Okay, so we’re nearing the end of this epic journey (well, the traveling part of it anyway!) - and we want to know what you think about it all, along with any questions you might have for Travis.
Submit your questions now via the comments form on this post and the best five will get asked on Tuesday night after we return from Bhubaneshwar - the next stop on our whirlwind tour.
You could win a fly Shepard Fairey Tee as sported by Trav himself … AND… you might just get it signed too…
So, get thinking - and post those big Qs now.
Quick update:
We arrived in Mumbai today after leaving the Philippines. Loads of updates coming up - so keep an eye out 
Until later…
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yo travee, wat was ur biggest set back b4 u wur just startin 2 come up as an artist??
Hi Travis,
I just wanted to know what you did to mentally and physically prepare for this trip?
<3 Briana
travis,
how has this experience inspired or influence your outlook on the music you make…and do you think you and the gym class heroes will grow as a band from this?
Travis,
i love that you are traveling the world to do this.
;]
and my question is:
while traveling the world, do you take what you’ve learned and use them in your songs?
love your work and keep on livin!
be safe!
sara
we’ve talked in houston and new orleans multiple times… just curious, has a date or a season been thought about for the naaappy boy cd? hope you find out what you wanted to learn on your trip… see you soon. bat sqqqquuuuuaaad
yo…wasup? jus wanna know if stuff u see out there ever gets emotionally overwhelming for ya?
So Travie… What you are doing is a very amazing thing that I think only the strongest of people can experience. You are truly an amazing person making a difference in these peoples lives and hopefully inspiring others who can help to do the same.
My question to you is :
Was it hard to keep a positive state of mind and attitude to keep you going with so much poverty, disease, and just things that would sadden anyones heart all around you? and How has this experience changed you as a person and your outlook on life?
I just wanted to ask if you truly enjoy being on the road and performing at all these cool places? I mean sometimes the Beatles seem to get tired of the crowd and they wanted just to get their music out. Is it something that you would just do a few times or would you like to do it often because I think you guys do well live and I feel the energy keeps coming at me from you guys. Did it bring you closer to your bandmates, or did you see flaws that caused drama? I like the idea of being in a band and having what seems would bring me the time of my life, but I wanted to know from the insider’s view. Did it also make it hard to have relationships? I mean such with the Katy thing, and all. Also when will you know that it’s time to give up the crowd and live your own personal life?? Hopefully things go well with you and your team and just have a chill time, you got the best things in life for you right now and I just hope you are happy at every point in your life
Dear Travis What Were The Things You Learn On Your Epic Journey. And For The Things You Saw How Would This Change You as A Person
Hellooo Travie…
First of all, thanks for taking on this opportunity and speaking for so many people who might not have as big of a voice as you do! You are educating millions who may not be reached otherwise. I hope to be able to affect the masses consciously through music, and you are definitely an inspiration to so many of us still on our grind!
My question is: Although your trip was primarily focused on the HIV/AIDS crisis in those countries, were there
any other issues that you felt stood out even more? If so, what were they? Will you attempt to open doors to raise awareness in those areas as well?
Hey man. How do you cope with the emotional shock brought about by the poverty in the areas you’ve been to, as well as the culture shock that comes with the new country every time?
Raf from Manila
Travis,
I know that this trip has opened your eyes and awareness of to those who are not as blessed as us who have homes and a family to come home to. I know this will bring you, even, closer than ever to your family.
Last year, when you came to San Antonio (Selma) for Warped Tour, you had told us about your family that you had here, and then brought out (was it) your cousins (?). I could tell, alone, buy the way you talked about and looked at them, that you had a deep love for them; earning some major respect from me. I love it when men are not afraid to show their love for their family, (and no, I am not hitting on you).
My question is this:
I know that sometimes, we need a break from our loved ones, but not for so long. How and what do you do to keep your mind off missing them? …If possible.
As seen on every yearbook signing:
You’re an amazing person, don’t ever change. Or else.
~Ashley Hankins
San Antonio, TX
travie, there are so many obvious questions that i could ask but the most important question i can think of is how did u feel every morning wakeing up and know that some where very near some body was waking up on the other side of the spectrum, totally impoverished?
now that you are coming home how are you gonna keep awareness up and is there anything that us fans can do to help?
WHAT’S UP,T? I SAW IN A MAGAZINE ONCE WHAT SONGS YOU CONSIDERED TO BE THE MOST INFLUENTIAL AT THAT TIME…I KNOW YOU ADMIRED J DILLA ALOT..WHOSE LYRICS INSPIRE YOU MOST NOW? WHAT’S ON TRAVIE’S LIST AT THIS POINT IN YOUR LIFE? IT’S SO HARD TO FIND REAL MUSIC( OUTSIDE OF GCH,OF COURSE!;)) YOUR LIST WAS REAL ACCURATE, WHAT YOU FEELING NOW? MUCH RESPECT,LISATHAPOET
Hello Travis,
First of all I would like to say that I think that what the organization as a whole is doing is a great thing. I also did some work in my own community of Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY to get the word out about aids, violence against colored people primarily women. I was called Sista II Sista. So, I know it’s a great feeling to know that you are educating someone about something so important.
