“J. Ivy is a poet who has been able to bring truth, inspiration and quality to his writings. I can always feel a spark when I come across his work.”

– Common

“I have known J. Ivy for a few years. In his book, Dear Father, J delivers a powerful message of hope, transforming his pain into power. This book represents his life stories and how poetry has helped him overcome adversity allowing him to make an impactful contribution to humanity.”

– Deepak Chopra

“J. Ivy is a brilliant man with an incredible voice and a way with words. I’ve known him for over a decade and owe my stage name to him believing in me back then before I even had a record deal. I’m excited for him to share his truth with the world.”

– John Legend

“The journey of life is simply about one thing, CONNECTION. How do we use the gifts we have been given to connect with the lives around us, to impact the people we encounter, and to change our world? J. Ivy has been blessed with a unique gift. He has the distinct ability to touch hearts and souls through the power of his voice, and to open eyes and minds through the truth of his words. Healing is often found in the shifting of one’s perspective. I know that through this book, people who may be struggling with challenges dealing with loved-ones will connect with His message and begin to experience their own healing. J, I congratulate you on the success of your book. Thank you for sharing and using your gift to positively impact the lives of those around you.”

– Israel Idonije