Felipe Esparza - A Violent Journey to Comedy - This Is Not Happening - Uncensored 

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All of these people look like they can't relate to this man's experience at all.

The tragedies of living in the hood are real, you brought a lot of harsh memories. Most of those people in the audience do not have an idea of what we have encountered. You made something of your life, keep it up .

It takes a lot of huevos to stand there in front of people&talk about moments of vulnerability. By far one of my favorite bits. Orale Raza, esta si me llega. ✊🏽

If you close your eyes he kinda sounds like a Mexican Terminator

Am I the only one that got hit in the heart with this at the end. I know some didn't look at it like that but wow. much respect opening up like that. I guess only people who have walked the same path will understand. I have a new favorite comedian and it's this guy right here. much love man keep climbing up to the top.

I love that Felipe is in the comments actually replying to people. What a lovable dude. Hope to see you preform soon.

There's a likeability to this guy. I can tell there's pain under all of his funny stories. I'm glad guys like this make something out of their clearly rough past.

This made me cry. I made a lot of mistakes in my life and I'm sorry for the people I hurt.

Some people say .-- once a drug addict always a drug addict ,!!! But I’m here to tell you ,,, I’ve been clean since 1994 !!!

I really enjoyed that story. It seems like he really needed to get it off his mind.

By his eyes you could tell his story took him waaay back when... Keep on winning Felipe

My conclusion : “Felipe let me tell you that ,you have a big heart my friend ! 🙏🏻👍🏻

shout out to Father Greg and Homeboy Industries

This is one of my favorite stories I have ever heard. This is beautiful.

Dude, I was laughing and crying at the same time. I'm proud of you, Felipe. You made it.

This is dark humor, always on the edge. Props to the guy for how vulnerable he can be.

holy shit is I just got more respect for this guy he just give his testimony.... much respect....

Felipe just earned my greatest respect for telling his great story

When he said "I never thought I'd even be alive this long to be here." I felt that. I never thought I would make it to see 28....so many of my friends died before 25 I figured it was how my life would turn out as well.

This reminds of growing up in the hood when I was in middle school. One day after school I was riding my bike to the store and their was a parked bike outside the liquor store and as I passed by I accidently cliped the bike and it fell over, just my luck the owner of the bike happen to see me do it and he also happen to be the gang leader of the biggest gang in our neighborhood. Few minutes after the incident like 20 guys showed up to my cousins house were I was hiding. they were looking for me to beat me up, my cousin told them I wasn't their they didnt believe him but eventually they all left. The next couple of days I got a hold of a small .25 caliber handgun and was carrying it to school and everywhere I went because I was scared for my life. A week later the 3 main guys looking for me were shot and killed, it's sad to say but a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulder. And thinking back I'm glad I was never put in a situation were I was forced to use my gun, who knows how that would of turned out!! Much respect!

"A Violent Journey to Comedy" sounds like a great autobiography

My wife is from LA and she heard this story while I did dishes and laughed how much this sounded like her childhood friends. This guy's going to go far.

Best latino comic ever! He deserves more recognition! Funnier than Fluffy, Ralph, and George

“Man, could this be the end of The Dark Knight?” Lmfaoooo

The ending made me tear a little. This was wonderful.

hey felipe esparza i lived in that area for s minute at a sober living and its crazy over there,alot of death and heroin..your story was very inspirational...hit me in the heart...god bless homeboy industries...amen

I've never felt more connected with a comedic storyteller than this guy... Keep doing your thing bruh it's golden.

I’m from the same hood & father Greg Boyle babtized me and performed my 1st communion, that man should be sanctified in life!! He’s an amazing human being.

Felipe is one of the best comedians. I'd love to see him live.

I met Felipe and took a picture with him at LAX.. super approachable.. he was really cool.. definately a kind dude!

He really put his heart on stage. this wasn't just a performance this was his real, honest life. I fucking loved it, cried and laughed :)

That is a beautiful story, and probably the only time any comedian's father encouraged him by reminding him he wants to be a comedian 👍 Loved this!

This is deep. Felipe is really genuine and funny . I hope he gains more recognition and success as a comedian

DUDE, THAT WAS THE BEST "THIS IS NOT HAPPENING" EPISODE, YET.

Anyone else tear up at the end? My story is similar to his. He’s a funny dude, but he also kept it real. Mad respect!

Man, that was a real back story. I love that you shared such a personal experience with us...Your jokes are tooooo funny...I live in the Caribbean and I do get most of it..

I smoked a joint with Felipe Esparza, true story

I just want to hug you!! Felipe, you are so brave to tell this story. You are stronger than you realize-- you survived a world where a future isn't even in the realm of possibilities. I can't imagine how much courage it must have taken to go home after rehab, face your enemies (human and addiction), and come out the other side with such a genuine sense of hope. You seem so very kind. I wish the very best for you, and I hope you make it to Italy!! 💜

Anybody can change we just need positive people around us to make us want to change 💯

Bro sounds like a testimony. God has his hand on your life. Dont run from it.

damn, this one was a little more emotional than his usual performances. shit made me tear up a little

Felipe makes me proud to be a Mexican

Damn near brought tears to my eyes man, beautiful bit bro.

Bro I started crying 10 minutes in. I kinda got the same story as this fool and I’m happy someone is telling it. I used to be walking down that gang and shit path but now I’m doing better. You can do it foo,it’s hard but anyone can get out. I accomplished some of my goals but this dude just inspired me to refocus on them. Thanks bro I hope I can see you one day man. You’re one of my favorite comedians. Keep up the real shit.

Really like this. He seems proud and wanted to share a story about a rough patch in his life that led him to be what he wanted. Really changed the mindset.

