Renaming the 2300 block of Snyder Ave "James Darrell Robinson, Jr., Way" in honor of James "Lil Darrell" Robinson, Jr., recognizing his contributions to Yesha Ministries and his community through his musical genius and artistic talents.

Renaming the 2300 block of Snyder Ave “James Darrell Robinson, Jr., Way” in honor of James “Lil Darrell” Robinson, Jr., recognizing his contributions to Yesha Ministries and his community through his musical genius and artistic talents. WHEREAS, From a young age, James Darrell Robinson, Jr., displayed an exceptional sense of rhythm and a natural talent for music. He attended Girard Academic Music Program and the Settlement Music School, where he developed his drumming skills; and WHEREAS, During his senior year of high school, he began performing with Jazmine Sullivan and became a regular perform at the legendary “Black Lily” sessions, where The Roots hosted jam nights every Tuesday. On one such night, Darrell performed with the house band, opening the door to countless opportunities in the music world; and WHEREAS, Shortly after high school, Darrell landed his first professional gig with Jaguar Wright, marking the official beginning of his dream career. He went on to perform with legendary artists such as Pharrell Williams, N.E.R.D., The Roots, Jill Scott, LL Cool J, J. Cole, Snoop Dogg, Common, Queen Latifah, Eric Roberson, Lenny Kravitz, Floetry, and many others; and WHEREAS, Pharrell Williams once enthusiastically declared, “Darrell is one of the best, if not the best, drummers in the world”; and WHEREAS, Darrell’s significant contributions to music were formally recognized when he received a Grammy certificate for his work on Pharrell’s “Happy” live performance; and WHER…