Hip Hopper Ice Cube a Smart Saver August 20, 2006
I was browsing Men’s Health Magazine and saw an interview with rapper Ice Cube. One question asked was about his earnings:
Keep what you earn
“People love you today, but it’s off with your head tomorrow. I just keep it in perspective and never, ever buy into the lifestyle. I didn’t buy a house until I started selling records. Now I put my money into my business. Get what you need and a couple of things that you like. Everything else after that is just stuff.”
With that answer, he gained my respect. It’s refreshing to hear a celebrity in the hip hop world, where the more flashiness the better, saves up money before buying a home. With that thinking, I’m sure Ice Cube is financially free and can do what he wants rather than relying on his next hit song or movie.
- Posted in : Living Below Your Means, Savings
- Author : Kyle
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I *heart* Ice Cube. Friday and Friday2 are two of the funniest films I’ve ever seen. (You might guess my favorite line from the sequel.)
He’s a very smart and successful artist and actor. I think he understands that financial freedom also allows for the greater item, creative freedom. I love it. “I didn’t buy a house until I started selling records.” I didn’t buy a house till I had solid income to support the mortgage, and even then, I made sure not to buy more than I could afford.
Great advice.