ShawnCrutch, was born and bred in the city streets of Chicago, IL. Shawn was diagnosed at birth with Cerebral Palsy, a condition which continues to affect him severely both physically and mentally. After this alarming discovery he was confined to his bed at Children's Memorial Hospital for the early part of his childhood years. Determined not to let this handicapp become a hindrance, Crutch learned to channel his pain through music and spoken word. He continues to express his pain through his witty punchlines and thought provoking lyricism. Crutch has opened for various artist such as, Young Jeezy & Chicago based artist GLC. In 2014, ShawnCrutch founded #KnoWAbility, an organization geared towards inspiring mentally and physically challenged individuals. He then released a catalog of demo songs as a catalyst over the internet in which he titled CAN'T CRUSH A CHAMPION VOL.1: LYRICAL ASSASSINATION. Since VOL.1's initial release, Shawn joined Collegiate D.E.C.A. and began to inspire his peers by winning awards in various state and national business competitions. He has also received letters from both the Wisconsin State Senate & State Represenative commending his commitment to serving the community. Currently, ShawnCrutch continues his college education while traveling across the country & abroad to spread his message of inspiration & determination including places such as California, D.C., & Europe. With CAN'T CRUSH A CHAMPION VOL.2:FORBIDDEN FRUIT currently available for download & Physical Therapy Sessions currently in production, it's clearly evident that ShawnCrutch's undeniable motivation for his music is to inspire underpriveledged handicap children, teens, and adults throughout the nation to Focus on their Dreams, Believe in themselves, & #KnoWAbility