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📚 Books That Changed My Perspective

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Shamon Dae

These books shaped how I think about creativity, discipline, marketing, money, and the creative journey. Many are the same types of wisdom you hear reflected in hip hop culture and entrepreneurial hustle. These are the books that level up your mindse...

Sections

💰 Money, Wealth & Financial Mindset

🧠 Mindset, Growth & Self-Discipline

📖 Autobiographies & Real-Life Journeys

🌱 Spirituality, Consciousness & Inner Work

🎭 Fun Reads & Perspective Shifts

🩺 Health, Energy & Longevity

💰 Money, Wealth & Financial Mindset

These books focus on how people actually think about money before they ever make it. Less about tactics, more about breaking old beliefs, building confidence, and understanding wealth on a deeper level.

This one hits different because it’s not just about money — it’s about mindset, habits, and breaking generational patterns. It speaks directly to people who didn’t grow up with financial roadmaps and had to figure things out the hard way. I like this...

The Wealth Choice: Success Secrets of Black Millionaires

This one really shifts how you think about money and success. It’s not about grinding harder or chasing numbers — it’s about understanding the mental game behind wealth and why most people stay stuck in the same cycles. I like this because it challen...

Busting Loose From the Money Game

This one is a mindset reset around money. It’s not about budgeting spreadsheets or grinding 24/7 — it’s about removing the mental blocks and stories that keep people uncomfortable with earning more. I like this because it’s motivating without being i...

You Are a Badass at Making Money: Mindset

🧠 Mindset, Growth & Self-Discipline

This category is about how you think, move, and stay consistent. Not motivation fluff — real mindset shifts, habits, and discipline that compound over time. These books help you tighten your mental game.

Amazing book every musician needs to read. Walks you step by step into the exact ways to brand yourself as a record label and take advantage of all of the financial benefits that come with that.(affiliate link)

How To Sign Yourself

This is one of those must have listens that unclogs creative block fast. It doesn’t tell you to reinvent the wheel — it teaches you how to study what you love, remix it honestly, and build your own voice without feeling fake. I recommend this to any ...

Steal Like an Artist Audio Trilogy: Creativity

A great book to step into the world of Ai and learn new skill sets to make money in this new climate

Virality! AI & Social Media Marketing Guide

This is one of those books creators keep coming back to for a reason. It’s not about chasing perfection or forcing output — it’s about clearing mental blocks, trusting your voice, and reconnecting with why you create in the first place. I like this b...

The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary Edition

This book breaks branding down in a way that actually makes sense. It’s not about logos or aesthetics — it’s about positioning, perception, and how people remember you. I like this because it forces you to think long-term instead of chasing trends or...

The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding

I like this one because it keeps manifestation simple and practical. No overcomplicating, no pretending you have to be “perfect” to make things work. It focuses more on clarity, intention, and consistency than magical thinking. If you’re curious abou...

Manifesting 123: and you don't need #3

This is one of those books everyone references, but it actually makes sense once you read it with intention. It’s less about money itself and more about mindset, belief, and discipline — how people think before results show up. I like this because th...

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice Guide

This book is a reminder that mindset isn’t just positive thinking — it’s practice. It follows a real experiment with gratitude and shows how small mental shifts can change how you experience your day, your stress, and your overall outlook. I like thi...

The Gratitude Diaries: A Year of Positivity

📖 Autobiographies & Real-Life Journeys

These are real stories from people who lived it — the wins, the losses, and everything in between. I gravitate toward books that show the process, not just the highlight reel. If you learn best through lived experience and hard-earned lessons, start ...

DMX's story is very touching and captivating. I highly recommend anyone to read this book. Whether you're a Hip-Hop fan, or just a person who loves to read a great autobiography. (affiliate link)

E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography of DMX

I found it to be a powerful and inspiring 'hip-hop bible' written by someone deeply involved in the culture and 'cosigned by the culture. (affiliate link)

Hip Hop Raised Me by DJ Semtex, Paperback

A great book of openness and honesty, exposing some of the unfair business practices of the music industry. It’s a worthwhile read! (affiliate link)

Episodes: The Diary of a Recovering Mad Man

I loved how they put copies of the original notebook pages in his handwriting in there. Instead of just reading the words...you feel every stroke of the pen....the emotion. This book is an experience. I only hope that you feel something too. (affilia...

