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Will

Written by: Will Smith, Mark Manson
Narrated by: Will Smith
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One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned. Along the way, Will tells the story in full of one of the most amazing rides through the worlds of music and film that anyone has ever had.

Will Smith’s transformation from a West Philadelphia kid to one of the biggest rap stars of his era, and then one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood history, is an epic tale — but it’s only half the story.

Will Smith thought, with good reason, that he had won at life: Not only was his own success unparalleled, his whole family was at the pinnacle of the entertainment world. Only they didn't see it that way: They felt more like star performers in his circus, a seven-days-a-week job they hadn't signed up for. It turned out Will Smith's education wasn't nearly over.

This memoir is the product of a profound journey of self-knowledge, a reckoning with all that your will can get you and all that it can leave behind. Written with the help of Mark Manson, author of the multi-million-copy best seller The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, Will is the story of how one person mastered his own emotions, written in a way that can help everyone else do the same. Few of us will know the pressure of performing on the world's biggest stages for the highest of stakes, but we can all understand that the fuel that works for one stage of our journey might have to be changed if we want to make it all the way home. The combination of genuine wisdom of universal value and a life story that is preposterously entertaining, even astonishing, puts Will the book, like its author, in a category by itself.

This audiobook includes a downloadable PDF of music credits.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2021 Will Smith and Mark Manson (P)2021 Penguin Audio
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Life with humor

I thoroughly enjoy this book. Will provides life lessons with humor and humanity! I loved the music as well!

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Amazing.

I have never read a autobiography. I had heard some reviews on tv about it and thought I would check it out. With Will reading it and the extra audio treats I was recommending this book to friends by chapter 3.

I loved his stories and his take always from those experiences. A great listen

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His Genesis

The book of Genesis in the Bible is about the back story the history!! Will reads you his genesis . What made Him who he thought he was to who he discovered he actually was. I loved this book. It’s not a pretentious Hollywood type just talking about how great he is. It was nice to hear someone like Will Smith talk about what he went through and that it wasn’t all roses like we tend to think it is for the famous type. Everyone needs to read this book!

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You MUST get the Audible version

This was not an audiobook... this was an audio experience! Will is a masterful storyteller, and the production of this was amazing. I've seen other audiobooks use sound and music, but the way it was done in this was next level. it added to the stories without being distracting. One of the best memoirs I've ever read. Good laughs and even better insights. will 100% listen again.

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WOW! Best Audio book I have ever listened to!

I have listened to lots of audio books, this is by far the best! I highly recommend. I don't usually write reviews, but I felt so moved by Will's story, I had to! Will was so real from beginning to end, and the performance throughout had me captured all the way through.

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Outstanding

The Audible version of this book is a must. Having Will Smith narrate his own story makes it come alive. The extras of his vocals and music are fantastic and would be totally lost in a book version. I highly recommended!

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Absolutely loved it

I grew up watching and listening to Will Smith, Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince. This book was great, his narration was on point, absolutely recommend

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wow

A insightful story that's enlightening and motivating. and it's good to hear the words from the author

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Loved it

Wonderful book! Truely enjoyed listening to it hope to be able to listen to a second one in the future !

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Will That was awesome

Will was a reminder of hard work pays off and life is a battle field full of ups and downs. Highly recommend this listen. Will also reads this book. 🤘

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