Ray Money on Benning Rd SE, Off the porch at 12, Shot at 19, 5 years in prison #Situationswithmoon

Ray Money sits down with Moon in Southeast Washington DC to tell the real story behind her life in the trenches. From jumping off the porch at 12, selling drugs and carrying guns by 14, to getting shot at 19 and serving five years in prison, she breaks down the decisions, survival mindset, and lessons that came with that life. This conversation dives deep into the reality of growing up in DC’s streets and the path she’s trying to build through music now. Stay Connected Like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations from the heart of the city. Host: Maurice “Moon” Proctor Producer: DirectedbyFour Watch & Listen • YouTube (Moon):    / @officialthismoon   • YouTube (DirectedbyFour):    / @directedbyfour   • Podcast: https://officialthismoon.podbean.com Follow on Instagram • @OfficialThisMoon →   / officialthismoon   • @DirectedbyFour →   / directedbyfour   0:00 — Introduction & Southeast DC Background Moon introduces the episode and explains the conversation will focus on women growing up in tough environments. Ray Money introduces herself and explains she is from Southeast Washington DC around Benn Road. 2:00 — Childhood, School, and Jumping Off the Porch Ray Money talks about her early childhood, growing up with her mother and sister, and listening to artists like Lil Wayne and Biggie. She explains that around age 12 she “jumped off the porch,” beginning to steal, fight, and get involved in street activity. 6:20 — From Honor Roll Student to the Streets She explains she was a strong student with good grades and even played violin. Ray Money believes her life took a turn after teachers lost faith in her and she was denied entry into a better school despite having the grades. 9:45 — Drugs, Guns, and Getting Shot Ray Money describes selling drugs and carrying guns around age 14 for protection. She later explains being shot at 19, the emotions she felt afterward, and how it forced her to think about moving smarter. 18:20 — Prison Sentence and Reflection She talks about serving five years in prison for assault with a deadly weapon starting at age 20. Ray Money explains how prison made her slow down and reflect on her life. 27:10 — Music Career and DC Rap Scene The conversation shifts to her music, including starting to rap around age 13–14 and making her first song as a teenager. She discusses “free car” music, DC artists, and avoiding street politics in collaborations. 31:00 — Advice for Youth and Community Solutions Ray Money talks about what she would change to help young people, including more housing and mentorship programs. She also discusses the need for creative spaces like studios and community programs to keep youth focused. 35:20 — Closing Message & Supporting DC Artists Ray Money promotes her upcoming music and encourages people to support DC artists. Moon closes by emphasizing unity in the city and pushing local talent forward. 39:50 - BONUS #Situationswithmoon #Officialthismoon #Directedbyfour