Motivation has always been the leading message of Jeezy’s career and he’s never veered off the path.

The Atlanta superstar stayed consistent with his Tiny Desk, focusing on the early chapters of his career and creating a story arc in between songs. Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins’ music could easily be taken at face value given the number of hits he’s racked up over his two-decade career, but he made his target audience and intention clear through the titles of his Thug Motivation albums. He’s taken his mission far beyond music, excelling as an investor and more recently an author.