Featured Interview With Roberto Torres
Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Robert Torres, also known as Sabor Latino (born June 21, 1972), is an American hip hop artist and author. He is from Jamaica, Queens, New York. Sabor Latino creates music to inspire individuals to become productive members of society. Roberto continues to live in his hometown of Queens, N.Y.
Roberto has had a rat terrier for over five years now, whom he calls his most loyal friend
Sabor Latino worked as a social worker for a foster care agency in South Jamaica, Queens. He released his first album, Observaciones de Mi Vida, Vol. 1, on February 28, 2013. Producer Lee Evans mixed the album. The experiences Sabor Latino witnessed while working for the foster care agency influenced his first album. The album consists of eight songs and two poems intended to inspire children, adolescents, parents, and adults to become productive members of society. Sabor Latino chose to release the album in Spanish to create a positive image in the Latin American community. In 2014, Sabor Latino was recognized by Hot 97 on its “Who’s Next” list. In 2014, Sabor Latino announced the release of his autobiography titled Sabor Latino: My Life.
In November 2014, Sabor Latino released his biography, Sabor Latino: My Life, which combines his personal experiences with his social-work career to inspire youth. [26] Commenting on his music career, Torres said, “he still identifies as a social worker, just of a different kind than before.”[27] He announced that his single, “Anything in Life Is Possible,” and his second book, Sabor Latino’s Greatest Poems & Songs, would be released in 2016. His second book, “Mis Grandes Canciones y Poemas,” was released in 2017; his third, “125 Quotes Gathered from my Life Observations,” was released in 2018. His fourth book, “My Alma Mater Lehman College,” is set for publication in February 2019. Sabor Latino released his second album, “Observaciones de mi Vida Vol. 2,” in October 2021.
At what age did you realize your fascination with books? When did you start writing?
Sabor Latino, also known as Robert Torres, was raised in Jamaica, Queens, New York, by his Puerto Rican father and Dominican mother. While in middle school, he became interested in music at twelve.
During this time, Sabor Latino began writing about the life struggles, education, and emotions he was experiencing. He graduated from Boricua College with a bachelor’s degree in education and a minor in psychology. He graduated from Lehman College in January 2017 with a master’s in education with a minor in administration.
Who are your favorite authors to read? What is your favorite genre to read. Who Inspires you in your writings?
I love the works of Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and B.F. Skinner.
Sigmund’s theories on the unconscious, repression, and the role of childhood in personality development are revolutionary.
Carl’s concepts of collective unconscious, archetypes, and psychological types.
Skinner’s work on behaviorism, operant conditioning, and education.
Lastly, my personal observations/experiences also motivate me to write books.
Tell us a little about your latest book?
Roberto Torres (M.S. Ed), aka Sabor Latino, is a Latino hip hop artist, author, and a New York City public high school counselor. Roberto works with high school students daily, providing prevention services. In addition, Roberto has been writing music and poetry since he was eight years old. Roberto believes that positive words and a good foundation of support are what motivate individuals to be the best version of themselves. Roberto’s purpose in writing his fifth book is to continue encouraging and inspiring individuals to never give up on their dreams. Roberto also believes that the voice they have is special and vital in any given situation. Roberto truly believes that life will present you with so many obstacles and setbacks. However, it is essential to focus on your life’s calling and believe that every challenge you face has a solution. At times, you may feel alone and unmotivated; however, it is important to continue exploring interventions to help you overcome challenges. Now is the time to reflect and look in the mirror. Ask yourself why I feel this way and what I can do to keep myself motivated to move forward. A viewpoint to consider is, what were some leisure activities, recreation, pastime, amusement, diversion, and entertainment you used to love doing as a child? Think about it and reflect. The question now would be: Are you still participating in these activities? If not, think about why not? If you continue to participate in your favorite activities, well, congratulations, and keep up the good work. The point is that it is essential to rediscover your identity. Finding your identity again will motivate you to begin the process of becoming focused, persistent, and efficient, which increases your likelihood of acting, overcoming obstacles, and achieving your goals. This is all part of your self-discovery and finding your purpose again. It is also essential to learn from your mistakes and bad decisions and to look at the world positively. How grateful are you for the small things in life? How often do you thank the higher power for all the blessings it has provided you? At times, we run around in life without being grateful for all our blessings. Be mindful that your time is now, and do not waste the moment that will never return. I hope my new book will give you a better perspective of how special and important you truly are. Lastly, create your lane and never give up on your dreams. You Are a Beautiful and Special Person No Matter What!!
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