Arthur Renowitzky (born 1987), known by his stage name AR the Inspiration, is the founder of a foundation named Life Goes On also an accomplished musical artist, activist, and actor. He was born on an Air Force base in Minot, North Dakota due to his father being in the military. He spent most of his years growing up in San Leandro, California, a small city just south of Oakland. He dedicates his lyrics to the dangers of gun violence.