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Hey folks. Trevor DeSaussure here again with Lyrics and Lattes to bring you another Hot 16...Oh my gawd!!! I get it! J Cole dropped an album. Do you know what- do you know what you guys sound like in my inbox right now? Jermaine? Yeah. Cole? Yes. (Cries in unintelligible) We're doing it today. We're doing it right now, Que the lyric! All the pain you hold makes you worth your weight in gold (hums in angelic). All the pain you hold makes you worth your weight in gold. Every negative thing that has happened in your life happened for a reason. It's also provided you with an opportunity. Learn and grow from your past mistakes. Because if you take the knowledge from those opportunities presented to you, you've made yourself worth your own weight in gold. Alright! I did it! I did it! There's your J.Cole breakdown. Don't ask me again. I ain't doing it again...I'm just playing. Yeah, probably will. I, unfortunately, have to do another rest in peace this week. Paul Mooney passed away yesterday. On behalf of the entire Lyrics and Lattes crew, rest in peace, rest in power to another legendary human being.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and helping you grow personally and professionally. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.Episode SummaryWe decided to do our first ever Song Breakdown where we pull personal development tips from one song. The song we chose is Sorry Not Sorry by DJ Khaled, Nas, and Jay-z. SIGN OUR PETITION (Takes 30 seconds)We Need A Jay-z / Nas Collab Album Stay ConnectedIs there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattesHosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.Episode SummaryWe are broadcasting live at the Podfest Masterclass.  Podfest Masterclass is an extension of Podfest Expo, which in addition to being a guinness world record holder for the size of their conference, they’re a community to people passionate about sharing their message to the world.  Stay ConnectedIs there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattesHosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Heys it’s jason wallace with the Lyrics And Lattes Podcast where we use hip-hop lyrics to inspire you. Today’s hot16 mini episode is from the hit single, Milkshake, by Kelis.  My milkshake brings all the boys to the yardAnd they're like it's better than yoursDamn right, it's better than yoursI could teach you but I'd have to charge I know you want it While I’m willing to teach you how to make these milkshakes I need to charge... what I’m worth. Stop working for nothing and calling it experience.  All The research, the time the energy that you put into your craft... what’s wrong with being compensated for it? Oh, cuz You don’t think you’re that good?! Look, Anyone asking you to use YOUR skill to benefit THEM is evidence of your value. Charge what your worth. No discounts. No deals.  Because YOUR time is not dependent on THEIR budget.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.Episode SummaryWe were invited to speak to a class at Youth Build Inland Empire about podcasting. We instead decided to to tape a live episode with them all as guests so they could experience it themselves. Listen is as we talk to the kids about not feeling ashamed about being a beginner and be okay with early failures. For over 40 years, YouthBuild has supported the mission of YouthBuild programs around the world by providing training, technical assistance, information systems, opportunities to promote sustainability, and other expertise to ensure maximum quality and impact. Millions of young adults are too often defined only by their struggles with unemployment, poverty, and crime. Traditionally known as “disenfranchised,” “marginalized,” “disconnected,” and “at risk,” these young people aspire to improve their lives and communities. These young people are typically defined solely by their challenges, not by their potential. They urgently need – and aspire to earn – knowledge, training, and opportunities that lead to long-term professional and personal success.  Stay ConnectedIs there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattesHosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey folks, Trevor DeSaussure here from Lyrics and Lattes to bring you another Hot 16. The past week has been hard for hip-hop. We laid DMX to rest, we lost Black Rob, and we lost Shock G. This is just a reminder that tomorrow is not promised. Do what makes you happy now. That all said, today's lyric is coming from Black Rob, from his song, Star in Da Hood. Ain't nun post-traumatic about it, it's just deep. It's like trying to live out in the suburbs and stay street. Every next level of your life will demand a different version of you. It's called growth, but there are some parts of the past that you need to leave behind you. If you're happy being stuck in the same stage of your life, so be it. But I know a lot of you aren't take certain lessons with you. Take certain people with you, but know when you need to make cuts. Growth and maturity are a key part of life. And after a while, the only thing holding you back from success is you. I've had to do a lot of RIP's lately. One final, one to DMX, an RIP to Black Rob, and an RIP Shock G. On behalf of the entire Lyrics and Lattes team, take care of yourselves everybody.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.Episode SummaryThe team at the National Museum of African American History & Culture invited to us to host a live show during the Museweb international conference.   MuseWeb is the largest museum innovation and technology conference in the world. Over 40 countries participate each year and have 80,000 community members. So during the conference, attendees have been leaving notes about their experience here on a graffiti wall and we’ll be sharing some here and some lyrics that go along with them.  Stay ConnectedIs there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattesHosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey, it’s Jason Wallace with the lyrics and lattes podcast where we use music to inspire you. Today hot16 is chopped and screwed from George Floyd himself aka Big Floyd.   