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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
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I read this and loved it but I hear the audiobook is amazing! Get inside the life and experiences of Will Smith -before he blew up his life.
I usually read ebooks or pick up a printed book every once in a while. This is the first audiobook I've listened to and it was amazing. There was so much to his life that I had no clue about. Some parts that shocked and surprised me. Many parts that made me laugh out loud. And towards the end, I cried. If you're thinking about reading this, do yourself a favor and get the audiobook version. You will not be disappointed.
i’m not sure what the point of this book is, but i like will smith far less for having read it
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Very entertaining to listen to; Will Smith narrates. I enjoyed his stories, which brought me back to my teen days.
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A Star’s Grit and Grind
Will Smith’s Will is a straight-up 5-star memoir that lays it all out there, delivering the kind of raw, driven story I’m all about. Growing up, Will was my guy—his rhymes in Fresh Prince, his swagger in blockbusters, the dude owned the screen. This audiobook, with him narrating, brings that same energy, diving deep into his journey from West Philly to worldwide fame. It’s not just about climbing the ladder; it’s about the hustle, the setbacks, and the heart it took to get there, packed with the epic scope and deep characters I love.
The story feels huge—not because of sprawling settings, but because of the weight of Will’s life, from scrappy kid to global icon. His openness blew me away. He doesn’t hold back, sharing the messy stuff—family struggles, tough relationships, the real cost of being on top.
“Stop thinking about the damn wall!” he says. “There is no wall. There are only bricks. Your job is to lay this brick perfectly. Then move on to the next brick.”
That line’s a gut punch, summing up his relentless drive to build something big, one step at a time. The emotional payoff lands hard—redemption, love, and lessons earned through grit kept me locked in, thinking about my own path.
Will’s narration is the real deal, his voice sharp and real, like he’s talking straight to you over a beer. The prose pops with his energy, smooth and engaging, carrying the story like one of his old tracks. Hearing about his crew—Charlie Mack, DJ Jazzy Jeff—his parents, siblings, and Hollywood heavyweights was a kick, like getting the full backstory on a legend. His ties to Jada, his kids, and the industry added depth, making him more than just a celebrity.
“Jus’ remember, Lover Boy,” his mom says, “be nice to everybody you pass on your way up, coz you just might have to pass them again on your way down.”
That wisdom anchors the story, tying its highs and lows to something grounded.
My one beef? The flexing gets old. Will leans hard into his wealth, power, and fame—more than he needs to. I get it: he’s showing how far he came from nothing. But hammering that point feels like overkill, especially when his story’s already so damn compelling. Dialing back the swagger would’ve made it even tighter.
Overall, Will hit me hard, leaving me fired up and reflective. It’s a raw look at a guy who chased his dreams and paid the price, flaws and all. This memoir delivered more than I expected—a deep, driven story that’s as real as it gets.
Will Smith’s Will is a straight-up 5-star memoir that lays it all out there, delivering the kind of raw, driven story I’m all about. Growing up, Will was my guy—his rhymes in Fresh Prince, his swagger in blockbusters, the dude owned the screen. This audiobook, with him narrating, brings that same energy, diving deep into his journey from West Philly to worldwide fame. It’s not just about climbing the ladder; it’s about the hustle, the setbacks, and the heart it took to get there, packed with the epic scope and deep characters I love.
The story feels huge—not because of sprawling settings, but because of the weight of Will’s life, from scrappy kid to global icon. His openness blew me away. He doesn’t hold back, sharing the messy stuff—family struggles, tough relationships, the real cost of being on top.
“Stop thinking about the damn wall!” he says. “There is no wall. There are only bricks. Your job is to lay this brick perfectly. Then move on to the next brick.”
That line’s a gut punch, summing up his relentless drive to build something big, one step at a time. The emotional payoff lands hard—redemption, love, and lessons earned through grit kept me locked in, thinking about my own path.
Will’s narration is the real deal, his voice sharp and real, like he’s talking straight to you over a beer. The prose pops with his energy, smooth and engaging, carrying the story like one of his old tracks. Hearing about his crew—Charlie Mack, DJ Jazzy Jeff—his parents, siblings, and Hollywood heavyweights was a kick, like getting the full backstory on a legend. His ties to Jada, his kids, and the industry added depth, making him more than just a celebrity.
“Jus’ remember, Lover Boy,” his mom says, “be nice to everybody you pass on your way up, coz you just might have to pass them again on your way down.”
That wisdom anchors the story, tying its highs and lows to something grounded.
My one beef? The flexing gets old. Will leans hard into his wealth, power, and fame—more than he needs to. I get it: he’s showing how far he came from nothing. But hammering that point feels like overkill, especially when his story’s already so damn compelling. Dialing back the swagger would’ve made it even tighter.
Overall, Will hit me hard, leaving me fired up and reflective. It’s a raw look at a guy who chased his dreams and paid the price, flaws and all. This memoir delivered more than I expected—a deep, driven story that’s as real as it gets.
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