Quote by Jay-Z

As kids we didn't complain about being poor we talked about how rich we were going to be and made moves to get the lifestyle we aspired to by any means we could. And as soon as we had a little money, we were eager to show it.

As kids we didn't complain about being poor we talked about

Summary

This quote highlights a mindset of resilience and determination in the face of poverty. It suggests that as children, instead of lamenting their lack of wealth, individuals focused on their dreams of success and took action towards achieving it. They were driven to improve their circumstances and were eager to display any progress they made. Ultimately, this quote emphasizes the optimism and ambition that guided them to strive for a better future.

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