The self-made musical artist follows his bestseller IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD with this second
inspirational book for everyone who’s looking for answers in all the wrong places. It’s a book
about self-empowerment self-awareness and ultimately self-love. Independent rapper
songwriter singer and producer Russ sells out concerts across America and around the globe
collaborating with top artists such as Snoop Dogg Joey Bada$$ Ed Sheeran Rick Ross Lil
Baby Jadakiss Bia and Mozzy to name a few. At twenty-seven he became a bestselling author
with the publication of his debut book IT’S ALL IN YOUR HEAD . Now at thirty-one Russ
returns with a second book even more profound and intimate than his first. Building on his
message of self-acceptance It Was You All Along goes deeper into Russ’s heart and soul as it
tracks the keys to knowing and loving yourself. The book addresses the question posed by the
subtitle—what if you’re the one you’ve been waiting for?—a line from Russ’s first album
inspired by his mother’s advice. Success comes from loving and believing in yourself and
working hard regardless of obstacles and naysayers. Published in conjunction with his tour of
the same name It Was You All Along expands on themes found in Russ’s music and across his
albums and each chapter title takes the name of a track. Russ has always followed his own
beat—and shows you how to find your own unique rhythm offering motivational wisdom on
everything from trust discipline and letting go to authenticity joy and faith. Packed with
moving observances It Was You All Along gives fans a rare look into the man behind the music
and the challenges he continues to face both personally and as an independent artist. Russ gets
deeply personal in these pages revealing how seeing a therapist helped him understand his
relationship with his family and realize that he was so overly focused on helping everyone in
his orbit when the person who needed his attention most was himself. Russ uses his immense
passion his experiences and his love for people to inspire us all. His honesty and
straightforwardness will convince even the most reluctant reader that the answer can always be
found within. An artist known for his powerful lyrics Russ uses his songwriting gifts to craft
prose that is moving memorable and motivational.
