I’m Focused Man

I’M Focused, Man41 Hip Hop AfﬁrmationsTM to Change Your Life Inspired by the lyrics of Jay-Z by Mike “Ambassador” Bruny I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Iʼm Focused Man:41 Hip Hop Affirmations to Change Your Life; Inspired by the lyrics of Jay-Z --by Ambassador Bruny Rev.1 Published by RTP Publishings Copyright by Run the Point Enterprises Created December 4, 2010 Hip Hop AffirmationTM is a trademark of Run the Point Enterprises I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

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This ebook was created to be shared. Hereare a couple of ways you can do that:1.Send this file to a friend2.Send them this link: http://bit.ly/focusedman1 ( so they can download it themselves3.Print out copies and give them away as gifts4.Share, bookmark, talk about this link on all your social media sites (facebook, twitter, youtube, tumblr, Brazen Careerist, etc.) I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

This book is the first of many in a series leveraging hip hoplyrics as a form of personal and professionaldevelopment.The first ebook is focused on 41 lyrics from Jay-Z’s library ofalbums. Each lyric has an original affirmation for you torecite out loud(use it or feel free to create your own.)I have always been a lover of quotes and a lover of hiphop. It was only natural for me to combine the two andbring you content that can have a positive impact onyour life. There are a couple of fundamental questions I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

that you will probably ask so let me answer them now soyou can fully enjoy your journey.1. Why Jay-Z?: It’s quite simple (in my mind at least); besides the accolades and us both being from Brooklyn there is something more organic that happened and I just decided to pay attention and act on what was going on. In my first book, “Move the Crowd: 30 Days of Hip Hop Affirmations to Change Your Life,” 11 out of 30 (37%) lyrics used were from Jay-Z. I did not plan it that way, but that is the way it played out. I did not notice at first, but then people who knew nothing about hip hop would grab my book, flip I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

through it and say, “You really like this Jay-Z guy.” It’s atthat point that I realized that his words has had a greatimpact on me and many of the people I collaboratedwith to create my first book. Two years later afterlistening to all of his albums and pulling out the lyricsthat moved me, I decided to create this ebook--despite the cry of some who felt having the book focuson one artist would not fly. To those who are/wereopposed, I thank you for the fuel and the reminder,“The motivation for me, is them telling me what Icould not be, (so ambitious)” and that I must trust thelittle voice that says, “move forward.” I have delayed I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

long enough and have come to the simple answers to the question, “Why did you write this book?” 1. I could not, not write this book. 2. I refuse to die with my music inside me. 3. I hope it inspires and enables others to trust themselves and share their gifts with the world.The words in this book will impact you in some way. Loveor hate the man (Jay-Z), you will see that the words in thisbook will inspire you, it will invoke confidence in you, it willforce you to answer the question, “What the hell are youwaiting for? (encore). I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

2. Why an ebook? •I always want to be with you!: You can take these words and use them whenever you need them. Open it on your phone, iPad or any other electronic device. The words can serve you before a meeting, a presentation, on vacation, just hanging out. Whenever and wherever needed, we are ready to serve you. •Find whatever you need fast: You can use ctrl + F (on your computer) or the search feature on your mobile PDF reader (example: ibooks) to search for particular words, instead of manually flipping through I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

page after page, when you know what you are in the mood for, but just don’t know where to find it.Whatever you do, enjoy it and share it.Your Ambassador,Bruny*super important note: The information in this book, by noway or means indicates Jay-Z or his company hasendorsed this book. The affirmations do not express howhe intended his lyrics to be used, but is an interpretationof the author(that’s me) and those who he worked with. I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

AlbumREASONABLE DOUBT 1996 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Granted 9 to 5 is how yousurvive, I aint tryin to survive, Im tryin to live it to the limit and love it a lot." D’evils Afﬁrmation: I live to the limit and love it a lot I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“You aint havin it, good, meeither. Lets get together and make this whole world believe us.” Can’t knock the hustle Afﬁrmation: I partner with determined people I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“The youth I used to be, soonto see a million; no more,Big Willy, my game is grown I prefer you call me William.” Can I Live Afﬁrmation: My game is grown I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I rather dieenormous than live dormant.” Can I Live Afﬁrmation: I am focused on doing big things I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“As sure as this earth is turning,souls burning in search of higher learning, turnin’ in every direction, seeking direction.” Regrets Afﬁrmation: I gather advisors so I make smart moves I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:In My Lifetime, Vol. I 1997 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“You only know what yousee, you don’t understand what it takes to be me” Lucky Me Afﬁrmation: I embrace my complexity I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:Vol. 2: Hard Knock Life 1998 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Let the thing between myeyes analyze life’s ills, then I put it down type real.” Hard Knock Life Affirmation: I analyze situations & move with confidence I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

Album:Vol. 3. Life and Times of S.Carter 1999 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Can’t explain it, God given, I guess theresult of hard livin’ ” The Things You Do Afﬁrmation: I embrace my God given talents I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I used to take it for granted, why I was placed on this planet. I would ask myself,while writing raps to myself, but right thereunder my nose was the flow of all flows; not a demon, but a rose in the cement.” The Things You Do Affirmation: I love myself I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

