Houston Mayor Honors Rapper With 'Slim Thug Day'

Houston rapper Slim Thug was given a huge gift by his city yesterday (February 25) by making the date into a holiday called 'Slim Thug Day.'

According to Revolt Tv, the holiday came about when Slim sat down with Don Lemon in January to discuss the themes behind the word "thug."

Slim told Lemon that his name prevented him from possible sponsor ships because of the undertones that come with it and that his huge community service efforts will never get him a holiday because of his name. Shortly after the segment, Houston mayor Annise Parker began working on the holiday.

As he celebrated with family and fans yesterday, the rapper gave a special message to children about never giving up on their dreams.

"You can live your dreams if you work hard enough and stay dedicated. Believe in yourself and you can do whatever you want to do."

Source: Revolt.tv