I would like to know if you (Travis) would consider going to the Dominican Republic to spead the knowledge? I believe not just the young people but all of them need to know mire about HIV/AIDS and how to stop spreading it.
Also, the Dominican natives are also very fun to be around. And even though you don’t know spanish you can learn how to dance Bachata and stuff with them and learn about my Heritage. I Think you would like it. - Juju
http://jujuflyness.tumblr.com/
http://www.myspace.com/2minican_chula
http://twitter.com/JujuFlyness
Hey man , .!;
I jusz started rapping a year ago ..;
im 16 , AKRON , OH , USA ..;
wanted to kno how long ago you started making ur music..;
how did the band get together/meet .?;
Hi Travie,
First, I would like to say that I am so happy to see someone getting out, making people aware, and trying to make a difference in this world. You have so much potential to influence so many lives and I hope you realize this and continue with your mission.
My ultimate goal is to be able to one day travel and help others just like you are-but as of right now and where I’m at in life I would like to know what I -or anyone else could do to help in this mission.
I would also like to know if your values or morals have changed after trip. If so, what has changed?
Thank you for all that you’ve done!
Be Strong.
Be Safe.
Make a Difference.
-Chelsea
All these questions are starting to sound the same so…
Travis, who has left the biggest impact on you during this trip so far?
Yo Travie!
Okay, alright… your trip certainly was amazing… but wait a sec. do u know that there is a country bellow the line that calls Brazil??? Do you that there are so many fans across the ocean??? Hey? Me and one thousand fans would luv GCH here in Sao Paulo - Brazil… and i’m sure you’d enjoy our beaches, bitches and else, >:) !!! Why not Brazil???? That’s my question!
All my best wishes!
Peace!
(PS: my english is terrible i know, but as cruel as school children!)
#1 FAN!!!!
But When do you think you guys will make it back to Arizona????
I missed you so many times when I moved! I just really want to see you guys!
What was the MOST intense moment during the journey? The moment you will remember for the rest of your life.
Dear Travis,
My question is which part of this trip had the biggest influence on you and why?
travis-
with your influence, particularly over the american youth, what can you bring to the table for us kids here in the states to make a difference? how can WE help in providing a chain reaction to address the lack of attention from the media? how can WE make the initial steps to start a movement for awareness, change, and support here in the states? better yet, how do we make this a community effort but make a global effect?
xoxox
Hi Travie! First and foremost, I want to say thank you for being an inspiration to everyone who has been following this journey. My question, after seeing the videos and the photos along the way…was there ever a moment during this trip that you thought, “this is just too much to bare or this just can’t be real?” Seeing the slums, the living situations and the graves was it ever too much to handle emotionally?
Do you think that you will sing about your trip to Bulelani and alex? I know that HIV/AIDS is very deadly I had a friend that had it. I know that it is both physically and emotionally exausting to see. Do you think seeing this has changed you life and how you will sing and dedicate you songs? I have a 7 month old son who has to listen to you in order to fall asleep.
So, first of all I would like to say that I really was inspired and touched by the trip and all of the pictures and videos. Having said that I have a couple of questions that kind of run together. I know that some of these questions may sound harsh but I’m just really curious about your opinion.
1. Given the amount of children (below the age of 15) that are HIV positive in South Africa (about 280,000 in 2007) and having seen everything that you have seen would you suggest that the children and adults that do not have access to the necessary medicine to keep the risk of passing the virus to their children down not reproduce? If not, how would you try to help and stop the cycle of HIV positive children giving birth to HIV positive children.
2. A study was conducted in 2006 and 1,370 men were polled in Africa. About 1/5 of them admitted to raping a woman. A woman in that position can contract the AIDS virus as well as get pregnant. When she is diagnosed as being HIV positive she can go through severe discrimination. Her chance of getting treatment gets to be slim to none. Do you think that the education of discrimination will make the process of educating people about AIDS easier?
I hope to get an answer and hope the questions weren’t too much for you. I have more information, questions, and my answers on my blog. Thanks for your time.
Hello Mr.McCoy
How has this trip affected the way you see this world and is there anything you will change about yourself because of this experience.
Thank You
Krystalrose Valencia
DUDE! im going to be short and simple. u guys are awesome i love how u guys are original and stay true and u guys are just an overall fresh new vibe. My question is whent he hell are u guys comin back to the bay area??? I wanna go to one of ur shows again!
Hey Travis, I want to say that I love your music and I really think what your doing is amazing, and that you have to be a very strong person to provide such a service to those who need it. I hope u come back to Miami real soon. My question is did anything, if any, on your trip, change the way u view things in your daily life; basically has ur persepctive on life and living changed in any way?
what’s up Travis its your biggest fan!
Well im turning 18 on July 28 and im from Marietta,Georgia. and graduating in 2010 and my question is 1. Do You Need An Assistant? and 2. What was the biggest triumph you’ve experienced in this journey? BATSQUAD!
Dear Travis,
Do you want to journey like this again??
Where and why?
