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“I had been trying to do something with music for all of my life. Ive always been a fan of music; I always loved music from the early 80s. I used to break-dance, DJ, all of that. So I always loved music. Its just that once I got myself established, you know, I started out in the streets doing the…” quote by Big Meech
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“I had been trying to do something with music for all of my life. Ive always been a fan of music; I always loved music from the early 80s. I used to break-dance, DJ, all of that. So I always loved music. Its just that once I got myself established, you know, I started out in the streets doing the wrong thing first. But once I got my money together and myself established, instead of somebody thats trying to rap, like Bleu and them, getting out there trying to sell drugs or anything to make their careers flourish, I [thought I] could help them with what I have. And thats basically what it was between Bleu, Jeezy and everybody. I was trying to help them out. Jeezy was even rapping before he met me. But nobody was listening to the shit until he was around me, until we was listening to it and Im making/paying the djs play it. Thats basically how it is. I always wanted to be in the music business. A lot of my friends [have] always been in entertainment. If you hang out in Atlanta, everybody t”

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About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast interview, 2015

He describes using his success to support emerging artists rather than pursue illicit activities, emphasizing mentorship in the music industry.

In simple terms: He helped younger musicians after gaining wealth.

Key Takeaway

Use success to lift others.

Themes

mentorship music industry community redemption entrepreneurship

Mood

reflective hopeful inspirational

Type

advice personal narrative industry insight

When to use this quote

  • supporting new talent
  • building a record label
  • community outreach
  • career transition
  • financial empowerment

Key Concepts

social responsibility networking cultural influence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can established artists create equitable opportunities?
  • What responsibilities come with wealth in creative fields?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic barriers that limit access for outsiders.

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