Kimberly Densie Jones is an American-based rapper. Popularly known.as Lil Kim, who is her stage name. She is also an actress, model, and television personality. Till now, she acted in 11 movies. She appeared in 27 television shows. The first studio album she did was Hard Core. Next was Notorious KIM which gave her immense craze. She does rap in the hip-hop genre. She got nominated for a total of 100 awards and won 52 of them. She won. Grammy awards once, MTV video music awards thrice, and Billboard Music awards once. She is a great philanthropist. She runs a foundation called Lil Kim cares. Through this, she raises funds for programs that help people with AIDS, women violence victims, and abandoned people. She also helped MAC AIDS fund to raise funds through a fashion show, MAC’s fashion cares.
1. “I love to reinvent myself, and that’s because I am a very free person. I do what I feel, and I love who I am.” -Lil Kim
It is quite important to look over ourselves. This helps us to make ourselves better. The small skills that we have left in our childhood or teenage, which we learnt very interestingly, might make us feel better. Sometimes we might feel like leaving everything and going for an outing. It is good to follow. In fact, going alone is much better. That makes us think about ourselves and check our thoughts, deeds, lost interests, and favorite pastimes.
2. “I respect everybody, but at the same time, I carry myself with an aura that demands respect, too.” -Lil Kim
Self-respect is one of the important aspects to be owned by everyone. It is because if one cannot respect himself, he can never respect others. At the same time, respect is to be earned, not demanded. Respect towards age is one aspect of the position, and power is another, and towards talent, knowledge, and best conduct is another. All three are different, and the way of expression is also different. Respect due to power and position might be temporary but towards behavior is forever.
3. “I’m blessed enough to have been in the game for a while and still have my beautiful fans and still have respect. That’s something that gets me going. I’m also fortunate enough to take a vacation and take a little hiatus.” -Lil Kim
Being for a long time in a field that needs a lot of creativity is not a child’s play. Apart from that, having a fan following is an additional gift. This is, in fact, a responsibility. It gives that celebrity get little extra strength and be energetic in the work they do. As everyone needs a break, it is quite common to take it. That break recharges for something new to be done with some more grace.
4. “I think, when you’re great, not everyone’s going to give you your props, and you can’t really worry about that. In my eyes, I’m still climbing. I’m still taking myself to the next levels in my career, and that’s fine with me. When it’s time for my rewards, I will get them.” -Lil Kim
Only a lighting candle can give brightness. Similarly, a person, whatever might be his field, should learn every day and try to sharpen himself. Be it teaching, acting, technical, whatever it may be. This enables in refining oneself. So it is better to treat ourselves as learners. That helps not to be overconfident and achieve something with humble nature.
5. “There are some people who still don’t understand. But I know by the end of my fulfillment, they will.” -Lil Kim
While a wonder is taking place, no one will recognize it. But after it happens, there is no need for recognition. Similarly, if a person is struggling in a field for recognition, no one comes to help, even if they can if he attains a position, all rush for the favors. This happens to many. If a person says that he will succeed, no one will believe or listen to him. If he achieves success, every person listens. It is because the world revolves around success.
6. “If you’re immature, I’m out the door.” -Lil Kim
Maturity never comes as per age. It depends on the particular person’s way of thinking and acting. Being aware of where to talk is clever but to know where to be silent is maturity. It is the way how to consider things, situations, and persons. It is to estimate and understand the matter. So as to make the right decision for everybody’s sake.
7. “It’s always nice to want money and keep doin’ what you gotta do to get it, but do not be greedy.” -Lil Kim
Respect towards money is very important. Earning is also an art. Doing any work that is legal and aspiring for a better position is good. Most geniuses do not bother much about money because they are capable of getting it. But one must not be overconfident about it. At the same time, earning too much without spending a penny or little free time is not advisable.
8. “Imagine for a minute yourself in the same shoes, with the same sense of survival and the same nothing to lose.” -Lil Kim
Having nothing to lose is sometimes an opportunity. When a person has nothing to lose, it gives two ways. Either to fight and struggle for anything or be lifeless and going as per the flow. The first option can make one achieve something. The other throws into the crowd.
