Thug Motivation: Inspirational Words from Rappers on Instagram

Besides their dope rhymes, these MCs share some wise words.

Diddy @iamdiddy - Diddy shows his soft side and offers his take on matters of the heart.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via iamdiddy)

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Diddy @iamdiddy - Diddy shows his soft side and offers his take on matters of the heart.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via iamdiddy)

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50 Cent @50cent - 50 shares his own quote about knowing when it's time to back down from a fight and be the bigger person. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via 50 cent)

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50 Cent @50cent - 50 shares his own quote about knowing when it's time to back down from a fight and be the bigger person. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via 50 cent)

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Irv Gotti @irvgotti187 - Irv Gotti steals a quote from NBA baller Kobe Bryant about the value of hard work and minces no words. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via irvgotti187)

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Irv Gotti @irvgotti187 - Irv Gotti steals a quote from NBA baller Kobe Bryant about the value of hard work and minces no words. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via irvgotti187)

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Slim Thug @kingsizeslimthugga - Slim Thug's simple optical illusion sends a powerful message.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via kingsizeslimthugga)

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Slim Thug @kingsizeslimthugga - Slim Thug's simple optical illusion sends a powerful message.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via kingsizeslimthugga)

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Wale @walemmg - Haters-- Who has time for them? Not Wale, and according to him neither should you. His adivce, "follow ur dreams." (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via walemmg)

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Wale @walemmg - Haters-- Who has time for them? Not Wale, and according to him neither should you. His adivce, "follow ur dreams." (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via walemmg)

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Azealia Banks @azealiabanks - Ever wonder how your favorite rapper became great? Well, Azealia posted the keys to success on her Instagram, and apparently it's only six steps. The catch is, they're not as easy as they sound.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Azalea Banks)

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Azealia Banks @azealiabanks - Ever wonder how your favorite rapper became great? Well, Azealia posted the keys to success on her Instagram, and apparently it's only six steps. The catch is, they're not as easy as they sound.(Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Azalea Banks)

Future @future - If you didn't catch the gist of Future's message, it's simple-- stay focused! (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via future)

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Future @future - If you didn't catch the gist of Future's message, it's simple-- stay focused! (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via future)

Meek Mill @meekmill - There's levels to Meek Mill! The MMG rapper gets deep with this post. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via meekmill)

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Meek Mill @meekmill - There's levels to Meek Mill! The MMG rapper gets deep with this post. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via meekmill)

French Montana @frenchmontana - French Montana turns to metaphors to get his thoughts across. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via frenchmontana)

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French Montana @frenchmontana - French Montana turns to metaphors to get his thoughts across. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via frenchmontana)

Iggy Azalea @thenewclassic - Iggy only speaks the truth. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Iggy Azalea)

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Iggy Azalea @thenewclassic - Iggy only speaks the truth. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Iggy Azalea)

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Game @thedocumentary - Loyalty is not a "game" to this rapper! Game quotes himself.  (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via thedocumentary)

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Game @thedocumentary - Loyalty is not a "game" to this rapper! Game quotes himself.  (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via thedocumentary)

Nicki Minaj @nickiminaj - The current reigning Queen of rap, Nicki Minaj, reposted this meme from her YMCMB label-mate Mack Maine.  (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Nicki Minaj)

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Nicki Minaj @nickiminaj - The current reigning Queen of rap, Nicki Minaj, reposted this meme from her YMCMB label-mate Mack Maine.  (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Nicki Minaj)

B.o.B. @bobatl - B.o.B. refers back to some enlightening words from 2Pac. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via bobatl)

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B.o.B. @bobatl - B.o.B. refers back to some enlightening words from 2Pac. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via bobatl)

Lil Kim @thequeenbeelilkim - Lil Kim turns to the Lord for inspiration. Who knew the Queen Bee was so holy? (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Lil Kim)

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Lil Kim @thequeenbeelilkim - Lil Kim turns to the Lord for inspiration. Who knew the Queen Bee was so holy? (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Lil Kim)

Ice-T @icet - If you're looking to uncomplicate your life, just listen to some advice from OG Ice. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Ice T)

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Ice-T @icet - If you're looking to uncomplicate your life, just listen to some advice from OG Ice. (Photo: Courtesy Instagram via Ice T)