Well my friends know that I was strongly against this album by Jay-Z when it came out.  I felt the tone of the album was counterproductive to the positivity needed in hip-hop music. Thats observation was when I browsed it briefly.  I decided to give it a chance…..Whew, not only is the poetry deep, there is a lot of inspiration in this music.  I took a step back and it made me remember that everything we indulge whether it be TV, Music, Art, etc., its all for entertainment or enjoyment first.  Its secondary purpose is to inspire. At least thats how I see it.  This album is on frequent rotation now.