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15 Life Lessons We Learned From Hip-Hop

Hip-hop is more than just a genre, it's a philosophy. Never stop, never settle with Hennessy. Please drink responsibly.

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1. You always need a ride-or-die to get you through life.

2. Be an entrepreneur...

3. ...and never stop hustling — your success will come.

4. A hater has one job: to hate.

5. The sky’s the limit.

6. Dancing frees your soul.

7. Rainstorms are temporary.

8. Your style is an expression of yourself.

9. Love yourself first.

Compliment yourself sometimes, we rely too much on others to remind us how we look when we should really rely on ourselves to feel good!

You tell 'em, girl!

10. Be the change you want to see.

11. Toast to your accomplishments.

12. Remember, you’re royalty.

13. Never hesitate to show off.

14. Your community is your kin.

15. And, most importantly, love your momma!

The only hype you should believe is the one around Hennessy.

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