In this game you can't play or your pieces won't lastSo you gotta stay strong, aint no time to be folding You gotta stay strong - ain’t no time to be folding.  Look, this trail ended with guilty on all three counts. And while this is a small victory... keep fighting. we gotta stay strong,  Strength is built built adversity. Your ability to keep pushing despite the outcome is what makes you strong ... So whatever you’re feeling right now, pain, fear, or victory. Don’t slow down. Keep fighting. Stay strong. #RIP George Floyd  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey folks, Trevor DeSaussure here with Lyrics and Lattes to bring you another Hot 16. I realize this isn't our normal program, but we're working on some really cool stuff in the background. Join us next Monday for our full episode. In the meantime for this episode, we're going to Wale. N****s on they high horse? Cool, I'm investing in gLuUuUuee! Here's the thing folks time and energy are precious. If you're focusing any of those things on someone else and it isn't benefiting you then that's a waste; and the same can be said for anyone doing that to you. Because what they don't see while you're steady building their steady wasting their time, energy, and resources on something that may make them feel good in the moment; but ultimately doesn't get them anywhere. The premise of this lyric is, "Cool, do you." And with that we're out.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey folks, Trevor DeSaussure here again with Lyrics and Lattes to bring you another Hot 16. Today we're going to the late great philosopher, DMX. Ya'll been eating long enough now. Stop being greedy. Let's keep it real partna. Give to the needy. Ribs is touching. So don't make me wait. F**k around and I'm gon' bite you and snatch the plate. This s**t ain't about you bro. The world is so much bigger than you. Legacies aren't built from material things. They're built from people. How do you want to be remembered when your time is up? Be kind to one another. Reach out. Give a helping hand. Because you never know when someone's/ Slipping, I'm falling, I can't get up. Rest in peace DMX.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday. Episode SummaryIn today’s episode we go straight to the fans and hear what lyric inspires you. Tune in and hear breakdowns from listeners.Key Points: Derick Bowers - Jay-z Adnis Tiphany Strawther - Andra Day Rise Up Julian Gunder - E40 I stand on that Danielle Scott- Kanye West Violent Crimes Ashley - Nas Album Done Stay ConnectedIs there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattesHosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey – its Jason Wallace with the lyrics and lattes podcast where we use hip-hop lyrics to inspire you.  Today’s hot 16 mini-episode is called Raise the Bar by Black Thought. I turned scars to a sense of regard for myself Based on where I set the bar, I made it hard for myselfI lent the hand before my brothers called for my help Let’s be real, some of y’all are winning because you haven’t set the bar high enough. You keep picking stuff you already know how to do... Dream bigger - don’t allow the fear of failing stop you from growth. ADD: "Failure is not an option!"...NO failure is inevitable. Its progress. Failure is NOT the opposite of success...it’s on the road to it.  If you’ve never taken an L, your dreams aren’t big enough. Raise the bar til it’s uncomfortable and let that growth make you stronger. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.  Episode SummaryToday’s episode is all about Community Advocacy and how you can start supporting causes that are important to you. We are joined by Tony Lewis Jr who is  an Activist,  Re-Entry Expert, and Author of the book Slugg: A Boy's Life in the Age of Mass Incarceration.  Mr. Lewis has fought relentlessly over the past 21 years to uplift and empower men, women, and children impacted by mass incarceration. Key Points:  Step 1: Have a Strong Relationship to the Issue(s) (DC or Nothing by Wale) Step 2: Know your facts  (F- You by Styles P from The Lox)   Step 3: Know Your Opposition (Drug Dealer Anonymous by Pusha T)  Step 4: Take Action (Can I Live by Jay-z)Sign the Petition and get details on the Free Tony Lewis Rally on April 10th HERE. Stand with Tony Lewis Jr to free his father Tony Lewis Sr who has been incarcerated for over 30 years for a non-violent drug offense. Stay Connected Is there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattes Hosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey, what up folks? It's Trevor DeSaussure here again to bring you, your Hot 16. This week we're going to local DC artist Tr3demark. The beat's so sick, throw you into convulsion. And please don't trip over whatever's broken. Cuz we so lit. Degrees on the steeze so brisk. Used to let them take the wheel breath stinks to let him take the wheel and now I'm riding in Jesus whiiiiiiiip. Please don't trip over whatever's broken. This week we're going to be talking about forgiveness. Not just forgiving others, but forgiving yourself. Look what happened in the past happened in the past. There's nothing you can do about it. It's already done. You're only human and a good 70% of life is us just messing up. The Bible says he without sin cast the first stone. In the Quran it states let them pardon and overlook. In Hinduism, not only do you need to forgive but you need to seek forgiveness. We figure this out across the world. Live, let, and learn. And become a better version of yourself today than what you were yesterday. And the only way you can do that is by making a couple of mistakes. Hey guys, don't forget to tune in for a full episode every Monday and a mini episode every Thursday. You can find our content all on LyricsandLattes.com and you can reach out to us at lyricsandlattespodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.  