Album:The Dynasty: Roc La Familia 2000 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I’m a hustler baby, I just want you to know, it ain’twhere I been, but where i’m about to go.” I just want to love you Afﬁrmation: It’s all about where i’m about to go I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I will not lose.” Change the GameAfﬁrmation: I am resilient and will win I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:The Blueprint 2001I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I ain’t looking at you dudes, i’m looking pass you.” Heart of the city (Ain’t no Love) Afﬁrmation: My eyes are focused on my goals I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Just know I chose my own fate; I drove by the fork inthe road and went straight.” Renegade Afﬁrmation: I choose the road less traveled I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“To try and to fail the twothings I hate. Succeed in this rap game, the two things that’s great.” Izzo Afﬁrmation: I am successful at what I love I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“You tryin’ to get them 1’s, i’m tryin’ get them M’s; 1million, 2 million, 3 millon, 4.” You Don’t KnowAfﬁrmation: I get exactly what I aim for, so I aim high I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Somebody would’ve told ‘em that Hov would sell clothing; not in my lifetime,wasn’t in my right mind. That’s anotherdifference that’s between me and them. I smarten up, open the market up.” You Don’t Know Afﬁrmation: What I believe is what I can achieve I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Momma didn’t raise no fool, put me anywhere on God’sgreen earth and i’ll triple my worth.” You Don’t KnowAfﬁrmation: Put me anywhere and I’ll triple my worth I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Yeah, you shinin’ but the only thing you leavingout...you’re a candle in the sun.” Hola HovitoAfﬁrmation: I understand what is going on around me I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:Blueprint 2: The Gift & the Curse I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I roll with the punches so I survive. I bob and weave with my feet fromside to side, “I’m back” stronger than ever, “surprise, surprise.” They tryto take me out the game but I’s alive.” Some People HateAfﬁrmation: I roll with the punches and only come out stronger I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I been real all my life, they confuse it with conceit. Since I will not lose, theytry to help him cheat. But I will not lose for even in defeat, there’s a valuable lesson learned so it evens it up for me.” Blueprint 2 Afﬁrmation: F.A.I.L means: From All I Learn I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Remind yourself,nobody built like you;you design yourself.” Dream Afﬁrmation: I have a choice in who I become I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Put us together, how they gonna stop both of us? Whatever she lacks, i’m right over her shoulder;when i’m off track, mommy keeping me focused.” ’03 Bonnie and ClydeAfﬁrmation: I work with people who have complimentary skills I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:The Black Album 2003 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“The Martha Stewart that’sfar from Jewish; far from a Harvard student, just had the balls to do it.” What More Can I Say Afﬁrmation: I use my determination to succeed I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:Kingdom Come 2006I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I’m not afraid ofdying, i’m afraid of not tryin’.” Beach ChairAfﬁrmation: I use my talents to the best of my abilities I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“And I don’t surf the net, no I’ve never been on Myspace, too busy letting my voice vibrate, carving out my space.” Beach Chair Afﬁrmation: I am creating a unique space in this world I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Son said, Hov how you getso fly? I said from not being afraid to fall out the sky.” Beach Chair Affirmation: I am a high flyer I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

“No compass comes with this life,just eyes so to map it out you must look inside. Sure books can guide you but your heart defines you.” Beach Chair Affirmation: I look inside for the answers I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

“And there’s much biggerissues in the world--I know,but I first had to take care of the world I know.” Kingdom Come Affirmation: I start by taking care of the world I know I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

Album:American Gangster 2007 I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I’m trying to beatlife, because I can’t cheat death.” Pray Affirmation: I focus on my circle of influence I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

Album: Blueprint 3 2009I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I’m talking about progress, I ain’t lookin’ back; youknow I run track, tryin’ not to get lapped. What We Talkin’ About Afﬁrmation: I am fully engaged and looking forward I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Can’t be scared to fail in search of perfection.” On To The Next One Afﬁrmation: I move forward despite fear I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“It’s all aboutprogression, loitersshould be arrested.” On To The Next One Afﬁrmation: I am in motion; mentally and physically I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“I’m on the practice field running two a days, so Idon’t drop the ball when it’s thrown my way.” We Off That Affirmation: I am prepared for opportunity I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

“The motivation forme, is them telling mewhat I could not be.” So Ambitious Afﬁrmation: I use obstacles as fuel I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“But i’m different; I can’tbase what I’m gonna be off of what everybody isn’t.” So Ambitious Afﬁrmation: I trust that I have my own path to follow I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“No vision, lack ofambition, so wack.” So Ambitious Afﬁrmation: I am full of vision and ambition I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Album:Lyrics from various sources (collaborations, mixtapes, etc.) I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Everybody looking at youstrange, saying, ‘you changed;’like you work that hard so you can stay the same.” Most Kings Afﬁrmation: Change is a natural part of life and i’m ready I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“Life is a trip sosometimes we gon’ stumble.” Power (remix) by Kanye West Afﬁrmation: I may trip but I keep going I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“But I can’t teach you my swag. You can pay forschool, but you can’t buy class.” Swagger Like Us Afﬁrmation: I am myself in every situation I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

“How could you falter whenyou’re the rock of Gibraltar.I had to get off the boat so I could walk on water.” Diamonds of Sierra Leone (remix) by Kanye WestAfﬁrmation: I take risk to move my cause to the next level I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

The End....for Now(Bonus pages are next) I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Thank you page: “First of all I want to thank my connects, the mostimportant person with all due respect.”This is for the folks who responded to my last minute call to be part of this project by providing, selecting their top Jay-Z lyrics or giving feedback. “THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, YOU’RE FAR TOO KIND.” Josh Hernandez, Jude Bernard, Scott Rossow, Elliot Darvick, Angel “the Bridalbff” Babbit, Jesse Rowell, Jr., David Lapedis, John Southee, to be continued... I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopafﬁrmations.com

Parting Notes:Thanks for checking out my first ebook. Your feedback isvaluable so please provide it on any of the mediums below:Email: Bruny@hiphopaffirmations.comBlog: www.hiphopaffirmations.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/mikebrunyTwitter: @hiphopaffirmsTumblr: www.ambassadorbruny.tumblr.comYoutube: www.youtube.com/ambassadorbruny I’m Focused Man - www.hiphopaffirmations.com

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