Trying to heal, while trying to grieve, while trying to live, while trying to dream, while trying to smile, while trying to give love, while trying to be love.
Anthony Bourdain was 44 years old when he got his first real break. Prior to that, he was broke and deep in debt.
Stop living in your past. Keep going!
If you had the honor to speak with Nipsey, you knew how much he cared about his community, how much he led with action, and not just words.
Keep King Nipsey’s legacy alive. Invest in your neighborhoods, support your communities, and lead with peace.
I haven’t really taken time off in six years. I regret that I haven’t done so.
It’s cost me valuable relationships that I should have been focused on.
Let me give you some advice, all that “never stop working,” is bullshit.
NOW: Large crowd in front of Buffalo City Court to support two suspended police officers who are expected to be charged this morning. We are live on and Channel 2 Daybreak.
“So figure out what you love, and then get to work. Then, when you are my age, you can sit back and call the shots.” - Andre Harrell
Rest In Peace to a pioneer.
Stop comparing yourself to people who’ve put in work for years.
Stop thinking you’ll get it right the first time.
Stop worrying about other people’s success.
Stop being afraid to struggle.
Everyone wants to be involved in the music industry, but most folks don’t have the heart, patience, or fortitude to last a day in this. It is not all fun and games. There are more losses than wins, and I don’t want anyone to be blinded by the mirage...
I'm at a point in my life that I can ONLY work with good people. I don't care about the opportunity...I don't care about the money...I don't care about the "look."
If it isn't good for my spirit I don't want it!
This is a photo of me performing at the very first show on my first tour ever. I was in Birmingham, Alabama in January 2018.
Tonight is the last show of the tour I’m currently on…and we are finishing in Birmingham. It’s sold out. Thank u.
A friendly reminder that a lot of creatives work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you great art.
Those same people don’t always benefit financially until years later. Support people NOW so their passion can continue to inspire you.
Every industry is small. So if you do someone wrong, we all know.
I know some of y’all don’t care because y’all have no integrity or ethics, but don’t work with shitty people.
Not all money is good money.
Nipsey’s impact and influence after his passing has been an important reminder to do as much good as you can while you are alive.
Your legacy will remain after death; Nipsey’s is that of a real community leader....he’s moving the masses, even in death.
If you are a producer, engineer, artist, podcaster, journalist, manager, or anyone at the Dreamville ROTD3 sessions, and really paying attention, you may walk away from that experience with a master’s in art.
I can admire “what you do” and I can respect the “title” you've earned, but honestly I don’t really care.
I’m concerned with who you are as a person, your character, and the way you carry yourself.
I grew up with no connections in any industry. My parents were not rich. I’ve believed in myself & my talents since day 0.
I can’t believe all the things I’ve been able to do in this lifetime, & the best part is it’s all been a warm up.
The best is yet to come, God willing.
I hope the Ye documentary teaches everyone that it takes a VILLAGE, A LOT OF HARD WORK, DEVELOPMENT, PATIENCE, A LOT OF REJECTION, and timing to build something that lasts for a very long time.
I had an idea that took years to come to life. If I gave up on it, I would have sold myself short.
I’m grateful to have conceptualized a series that was licensed by Spotify. My first million dollar show. I learned a lot shooting those 8 episodes.
Billboard in Times Square 🤯
Dear Creatives,
Know your worth and don’t ever sell yourself short. However, if you want to grow a new relationship sometimes you’ll have to show and prove for the first time.
Dear Music Industry “Professionals”,
When you are on a closed set, DO NOT, post photos or videos on socials before the artist does.
Spoiling the creative before it is in post-prod is selfish and insecure energy. Especially when you’re only doing it to say that you are there.
@Blackmillions_
Sylvester Stallone taught his 12 year old son how to drive a truck over the course of a trip from Colorado to California back in 1986. So let’s not make a big deal about this.
Shouts to all the A&R's that sign acts to horrible deals then leave the label shortly after.
Leaving artists stuck in deals with no one internally to champion their music.
I see a lot of my peers defining themselves by their “titles” and “positions.” Trust me when I tell you, that should never define you.
Be a good person. Be genuine. Be sincere. That’s how you'll be respected and remembered.
Dear music professionals,
What are you in it for? Fame? Money? “Exclusive events?” To make up for not being cool when you were younger?
A lot of you have forgotten about the art, culture, and artists...get your shit together.
I cringe whenever I hear parents telling their kids to shut up. Especially for no reason.
I’ve never spoken about this publicly, but my youngest child doesn’t have the ability to speak. I dream of the day I will hear his words reach my ears. Don’t take their voice for granted.