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Hurricanes: A Memoir Kindle Edition

by Rick Ross (Author), Neil Martinez-Belkin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,385 ratings
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*NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*
*AN XXL BEST RAPPER-PENNED BIOGRAPHY*

“A gripping journey.”—People

The highly anticipated memoir from hip-hop icon Rick Ross chronicles his coming of age amid Miami’s crack epidemic, his star-studded controversies and his unstoppable rise to fame.

Rick Ross is an indomitable presence in the music industry, but few people know his full story. Now, for the first time, Ross offers a vivid, dramatic and unexpectedly candid account of his early childhood, his tumultuous adolescence and his dramatic ascendancy in the world of hip-hop.

Born William Leonard Roberts II, Ross grew up “across the bridge,” in a Miami at odds with the glitzy beaches, nightclubs and yachts of South Beach. In the aftermath of the 1980 race riots and the Mariel boatlift, Ross came of age at the height of the city’s crack epidemic, when home invasions and execution-style killings were commonplace. Still, in the midst of the chaos and danger that surrounded him, Ross flourished, first as a standout high school football player and then as a dope boy in Carol City’s notorious Matchbox housing projects. All the while he honed his musical talent, overcoming setback after setback until a song called “Hustlin’” changed his life forever.

From the making of “Hustlin’” to his first major label deal with Def Jam, to the controversy surrounding his past as a correctional officer and the numerous health scares, arrests and feuds he had to transcend along the way, Hurricanes is a revealing portrait of one of the biggest stars in the rap game, and an intimate look at the birth of an artist.
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“Hurricanes takes readers on a gripping journey through Ross’s childhood growing up in the ’80s in the crime-ridden neighborhood of Carol City in Miami Gardens, Florida—to his rocky road to stardom and the many perils and controversies that came after.”—People



“No one can accuse William Leonard Roberts II of living an uninteresting life, and his appropriately titled memoir is one wild ride.”—Library Journal



“Hip-hop fans will flock to Ross' frankly told and compelling life story.”—Booklist



“Another milestone moment [for Ross].”—HotNewHipHop

About the Author

Rick Ross is an American rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur and founder of the Maybach Music Group. All ten of his albums have landed in the top ten of the Billboard 200, including five number one debuts. He has received four Grammy Award nominations. He has worked closely with Jay-Z, Kanye West, Diddy, Drake, Lil Wayne and DJ Khaled, among many others. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Hurricanes is his first book.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07PBXRNJK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hanover Square Press; Original edition (September 3, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 3, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 25409 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
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Mistah EQxXx
5.0 out of 5 stars Great red for Hip Hop Heads
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023
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If your're a fan of Ross or not, or a hip hop fan in general this is a great read, as we've all been there since his debut, Port of Miami and this Chronicles from the start even before then, through then, until recently. Now looking into his 2nd book.
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Josue
5.0 out of 5 stars Rozzay
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2021
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As a fan of the most iconic grunts in music history, it's very interesting to read about the trials and tribulations of one of my favorite artist and entrepreneur. Ross details his memoir in a way that catches readers attention. From his rise in the music industry to his success in the fast-food industry, Ross definitely answers a lot of questions concerning his come up in Miami.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A reminder that great things can emerge from life's storms.
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2022
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Purchased this about 6 months ago and finally finished after a few delays. I have been a Rick Ross fan but never a die hard/hardcore fan. This book shared a lot of great information and explained a lot of things that had been twisted by the media. The honesty, ownership and absolute hustle the Teflon Don speaks about in this book is a real eye opener. It was very interesting to see the behind the scenes stories and information not fully known to the public. I have to take my hat off to this man for sharing the good, the bad and the ugly - all of the behind the scenes documenting his trials and tribulations in this book. The amount of determination and ambition is something extremely admirable. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Rick Ross, hip hop, business or learning life lessons.
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Cyrus Webb
5.0 out of 5 stars Rick Ross' HURRICANES reminds us that great things can emerge after life's storms
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2019
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Though Hip Hop is not something that I have followed a lot, I am always amazed by the stories that bring the music and the culture to life. That is what first got my attention about Rick Ross and his amazing rise to prominence in the industry and in life. When I heard about his book HURRICANES I knew it was something I had to read, to better understand the man and how he became who he is. I was not disappointed.

We get the story of where he came from, who inspired and influenced him and of course the choices he made that led him down some profitable yet danger roads. We see the highs, the lows, the relationships and the struggles. But most important to me we see the resilience. Whether it is legal battles, health woes or relationships Rick Ross is not one to take anything without a fight. He is a fighter. And if nothing else I think that is what people will take away from the book.

"I don't fear death but I do fear unfinished business," he says in the book. That should be something all of us should keep in mind as we approach each day.

HURRICANES reminds us that great things can emerge after life's storms. You have only to look at Rick Ross' journey and see that is true.
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Deal Seeker
5.0 out of 5 stars Work of Pure Genius
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2020
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When reading, I am most involved with stories and characters that are relatable. As humans, we learn from one another. During my years in the Army, I came across a well thorough and seasoned Soldier named Jerald Harden during my tour in Germany. Jerald said to me, when you become too old to learn, you become to old to live. Reading this Brothers book was a blessing. To have a front row seat throughout the struggles and successes of one willingly ready to lay it all out on the line, regardless of opinion, means more than he’ll ever know. We don’t all make it out, but this book will guide the ones seeking. Thank you!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Bo$$ did not disappoint
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2019
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I have been a fan of Rozay from the start, and was eagerly anticipating this release (I even was the highlight of one of his vlogs he mentioned back when he was touring with Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj on Worldstar.) He connected a lot of dots from his bars over the years on his albums and tapes. It's the first book I've finished cover to cover in a day, I could not put it down. I haven't been compelled to write a review in the past, this book is 100% worth the read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice insight into Rick Ross
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2020
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Good read. I seen this deal and thought I would get it. Honestly, I enjoyed the book. I am not the biggest Rick Ross fan but I do plan on listening to more of his albums after reading this book. He gave insight into some of his songs and told of his beginnings in the rap game. It was a nice read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in Canada on March 4, 2022
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Great book, finished it super fast
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Joe Day
5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived quickly.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 27, 2024
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Claudio Truglio
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in Germany on March 18, 2021
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Nice to read this Book. Some special Things I didn‘t know about Rozay.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 19, 2024
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What makes me a boss is not the stories I tell it’s the ones i don’t.
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Tanisha
5.0 out of 5 stars Who knew?!
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2019
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Who knew rick Ross was so insightful. This has to be my second favorite Memoir from someone in the industry. The first bring LA Reid. He was honest and it’s appreciated. Don’t write a book about your life if you’re not going to be transparent. This book is inspiring.
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