9. “I like to be daring, and I like to be different. You think anyone out here looks like me? It’s pretty different, right?” -Lil Kim
In fact, most of us are daring. Because everyone has different challenges, different situations, and different persons to deal with, right from a kid who writes an exam in school to a person who does business dealings in crores will have only one point in mind, that is to win. That fire is the ignition for everyone.
10. “All my life, men have told me I wasn’t pretty enough – even the men I was dating. And I’d be like, ‘Well, why are you with me, then?’ It’s always been men putting me down, just like my dad. To this day, when someone says I’m cute, I can’t see it. I don’t see it no matter what anybody says.” -Lil Kim
Beauty is something that is personalized. If one can find a dog and a cat pretty, why can’t one find some beauty in a human being? One more point to be noted is, why search for beauty and pretty? Why can we not search for intellect, skill, and talent? Why be obsessed with eye feast? Let us start seeing some moral standards, inner beauty, and special qualities. It is insane and inhumane to discriminate against anyone based on looks. There is no guarantee that everyone can be so beautiful till their last breath.
11. “I think people have a misconception of me, period. My life has been a whirlwind sometimes, but it’s different to what people think. I definitely feel like there’s a misconception about me and who I am.” -Lil Kim
Anyone can be anything at any point in time. It is not good to underestimate any person. With talent and continuous effort, one can surely succeed. Life is a roller coaster ride. Ups and downs are quite common. But the point is being a little patient and stable when things turn you down. Many think that successful people are lucky. But only they know the struggle they have gone through.
12. “A lot of people let me down… A lot of people I thought were my friends turned on me.” -Lil Kim
A friend is the only person whom we can trust completely. There can be many whom we call friends. But only a few are our close ones. If at all they cheat us or turn us down, it would be very hurtful. This might result in worse things. At the same time, we need to see their point of view too. And try to know the reason for doing so. If that is too selfish, it is better to move on.
13. “I feel money is power in certain senses. A lot of women out there are just givin’ it away. And then there are the women that are selling their bodies. But they chose to do that. But this is how they make their money. And I don’t see anything wrong with that.” -Lil Kim
Certainly a true statement. It makes sense. Money can make many things. At the same time, necessity can make a person do anything. If a lady hangs out with a man, people call it dating. But if a woman sells her body for money by force or by choice or for any other reason, they call it by another name. Is it not biased? Let us think out of the box.
14. “I really want people to understand that nobody is perfect and that things happen in life beyond our control.” -Lil Kim
At times one needs to decide as per the situation. That might be a little hard and painful. But few things are never in our control.
15. I am blessed to have so many great things in my life – family, friends and God. All will be in my thoughts daily- Lil Kim
Everyone should be grateful to what they have. To be thankful means to express thanks and relief. Being grateful is crucial because it demonstrates our respect for one another and our genuine interest in the kindness of others. Because it makes people happy, being appreciative brings people together.
16. I am definitely the queen. I definitely see myself as the queen.- Lil Kim
The phrase “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” is used, however I think you are the beholder. For me, being confident and having faith in who you are defines beauty. Are you being true to yourself? or upholding someone else’s? Rarely is the most put together lady the one wearing the ideal cosmetics and attire; rather, the most attractive woman is the one who exudes a radiant soul and resonates with the proper energy. Her confidence is what gives her beauty.
17. When you are a real artist who is serious about your craft, you love good music. Period.- Lil Kim
Whenever a person is serious about his work, he shows love towards its work and this comes with the music. One of the most significant and potent aspects of existence is music. Life would be completely meaningless without melodies and harmonies. Playing and listening to music relieves my stress, relaxes me, and can even inspire me through difficult times.
18. I respect everybody, but at the same time, I carry myself with an aura that demands respect, too.- Lil Kim
Everyone should be treated equally, you should respect other people if you want them to respect you in return. “Treat people as you would like to be treated” is the golden rule. People will respect you if you do this not just because of your age or position of power but also because they respect you for who you are. Adults in particular should understand this, and some of them have.
19. Imagine for a minute yourself in the same shoes, the same sense of survival and the same nothing to lose. -Lil Kim
Before you evaluate things from his perspective and walk about within his skin, you can never truly understand a person.