Episode SummaryToday we have a special guest, we are joined by the rap icon, Ja Rule. Join us as we explore his music and uncover gems on how we can build perseverance. This episode was filmed LIVE on The Iconn App. If you would like to watch the video of the  uncut version please download Iconn and search "Lyrics and Lattes." Key Points:  Step 1:  The rain leads to growth  – change your perspective about tough times – Rainy Dayz Step 2: Life isn’t a scrimmage – play to win – Count on Your Ni**a Step 3:  Focus and be explosive, especially when you have nothing – Holla Holla Step 4:  What people say about you – can’t define or defeat you – I’m Real Step 5:  Stop Being Timid – Love me Hate me Step 6:  Not being Envious and being happy when those around you achieve success. Edub and Ja Step 7:  Move forward… even if alone. – Real Life fantasy Step 8:  Its Daily Grind – Never Again Sign Up for IconnClick HERE to sign up for the Iconn App. To join the Iconn Live beta, tap the link on your iPhone or iPad after you install TestFlight.Stay Connected Is there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattes Hosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey – its Jason Wallace with the lyrics and lattes podcast where we use hip-hop lyrics to inspire you. You know, one of our guest was nominated for a grammy…. Royce da 5’9..this one is for you.  I wrote my way out (I wrote my way out)Out of the poor house, accomplished my goals somehowI never sold out, I'm a product of MotownAnd now I'm in the public eyeSo if you ever see me solve a problem beforeJust know before I solved a problem that the problem got wrote down Bars.. you are 42% more likely to achieve your goals simply by writing them down.  So whatever it is you want to do in life… The biggest first steps you can take RIGHT now is to put it on paper. That’s it. The worst place for an idea to live… is in your head. Be intentional about where you are going… because nobody ever went up went up a hill by accident. So go get you a notebook or Hustle Journal and start writing your dreams and be that much closer to success. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.  Episode SummaryToday’s episode is titled, The Self Love Manual. Trevor and Jason are joined by Tera Chantelle, Self Love Coach, Author of the book The Self Love Manual, and the host of Take the Lead podcast. This week Tera walks us through some practical steps and guidance on how to love ourselves. Key Points:  Step 1: You vs You - There is no competition (Aha Gazelle) Step 2: Stop playing it safe - Theres no easy path to you (The Internet) Step 3: Keep the momentum - trust the process (Wande) Step 4: Health is Wealth (Aha Gazelle) Step 5: Have a purpose (Lecrae) Stay Connected Is there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattes Hosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey what up folks? Trevor DeSaussure here from Lyrics and Lattes here to bring you another Hot 16. Today we're going to my hometown in Rockledge to visit Florida rapper, NiceyMostLikely. We're going to listen to his single "14 Promises to Summer" off of his new LP "The Sickness: Symptoms of Pain." I put producers together, merch artists and all. Quaker Oats style with it, I'm a one man label. See I'm only here to help those that's grateful. Look folks, even for our mini episodes is going to be a very short and sweet episode. Sometimes you need to put on many hats. Ain't no, "could have, should have, would have, (made up word). Get it get it done. You don't know how to do something ask somebody. The Law of Conservation of Energy states that "the total energy of an isolated system remains constant." THAT MEANS IF YOU DON'T GET TO MOVING YOU GON' STAY STILL! Get up, get going, and get to getting. Ain't no excuses bro. And with that we're out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Podcast SummaryLyrics & Lattes is a self-development podcast that uses hip-hop lyrics to inspire and encourage you to show up as your best self and live a more fulfilled life. We release a full episode every Monday and a mini-episode every Thursday.  Episode SummaryToday’s episode is about letting the past go. Whether it's pain from a bad relationship, a bad decision, or even a missed opportunity - stop dwelling on the past and expecting it to not have an effect on your future. Doubts about the decisions of yesterday can make you question your judgment on the decisions of tomorrow… learn from the past, grow, and MOVE ON. Your past does not define you. How you take hold of today DOES. Step 1:  Grieve for a period but understand when its time to move on (Big Krit)Step 2: Heal before you  hurt those around you (Russ)Step 3:  Fan Pick: Stop making excuses (City High) brought to you by @freddiewalkerjrStep 4. Fan Pick:  Don’t harbor bitterness (Z-Ro) by Darrell Wallace Stay Connected Is there a song that encouraged you or changed your perspective? Explain it via voice note at  LyricsAndLattes.com and we'll play it on the show!  IG: @LyricsAndLattes Hosts: @JasonWallaceDC and @LostinDesauss  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message

Hey – its Jason Wallace with the lyrics and lattes podcast where we use hip-hop lyrics to inspire you.  Today’s mini-episode is inspired by King Los - Happy Birthday bro.  No villain is stopping this oneThat'd be a dark night, won't it?While overlooking my city, had a Dark Knight momentI'm overlooking my city, same city that overlooked meNow it's back to back tours, cause cities just overbook me Listen, being overlooked has nothing to do with you, your talents, or your abilities. Sometimes, people’s perception of what you’re capable of, is less about you and more about their inability to spot potential. Don’t let somebody’s “you can’t” make you bitter or worse, doubt yourself. Your time is coming - let that criticism push you to greatness. So get uncomfortable, …Learn… Adapt.. and level up. And don’t forget… "Never give up, Never Surrender" - DJ Khaled   “never give up never surrender”... and we out --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lyricsandlattes/message