Dear Travis (of Gym Class Heroes),
Why did you steal my name?
Hi Travie!!
From someone who had the honor of seeing you in a smaller venue (AASU Alumni Arena April 2009 - Front Row Pink Shades..lol)
You are one of the most dynamic performers I’ve ever seen!
All my life I’ve been told I couldn’t do what I love good enough for people to care.
But just knowing how hard you worked to get where you are inspires me to never quit until I too can share all the talents I possess with this world. Thank you for planting the seed..
Now my questions:
Are you looking for a singer??
Do you need a wife??
hahaha! But seriously…
How does it feel knowing you can change the lives of a single group of people just by doing what you love despite everything??
Hey Travis,
I am a sophmore in college majoring in Secondary Education - Biology. With that I hope to become a high school biology teacher. While I was following your journey I realized that while in other aspects of my science education were great my sex education was limited. I know what I know from having two older sisters and alot of older friends. I was wondering that if the films that Bulelani made would be available in the states because I would like to one day show my students what other parts of the world have to say on this education. Also, I was wondering if to your knowledge if MTV is going to try to step up there game on the education HIV and AIDS. They are already doing a great job but I still feel as if not enough kids know the risks that they are facing with their actions. Instead of an occasional special have a constant running show on the issue.
Peace
what has been the most heart-warming and the most heart-wrenching things you have whitnessed on ur travels? x
Hello, TRAVIS!!
What you are doing is really great and rasing aweness about this epic is amazing!
Have you enjoyed yourself on the trip?
What did you learn about yourself?
Has this trip changed you as a person?
I have been keeping following you on twitter and also been coming on stayingalive mtv and the unbeaten track everyday since the whole thing started! See You Guys Soon xox
Are you a changed man?
How is your solo album coming along?
Hey Travis, is your band coming to my city of NYC to perform? I’d love to see you all in concert. I’d like to get some additional inspiration for my R&B/Rock band
Damn, did I really have an input error and have to type this entire thing again?! Grrr.. Anywho I was asking you, Travis is the band ever going to come to NYC to perform? Also, I’m looking for great performers to add to my band.. Any info/leads would be much appreciated. I’m on twitter as well, same name. Hit me up if you can.. Laterzzz
Question: I know you have come a far way from events that occurred in your past. It is the main thing that inspires your songs. How do you deal or what do you say when a person brings up those negative points to bash you?
heyy Travis
my question for you is do you think
your jorney was life changing and if
so can you explain
your real #1 fan <3
sends all my love
journey* :p
Hi, Travie!
my question is:
Will some of the brightest events and impressions from your travels be postered on your body as a tatoo?
I like your tatoos so much and can’t live without songs of your band!
Welcome to Russia!
Yo Travis, do you still smoke parliament lights? Because me and my homie ran into you at santana row one time and we bummed a stoge, so we owe you haha
Swag Team, out.
Dear Travie,
First can I please tell you, I really respect what you’re doing for these kids, education is the first step to controlling the problem.
My parents aren’t a big fan of your music (forgive them they’re almost 60 now) however my prents have been doin’ missions since i was 12, even now they travel to hade twice a year to help at an orphanage for children who’s parents cannot support them, every year they come back each time with this glow (not just a tan either).
I know you’ve struggled with depression and drugs in the past,I can definately relate, before my son I struggled with substance abuse throughout my teens. It’s not very uncommon in America especially with the ecomnomy, gangs, and natural disasters, how could anyone not feel the effects at home.
But my question is, after seeing africa and the problems they struggle with there on a daily basis, how do you feel when you reflect on your own life up to this point do things seem more or less… trivial? And if not what do you feel has helped define you?
Also What are you going to do next to help others?
Dear Travis,
First off, i would like to say how amazing i think you are to go on this journey. I know it must have been very challenging and I don’t think many people are capable of something like this.
My question is-
What do you want to come out of this special? Is it your goal to just let people know whats going on in the world, or is there more to it for you? Also, How have these situations effected your life? Is there anything you plan to do after bearing witness to this?
Any type of exposure is fine, but I think it would mean even more to the people of the places you visited if they knew that something will actually come of this- instead of this just being another Tv Special with no relief for them.
Keep up the good work.
Hi Travie! My question is after this memorable journey, are there any things in your life that you are more greatful for now than you ever been? Is there anything in your life that you wish that you would have done differently after seeing this whole “different” side of life?
My question is not for Travis or anyone specifically… I’m not sure how to put it exactly but…I have been to Ghana and the Dom. Rep. and seen similar cases of poverty first hand (though nothing as bad as that bridge). And its disturbing, painful, depressing, unbelievable, ect… My question is why dont people (including myself) who see stuff like this stay and do something about it? Why do we all just go home to our rich countries and talk about it instead of being about it? My first thought is that we feel like we cant do anything as one person. but how many people would it take to change that one family’s life who lives under that bridge? even if its not getting them a home but at least getting them clean water and milk for their baby.
Why do we, people of privilege who see extreme poverty, feel so helpless when it comes to doing something about these situations when we are obviously more capable to make changes than anyone in Manila or Cape Town?