On another note, I see your hard work and diligence is paying off brother, stay on top of yourself and your endeavors, and the dream that we call Fi-H.Y.P will be more than a lifestyle, it will be a legacy. Inward Progression… Outward Modesty… Upward Praise
C.O.C.A = COAT OF CHICAGO ARMS (Noun or Verb) The origin of the “slang terminology” turned out as a high form of compliment during the original '80’s Baby' era to describe someone’s sense of style or profound taste in music, whips, cribs, a guy/chick or an event … now that’s C.O.C.A!
WE BELONG TO …
Coat Of Chicago Arms belongs to an echelon group of preciseness. This group: Strives for Unity, which provides Strength, seek New Beginnings within self and other beings, Make continuous progress and choose to be Educated. They believe and act upon taking a stand for the betterment of the Community and most importantly they’re Stylish without question or as The Chairman of the Board chooses to say … ALWAYS KEEP YOUR STYLE C.O.C.A.!
C.O.C.A STANDS ON …
I. Unity/Strength: Unity provides strength, and without it we're doomed to fail. II. New Beginnings: We should never be stagnant. We must strive for ‘New Beginnings’ to take us towards new heights. III. Make Progress: It’s said that “Without struggle there is no progress.” We all have our fair share of struggles in life; however, we must not quit or lose sight of our goals. We must continue to make progress. IV. Education: Acquiring Knowledge in our field is the first step towards providing the Power we need to succeed in everything we strive to do and build. V. Community: We are ‘Ambassadors of our Community.’ We must uphold the values that speak loud and clear to our dedication to keep our community strong and valued. We must begin in our living rooms to transcend to a community with strong moral values. VI. STYLE: To be stylish is simple; NEVER FOLLOW TRENDS because trends fade. TRUE style is an expression of Individualism with a dose of Charisma. To be stylish equates TRUTH-2-SELF.
4 comments:
Thanks C.O.C.A! You have once again proven yourself to be an innovator in up to date urban fashion.
However, as a pedestrian I feel the need to focus less on the superficial and more on the existential. Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
After all, clothes are just clothes, and we all want to be fresh and stylish, but what does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level? How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth? I will be following you to see what messages you deliver to us. Because we are all the uneducated masses.
Sincerely,
The Five Percent Nation.
Thanks C.O.C.A! You have once again proven yourself to be an innovator in up to date urban fashion.
However, as a pedestrian I feel the need to focus less on the superficial and more on the existential. Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
After all, clothes are just clothes, and we all want to be fresh and stylish, but what does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level? How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth? I will be following you to see what messages you deliver to us. Because we are all the uneducated masses.
Sincerely,
The Five Percent Nation.
Thank you, for visiting our Blog “THE FIVE PERCENT NATION”, and we hope continue to show your support. To answer your questions:
Can C.O.C.A style enhance my positive perceptions of the African American community and dilute my negative misconceptions?
Your perceptions of people should be basis on your day of day interaction with people not what is on the web or in entertainment. I can do my best to preach the righteous Gospel, but ultimately the choice is left to the audience.
What does C.O.C.A do for me on a cultural, political, independent, educational and philosophical level?
My reply to this is simply: “Know thyself”-Marcus Garvey. Read it.
How does C.O.C.A stand apart from all the other pretentious bricklayers of this community who aspire to entertain through rap and sport, but fail to educate the youth?
This issue is bigger than my Blog. It is not my aim to stand apart, or aspire to entertain through rap and sport and fail to educate the youth. Education is one biggest issue facing our nation as it stands, so when I have kids, I will make sure I provide them with the best education I can give them. This in turn helps the community to become a better place. I also recommend you do the same with your kids and tell your friends to do the same. At the end of the day if I do my job as parent than I can look myself in the mirror and be proud. It’s easy to point the finger, but let’s try to point the thumb from time to time and hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
Peace, your visit and comments is always welcomed.
Sincerely,
Chairman of the board
There is not a right or wrong way to establish a core or civility and direction in the community/culture of the masses. I believe everything starts with individuality. I see C.O.C.A for the lifestyle it conveys, but how is C.O.C.A actually showing "others", and the youth first, what this means?
I see both stand points and understand both answers respectively. I guess what FIVE PERCENT NATION wants to know is, what’s being done by C.O.C.A outside of the "individuality" and "accountability for ones self" for the community. With all respect due, I appreciate a blog like this with so much potential and diversity over any other blogs I have encountered.
On another note, I see your hard work and diligence is paying off brother, stay on top of yourself and your endeavors, and the dream that we call Fi-H.Y.P will be more than a lifestyle, it will be a legacy. Inward Progression… Outward Modesty… Upward Praise
Kut-Bang
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