The written text on the print is: KNOWLEDGE IS THE KEY. A message to the blackman (The enslavement of today's blackman is mental) Each chain represents a form of oppression. CHAIN 1: From the lock to the neck, this chain keeps his head in a downward and negative position, stripping him of pride and self-esteem. CHAIN 2 & 3: From the lock to the wrists, these chains keep him from reaching for anything in life (his dreams, his visions) CHAIN 4: From the lock to the ground, this chain keeps him grounded and in his place. CHAIN 5 & 6: From the lock to his ankles, these chains are the ultimate mind-game, they give him the illusion he can run from his problems, but he can only go so far, before he is back where he started. SOLUTION: If one gains knowledge of one's self, the greatness from which he comes one in retrun gains freedom. IF YOU FREE YOUR MIND, ALL ELSE WILL FOLLOW.