AKRON — From winning a national talent competition to landing a role in the Whitney Houston biopic and touring with big names, making an impact in his hometown has long been Kofi Boakye’s passion.

"I don't want to limit. I just want to elevate possibility." Boakye said.

His Beyond The Keys youth program introduces students to pieces of his journey and the resilience of being raised by a single mom, overcoming homelessness, and nearly quitting piano lessons.

Last year, Boakye shared why he's made it his mission to help children know their worth and work toward dreams. How to listen to musician Kofi Boakye speak Thursday night in Akron

"Just to see the faces of so many kids from all across this country find light in my story… and also find a way in theirs. I mean, that's what this is al

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