Financial foolishness is everywhere and easy to spot, but one of my favorite pastimes is finding financial wisdom where you might not expect it, especially in the arts and music. In past posts, I’ve explored the profound financial insight of Bob Marley, Mumford and Sons, Jason Isbell, and the Avett Brothers. Today we examine the financial phraseology of one of the most respected rappers, J. Cole.
“Can’t take it when you die, but you can’t live without it,” is the central refrain squeezed in between the percussive “Count it up, count it up, count it up, count it” chorus throughout the song, ATM, on his hit album, KOD. (Uh, Mom, before you head on over to YouTube and play this song for Dad in the kitchen, let’s talk. 😊)
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