I think people instinctively know that their job is to give service and that they are part of a community. It had a great impact on me when my father walked the picket lines and I walked with him during the civil rights movement. Russell Simmons civilcommunityfather share on social
People will always blame the poets for society's ills. But these are the true artists. Russell Simmons artistblameill Change image and share on social
Poverty and lack of knowledge must be challenged. Russell Simmons challengeknowledgelack Change image and share on social
There was a moment when I was watching Martin Lawrence and Will Smith in 'Badboys' that I felt, you know, inspired. I don't know if I was proud, because so many people do the work. Everyone's part of a team that develops over the years and gives people chances. There have been some good moments watching people develop. Russell Simmons badboyschancedevelop share on social
Hip-hop is a voice for voiceless poor people. Russell Simmons hiphoppeople Change image and share on social
The reason that I have Global Grind is to communicate ideas to people who might otherwise not be listening. Russell Simmons communicateglobalgrind Change image and share on social
The thing about hip-hop is that it's from the underground, ideas from the underbelly, from people who have mostly been locked out, who have not been recognized. Russell Simmons hiphopidea Change image and share on social
I try to create businesses that I think are not hurtful. Russell Simmons businesscreatehurtful Change image and share on social
Respect your parents. What they tell you is true. Hard work, dedication and faith will get you anything. Imagination will drive itself. You can get anything you want, but you have to have faith behind all your ideas. Stick to your goals and have an undying faith. Russell Simmons dedicationdrivefaith share on social
I mostly eat healthy. I just do. I'm not a vegan for health reasons - although obviously I'm 20 pounds lighter than when I started. I stayed 20 pounds lighter. I feel better. My friends say I look better. All that's true. But I'm a vegan for compassionate reasons. Russell Simmons compassionateeatfeel share on social