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You make your first album, you make some money, and you feel like you still have to show face, like I still go to the pr
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"You make your first album, you make some money, and you feel like you still have to show face, like 'I still go to the projects.' I'm like, why? Your job is to inspire people from your neighborhood to get out. You grew up there. What makes you think it's so cool?"

- Jay-Z

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This quote by Jay-Z speaks with the concept that once somebody has attained success, they must not feel obligated to remain in their old community. Rather, they need to utilize their success to influence others to go out and pursue their dreams. Jay-Z is suggesting that it is not necessary to show face in the tasks, as it can be seen as glorifying the lifestyle. He is encouraging those who have accomplished success to utilize their platform to inspire others to do the exact same, and to not be held back by the concept that their old area is cool. He is emphasizing the importance of using success to help others, rather than to stay in the very same location.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jay-Z somewhere between December 4, 1969 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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