Do You!

12 Laws to Access the Power in You to Achieve Happiness and Success

By: Russell Simmons, Chris Morrow

Narrated by: Black Ice

Length: 4 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

Since rising out of the New York City streets over 25 years ago, Russell Simmons has helped create such ground breaking ventures as Def Jam Records, Phat Farm, and Def Comedy Jam, in the process becoming known the world over as "The CEO of Hip Hop".

Russell might have helped introduce hip-hop to the world, but he credits his success to his belief in a strong set of principles, or laws, which he shares for the first time in this audio. In 12 steps, Russell reveals a path towards success that can be followed not only by those looking to duplicate his professional success, but by anyone struggling to realize a dream.

Those looking solely for advice on how to build up a bank account at the expense of personal integrity should probably look elsewhere. That's because these laws stem from the belief that all success, be it professional or personal, comes from a connection with your higher self. Using examples from his own experiences and observations, Russell demonstrates how tapping into that connection will allow you to get your mind right, find the motivation to start instead of stall, surround yourself with the right people, appreciate the power of hard work, and understand the power of karma.

But most importantly, this book will demonstrate how it's impossible to receive any sort of lasting success from the world without giving something of lasting value to the world first. That's a practice that is reflected in Russell's own work as a mentor and philanthropist and one that he promotes as fundamental to empowerment and success on every level.

Blending business insight, universal spiritual truths, and an inspired sense of purpose, Do You! crosses the lines of age, race, and background with wisdom that will lift you up and motivate you to pursue your vision.

©2007 Russell Simmons (P)2007 Penguin Audio, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. All rights reserved.

Critic reviews

"I consider him one of the great entrepreneurs out there today. Russell knows the market and he sees the future, and that's the ultimate businessperson." (Donald Trump)
"Russell Simmons, the original and eternal Hip-Hop Mogul, is one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern American business and culture." (The New York Times)
"Simmons is the Godfather. Def Jam was the model that birthed Bad Boy, No Limit, Roc-A-Fella, and all these other labels. And then later, Phat Farm birthed Sean Jean, Rocawear, MarcJacobs, and all these other clothing companies. Russell is the architect of what we do." (Jay-Z)

Bravo

From hood to Buddha and Yoga this book has it all. Highly recommend for everyone! Easy to listen to and straight to the point.

Inspire your nephew or niece.

I thought this book was good, but I would probably recommend it more for a younger audience. It's a good way to get success principles early in life. It's refreshing to get such an inspiring message from the Hip Hop culture.

LOVE LOVE LOVE!

If you could sum up Do You! in three words, what would they be?

I WANT MORE

What other book might you compare Do You! to and why?

SUPER RICH

What about Black Ice’s performance did you like?

GREAT VOICE. EASY TO LISTEN TO. HAS A WAY OF CONNECTING WITH THE AUDIENCE

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

WOULD HAVE LOVED TO LISTEN TO IT IN ONE SITTING BUT HAD TO SPREAD IT OUT THOUGH THAT WAS BEST BECAUSE I DIDNT WANT IT TO END =)

awesomeness

i simply love this book it helped me out on so many levels of getting up and getting after your dreams and goals while letting us see what he did to make himself successful and it just encourages you to do more with your life while on this earth a true eye opener for me

Excellent

Excellent advice for enterpreneurs, conquering fear, taking leap of faith when everyone is disagreeing with you while using common sense and courage. Must read, and above all a message for humanity and how we all are connected and same regardless of our religion , color or race.

Excellent book!

This was and excellent book and i feel is a must read for any young adult or teenager. He really seems to speak the language of youth and from their prospective. Parents Please disregard the few uses of profanity as they are just how he talks and how most youth talk when we aren't around. Get this book . especially for your black males.

Better Than I Expected

If you could sum up Do You! in three words, what would they be?

Better Than Okay

Would you ever listen to anything by Russell Simmons and Chris Morrow again?

Sure

Which character – as performed by Black Ice – was your favorite?

N/A

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Not at the time of purchase.

Any additional comments?

Yes, it's true ...
I picked this book up because I was looking for a lighter motivational book than the usual

Great Content... not so great narrator

I've purchased in red the physical copy of the book prior to buying the audiobook. The audio book filled me with the same positive energy that I received the first time reading the book. I truly believe that the principles shared in this book can improve anyone's life. I personally feel that the narrator was unclear at times and that's why I couldn't give it 5 stars. Otherwise it was a great book!

Good Nuggets

I loved this book. provoking a new mindset!! There was some things Russ said that is prevalent in 2022.

The #1 book of the year

Dear Russell, few books I read that give the msg so clear, I am brasilian and I understand very well what is to have a dream, I wish I could translate your book and give for free for all those brasilian kids that feel right now lost just like I was im my past. You wrote the #1 book and Hill Harper wrote the #2 but not less important... thank you all. Sorry for my write mistakes, really I think you dont care...