"The worst feeling is when I see a good man forcing himself to be heartless, so that nothing hurts him anymore.”

“[Me] realizing I met her when I wasn't looking for love and then I lost her when I loved her the most.

"You do realize that if you keep talking to them then you'll just be in a never ending cycle, but if you stop you will lose your favorite person."

“Maybe in another universe, I’m the one you want.”

”With so many things to hate in the world... why should I choose myself?”

”It will pass."(6 months later)

“Sometimes, the worst place you can be is in your head.”

“Who am I to judge another when I myself walk as an imperfect man.”(All we can do is improve)

“You're going to figure it out, just like you always have.”

Yet again some pinterest “relatable” memes turned into quotes

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Personal Development

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Motivation & Inspiration

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Mental Health

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Love & Relationships

Relatable quotes #2

N.W.A., also known as N*ggaz Wit Attitude, was a hip-hop group that emerged in the late 1987 in Compton, California. Their music was known for its controversial and explicit lyrics, rapping about social and political issues.Although their violent lyrics consist of misogyny, drugs, s3x, and crimes. Their well known song, F*ck tha Police, has spread massive awareness of racism towards the young black youth, and police brutality. NWA still remains a powerful voice today.Fun fact: <a href="https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=u31FO_4d9TY">Express Yourself</a> is the only NWA song without violent or vulgar language.

Background Info: N.W.A.

“Expressin' ain't their subject because they like to follow the words, the style, the trend, the records I spin”

The quote Dre said above is about people who blindly follow trends. They’re not being true to themselves, fail to be original, and are unable to inspire others as well as themselves.Be original, not a follower.

Don’t Just Follow Trends

“It's crazy to see people be what society wants 'em to be, but not me”

The song's lyrics reflect on the idea on being able to express free speech without the fear of censorship or punishment.Your unique self is what makes you special. So have a good time, live life and do what you do. Don't let anyone change your true personality.

Express Yourself

”[Express yourself] From the heart 'cause if you wanna start to move up the chart, then expressing is a big part of it”

Being successful means being true to yourself. As Dre says, money isn't everything, it's about expressing your beliefs and embracing personal truth.So if you’re going to be you, be you 100% everywhere and all the way! So don’t forget to…

Express Yourself For Success

EXPRESS YOURSELF

Some insights on a song from one of my top favorite rap groups.

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Music

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Longevity

NWA - Express Yourself 

Tupac A. Shakur, known as 2Pac, was a hip-hop/gangsta rap artist. He started off rapping about social and political issues, but for his final album, he switched to gangsta rap lifestyle lyrics. Unfortunately, he was murdered in 1996.Alongside his rap career, he also starred in films and wrote poetry. He first started writing when he was 11 years old, and those works were sold for $90,000 in 2021! Tupac's poetry was about struggles, love, and social justice.His words expressed his emotions and the reality of life.

Background Info: Tupac Shakur

“Is it a crime to fight for what is mine?”

The title is about a rose that broke through concrete and grew despite the harsh conditions and lack of support. The blooming of the rose in a nearly impossible place shows its strength and determination.If you haven’t yet, read his <a href="https://allpoetry.com/The-Rose-That-Grew-From-Concrete">poem</a>!

The Rose That Grew From Concrete

“They got money for wars but can't feed the poor”

This poem interprets Tupac's life experiences, growing up in poverty, and facing numerous challenges. Despite this, he still managed to achieve great success by becoming a powerful voice for those who were forcefully silent.The rose represents the potential for strength and greatness to emerge even in the most difficult circumstances. 🌹

Reflection of Tupac's Life

“If ya can't find something to live forthen you BEST, find something to die for”

The poem embodies hope and inspiration, showing us that we can overcome all obstacles and achieve our dreams, no matter how daunting they may seem.
The poem teaches us to be strong, never give up, and trust in our own inner strength to succeed.
🌟🌟🌟

The Power of the Poem

Through every dark night, there's a bright day after that. So no matter how hard it get, stick your chest out, keep your head up, and handle it.

A poem from my favorite rapper, 2Pac. (This is my first poem analysis sorry for any mistakes)

Tupac Shakur's most intimate and honest thoughts were uncovered only after his death with the instant classic The Rose That Grew from Concrete. His talent was unbounded a raw force that commanded attention and respect. His death was tragic—a violent homage to the power of his voice. His legacy is indomitable—as vibrant and alive today as it has ever been. For the first time in paperback, this collection of deeply personal poetry is a mirror into the legendary artist's enigmatic world and its many contradictions. Written in his own hand from the time he was nineteen, these seventy-two poems embrace his spirit, his energy—and his ultimate message of hope.

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Reading & Writing

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Books

Tupac Shakur

The Rose that Grew from Concrete

U ARE LOVED, U ARE VALUED AND YOUR PRESENCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE

NEVER STOP BEING KIND BECAUSE OF BAD PEOPLE

WHEN YOU A NICE MF’ER SO YOU JUST LET EVERYTHING SLIDE

YOU CARRY SO MUCH LOVE IN YOUR HEART… GIVE SOME TO YOURSELF

LIFE IS LIKE A BIKE. TO KEEP IT BALANCED,YOU HAVE TO KEEP MOVING

HOW LIFE FEELS AFTER PROVING YOURSELF WRONG AND BECOMING BETTER

CONSISTENCY GOT ME HERE, NO MATTER HOW UNMOTIVATED I FELT

DONT MIND ME. IM JUST SUPER PROUD OF ALL THE PROGRESS YOUVE MADE

Some motivational knight memes from my saved pins

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Mindfulness

motivation #1

“Your self talk is f*cking you up in ways you cant even begin to imagine.”

"its great you expressed it as it shows your not a little b*tch.”

“The only reason why you believe in love is because of the way you love.”

"You can't force someone to show same efforts as you shown."

"if it stays, it is love. if it ends, it is a love story. if it never begins, it is poetry."

“Choosing a good mother for your kids is more important than choosing a beautiful wife for yourself.”

“My biggest fear is her seeing me the way I see myself.”

“I hope removing me from your life made you happier because that's all I wanted for you.”

Some pinterest “relatable” memes I’ve had saved that I turned into quotes.

Relatable quotes #2

NWA - Express Yourself

The Rose that Grew from Concrete

motivation #1

Relatable quotes #1

Alex