Words to Live By: Jay-Z, A Man of Mystery
Jay-Z is currently in the news for some not-so favourable information. And while the saga of his past life continues to unravel, one thing is clear: he is a man of mystery.
Jay-Z boasts one of the most extensive lists of conspiracy theories in entertainment. He’s also known to be notoriously private. And, while he stays true to the music, what he hasn’t shied away from is some good ol’ wisdom. The iconic rapper may not say a lot, but when he speaks, you can be sure you’re listening.
1. “I’m far from being god, but I work god damn hard.”
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2. “I will not lose. For, even in defeat, there’s a valuable lesson learned, so it evens up for me”.
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3. “I’m not afraid of dying, I’m afraid of not trying.”
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4.”We change people through conversation, not through censorship.”
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5. “May the best of your todays be the worst of your tomorrows.”
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6.”Everyone needs a chance to evolve.”
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7. “They talk. We live. Who cares what they say?”
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8. “A wise man told me don’t argue with fools, ’cause people from a distance can’t tell who is who.“
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9. “Money and power don’t change you, they just further expose your true self.”
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10. “People look at you strange, say you changed. Like you worked that hard to stay the same.”
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By: Ahalya Narayanan