I can totally relate to Felipe's life. From being a drug addict to fearing for my own life god I fucking love his work

The emotion he shows especially when he says his mother was scared got me.

Wow. That was NOT what I expected. That being said, I fucken loved it. What an authentic story. Most don't understand how quickly things can escalate in the hood/anywhere-I-guess. Glad he followed his destiny. Dude got funny-ass jokes, even if we did't get any here.

When he said he wanted to be happy the chick at the bar had to wipe the tears away. That kind of honesty hits the heart and so many of us have been there. Hes awesome.

"like Jeff Duhnam without puppets!" 😆

"My dad clotheslined me and said, Don't you want to be a comedian? I said, Oh, yeah, thanks for the reminder, and went back in the house." Love love love him

Thats tight homie!!! you did it ese!!! Admire you for that. BAck in the day you couldnt run away. I came from Santa Ana to San Bernardino was a chicano kid in an all black neighborhood. wasn't long before I joined the BiG SuR. All the vatos I knew that didn't walk away are all dead. The ones who are in prison are forgotten and live alone in peril. It wasnr hard to get out of the life. But to get that life and mind out of me was hard. especially thr racism...but now that I have life is so much better. Really liked this bit. You can tell Felipe had it in his heart...hope the other homie is happy too and not a product of the barrios we grew up in

Just saw this guy in Cleveland. Funniest show I've ever seen.

Ok when Gabriel Iglesias mentions Filipe I always thought the "whassup fool" was part of the caricature but omg hearing the man himself say it

That was one of the best stories I've ever heard after the 90 clips from this show that I have watched. My brother-in-law is half Mexican and also my best friend. Wonderful people once given the chance. I've had my issues so I am so proud of him! Good job sir!

Hell yea Boyle Heights for life!!! Felipe we're all proud ,the hood loves you!

I ADMIRE FELIPE, hes REAL, hes FUNNY AS HELL and just love his stage presence and voice.

What a sad and inspiring story all at once!

This really touched my heart! I can relate so much to this guy. He hit it on the nail and made it so damn funny. Some of us don’t get so lucky. From one hard working homie to another... Good job. Proud of you.

Yo wait. Is this the same Felipe that Gabriel Iglesias always talks about in his stand up?

Shit made me cry. Good for you bud.

Hes so under estimated hes brilliant full of life he brings more to the microphone than just comedy I think Hes a legend in the making....

Respect to you Felipe for still apologizing to the vato even after years of him trying to kill u, it takes a real man to do that. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

love the story. there was geniune emotion there. much love

For those nights we forget. Different neighborhood, different times, I remember. Beautiful. Best to you too. Humane comedy.

If there is a top 1% of awesome standup comedians Felipe is def in it.. Love the material man.. Niice.. Ty for your awesome jokes..:)

That's a damn good story. Gonna practice that '5 things to accomplish in life' because of this tale.

fuck closing jokes ... this is a real story

Felipe is too real for that politically correct crowd

Lived in Boyle Heights from 1994-2014. Saw a lot of the stuff he mentioned.

Mad respect for Felipe and his story growing up in LA, if you don't know you don't know. Respect to Father Greg Boyle, he's helped countless people from the streets escape that lifestyle.

definitely made me think about my life.. and laugh in the process.

The guy has an amazing presence, very enjoyable to watch.

Damn.. Felipes story always gets to me, I really appreciate hearing such a humble recovery story..

“So we’re smoking pcp at the drive through theater” “JESUS!”

Such a sweetness about Felipe. Beautiful :)

Felipe is so funny man. Good guy too.

I love this dude, one of my faves so far, he's real, raw & just straight up.

This is hurts... it is the hard life of someone born in the wrong neighborhood. Getting jumped...so sad...these are true stories... I couldn't stand the laughter...I had tears....and sobbed

This man needs a special

he is so adorable and kind hearted. funny dude

I lived in Echo Park back in the day around the time when his story happened. Even though it's not exactly Boyle Heights, I know what he's talking about and you can tell he's speaking from his heart. Much respect for this guy telling his story - really entertaining and likable. I'm happy for him turning his life around. You really can't make this stuff up.

Damn I cried, it really is tough in Boyle Heights I'm happy for him

Major props on making it out of the neighborhood and for shining a positive light on Father Boyle. The man has been a godsend to the community. Love and support @HomeboyIndustries whenever I can. That said I wish the clip had been funny. I had my wife watching it with me in hopes that she'd buy us tickets for your LA show at Novo on the 21st, but after that clip, nah.

Respect pops! The close line that saved two lives.

For some reason I think he was talking from the heart ❤️ much love brother

I came for stand up, but got inspired to do more with my life. 😢❤️ Respect to you for pushing through!

awesome. I only heard of this guy from the Eric Andre Show, and I've been watching a bunch of these videos all day. Not only was it really funny, it was inspiring.

I Grew Up In South Central L.A. Felipe Esparza Im A Big Fan... Mis Respetos Para Ti Compa 💯

Damn, you could really feel that ending. He truly meant that.

Truly amazing story. I love that you are who you are. So proud of who you've become and are becoming. A million thumbs up! ❤🇲🇽

Why does the audience look so damn awkward in all of these videos?

Best one yet. Was so deep into his story. Excellent.

Where there's laughter, there's hope. Thank you, Mr. Esparza.

Lol Felipe’s stories never get old. His shows are always hilarious so do yourself a favor and buy a ticket

Felipe is the best

almost made me cry. .

Inspiring, moving, real life story anecdote with a touch of humor.

“Father Greg Boyle” I expected some clapping