Growing up in New York I learned that the world is tough and you go to fight for what you want.

Let me reiterate, nothing is ever handed to you, you earn it.

Growing up in New York I learned that life is fast paced if you move too slow you'll be left in the dust.

Let me reiterate, you have to move with the crowd or you'll be stepped on.

Growing up in New York I learned that diligence is key.

Growing up in New York I learned that the city is my peace. But I wouldn't change the city for anything because it took part in helping me become me. So I would say this concrete jungle taught me something valuable in a way.