2PAC-The Rose That Grew From Concrete

Hands down a great conversation starter with everything to know about Jay-Z. (affiliate link)

The Book of HOV: A Tribute to Jay-Z

A great book on Jeezy's success from the streets of Atlanta. Definitely would recommend as their are key gems to life in this book. (affiliate link)

Jeezy-Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe

This memoir from the Goat, was so informative, life from Rakim's perspective is great for any hip hop fan. (affiliate link)

Rakim - Sweat the Technique: Creativity

As a huge Eve fan I was excited to read this memoir. very interesting and easy to read. definitely well written and it keeps the readers attention. (affiliate link)

Who's That Girl?: A Memoir

I really enjoyed reading this, It's pretty awesome to hear how Face came up from such low points but he keeps going and one of the realist to ever do it. The stories with Pac and luda are worth hearing as well. Highly recommend this book. (affiliate ...

Scarface- DIARY of a MADMAN

This was a great and informative book to read and it inspired me in reading some of the moves that Nip was making. (affiliate link)

The Marathon Don't Stop: Life & Times of Nipsey Hussle

This is one of those books that makes you stop, reflect, and actually check yourself. It’s not hype or surface-level motivation — it’s about discipline, mindset, and understanding how health, money, and knowledge all connect. I like this because it p...

Khnum 'Stic' Ibomu - The 5 Principles

Black Thought breaks his journey into seven-year chapters — from Philly roots to The Roots and beyond — so you’re not just hearing a story, you’re feeling a legacy. If you love real creative journeys and wisdom from someone who’s been in the lab for ...

7 Years: Words + Music, Vol. 18

🌱 Spirituality, Consciousness & Inner Work

This isn’t about religion — it’s about awareness, reflection, and understanding yourself better. These reads explore inner growth, consciousness, and questions that don’t always have simple answers.

This series isn’t about religion in the traditional sense — it’s more about perspective, self-awareness, and how you relate to life, purpose, and truth. I like this because it asks big questions and offers thoughtful answers without forcing beliefs o...

Complete Conversations with God: Uncommon Dialogue

🎭 Fun Reads & Perspective Shifts

Easy reads that still make you think. Some are entertaining, some are clever, some sneak lessons in without feeling heavy. Perfect if you want something enjoyable that still expands your perspective.

This one’s fun and clever. It flips the whole “good guy” narrative and leans into strategy, power, and thinking a few steps ahead. I like it because it’s entertaining without being brain-empty — you’re laughing, but you’re also picking up ideas about...

Starter Villain

This is one of those books that stays with you. It explores consciousness, reality, and ideas that don’t fit neatly into everyday explanations. I like this because it’s written as an experience, not a theory — it challenges how you think without tryi...

The Key: A True Encounter

This book reads like a personal account of the unexplained. It dives into reported encounters, communication, and experiences that don’t fit comfortably inside mainstream narratives. I like this because it’s presented thoughtfully, not sensationalize...

Visitors From Lanulos

If you want a fast, page-turning mix of mystery, science, and big ideas, this is one of the Dan Brown books that really delivers. It dives into questions about where we come from, what shapes our beliefs, and how knowledge and technology intersect — ...

Origin: A Novel (Robert Langdon Book 5)

🩺 Health, Energy & Longevity

Health impacts everything — focus, discipline, creativity, and how long you can actually stay in the game. This category is about taking care of your body and mind so your hustle is sustainable, not draining. No extreme trends, just practical reads t...

This book completely changes how you think about hydration and health. It breaks down how many common aches, fatigue issues, and health problems can actually be signs of chronic dehydration. I like this because it’s simple, practical, and immediately...

Water for Health, Healing, Life: You're Thirsty!

A foundational read on food, discipline, and taking responsibility for your health. It challenges modern eating habits and encourages a more intentional relationship with what you put in your body. I like this because it’s straightforward and unapolo...

How to Eat to Live, Book 1