Modeled after Maria Shriver's Just Who Will You Be, Queen Latifah's goal with Put On Your Crown is to help young women build a strong sense of self-esteem. A US Dept. of Justice survey found that females ages 16-24 are more vulnerable to partner violence than any other group, almost triple the national average. Cases like Chris Brown's assault on pop star Rihanna showed an ugly side of adolescent life. However, Queen Latifah has always been a shining example of a woman happy with herself and unwilling to compromise to fit into the "hollywood ideal" of what a confident beautiful woman should look like. The result: She's one of the biggest A-list celebrities in Hollywood.
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Queen Latifah was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. The Queen got her first break in music when a demo tape featuring one of her raps made its way to Tommy Boy Records. She was signed and immediately became a hit. She won the Best New Artist Award in 1990 for her album "All Hail the Queen" which also went platinum. The second single from the album, "Ladies First," was eventually named by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the 500 Songs That Shaped Rock 'n' Roll.
By the time her second album "Nature of a Sista'" came out in 1991, Queen Latifah had begun investing in small businesses in her neighborhood, and acting both in television and movies. After the death of her brother and a soured deal with Tommy Boy, The Queen released her third album, "Black Reign", and founded Flavor Unit Records and Management. She also landed a regular spot on Living Single and went on to star in a plethora of feature films including: Set It Off, The Perfect Holiday, Taxi, and Bringing Down the House.
By the time her second album "Nature of a Sista'" came out in 1991, Queen Latifah had begun investing in small businesses in her neighborhood, and acting both in television and movies. After the death of her brother and a soured deal with Tommy Boy, The Queen released her third album, "Black Reign", and founded Flavor Unit Records and Management. She also landed a regular spot on Living Single and went on to star in a plethora of feature films including: Set It Off, The Perfect Holiday, Taxi, and Bringing Down the House.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Sheri Newton
Format:Hardcover
Queen Latifah has been an inspiration for many women. Women of all sizes and races can look up to her as a genuine role model. Put On Your Crown, written by Queen Latifah isn't your regular self-help book. The Queen shares with all of us about her life and how she became the Queen she is today.
Queen Latifah has accomplished so much in her life - much of which I didn't even realize until I read this book. She is an Oscar nominated actress, Grammy winner, Cover Girl, and entrepreneur.
This isn't a how-to become a Queen book. It is a book about how Queen Latifah became who she is today. She gives out some very good advice to her readers, and really shares about her life. Reading this book is like having a conversation with the Queen herself. She really makes it feel like she is talking directly to you - not something easily accomplished in such books.
Throughout Put On Your Crown, Queen Latifah shares with us her struggles with things like weight, successes in her career, extreme sadness and grief from the loss of her brother, how her mother helped the students she taught, and so much more.
One of the stories that stuck with me most was the loss of her brother. He died in a motorcycle accident and she was overcome with grief. She was able to pull herself through and while it wasn't easy, shows how she did it, and was even able to ride her motorcycle again too.
Another thing that really makes me love Queen Latifah even more is the fact that her best friend is her mom too. I'm also very close with my mom. I consider her my best friend too. Her mom was an art teacher at a high school where the students had really hard home lives and had to go through so much in their lives. She explained how she would have them write positive things about themselves at the beginning of the year and tell them to post it on their mirror in the bathroom to read while brushing their teeth. I was so inspired, I actually did this too. I really admire her mom for taking such care for her students. It is really teachers like this that make a difference in the world.
I highly recommend Put On Your Crown. It is a fantastic book for those who need some inspiration and the Queen delivers.
* Thank you to the publisher of Put On Your Crown, Hachette Book Group for providing me with a copy of the book for this review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Queen Latifah has accomplished so much in her life - much of which I didn't even realize until I read this book. She is an Oscar nominated actress, Grammy winner, Cover Girl, and entrepreneur.
This isn't a how-to become a Queen book. It is a book about how Queen Latifah became who she is today. She gives out some very good advice to her readers, and really shares about her life. Reading this book is like having a conversation with the Queen herself. She really makes it feel like she is talking directly to you - not something easily accomplished in such books.
Throughout Put On Your Crown, Queen Latifah shares with us her struggles with things like weight, successes in her career, extreme sadness and grief from the loss of her brother, how her mother helped the students she taught, and so much more.
One of the stories that stuck with me most was the loss of her brother. He died in a motorcycle accident and she was overcome with grief. She was able to pull herself through and while it wasn't easy, shows how she did it, and was even able to ride her motorcycle again too.
Another thing that really makes me love Queen Latifah even more is the fact that her best friend is her mom too. I'm also very close with my mom. I consider her my best friend too. Her mom was an art teacher at a high school where the students had really hard home lives and had to go through so much in their lives. She explained how she would have them write positive things about themselves at the beginning of the year and tell them to post it on their mirror in the bathroom to read while brushing their teeth. I was so inspired, I actually did this too. I really admire her mom for taking such care for her students. It is really teachers like this that make a difference in the world.
I highly recommend Put On Your Crown. It is a fantastic book for those who need some inspiration and the Queen delivers.
* Thank you to the publisher of Put On Your Crown, Hachette Book Group for providing me with a copy of the book for this review. All opinions expressed are my own.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Queen Latifah's PUT ON YOUR CROWN is a collection of defining moments in her life that taught her a lesson or helped her to realize her potential. These moments have laid the foundation for her life. Her main goal is to help build young girls' (and women's) self-esteem. Latifah touches on success, love, money, and fear (to name a few). She encourages women to support each other, have a team of people that can help with their goals, and draw on others for strength and wisdom.
There is a queen inside of every woman. Latifah shows how she allowed her queen to shine even through the difficult times. I enjoyed all of her stories and was able to gleam from her experiences. I recommend the book for someone looking for a pick me up or even to just put a smile on your face.
This book was provided courtesy of the publisher for review purposes.
Donnica Copeland
APOOO BookClub
Sista Talk Book Club
There is a queen inside of every woman. Latifah shows how she allowed her queen to shine even through the difficult times. I enjoyed all of her stories and was able to gleam from her experiences. I recommend the book for someone looking for a pick me up or even to just put a smile on your face.
This book was provided courtesy of the publisher for review purposes.
Donnica Copeland
APOOO BookClub
Sista Talk Book Club
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By LegalBeagle
Format:Audio CD
I know this book is marketed to the 16-24 year old female demographic, but as a woman long past that age range I still thoroughly enjoyed Put on Your Crown by Queen Latifah aka Dana Owens. I listened to the audio book version which Owens narrates in a plain spoken and sincere way (girlfriend to girlfriend is how I would describe it).
Put on Your Crown addresses important moments in Owens' life, including, the sudden death of her brother; going broke; body image issues; her parents' divorce; growing up in the `hood and celebrity. She also shares literary (and audio) space with her resilient and inspiring mother, Ms. O, who also offers stories and life lessons.
While I am not familiar with Owens' hip hop music and have only seen a few of her acting roles I grew to admire her by the book's conclusion. She comes across as a friend who has experienced both the highs and lows of life, but still has both feet planted solidly on the ground. I especially liked when she spoke about her close relationships with her mother and late brother. For the most part, Owens seems candid about the matters she addresses: the pressure to be thin in Hollywood; the need to watch one's money no matter how much one has; the need to take breaks to avoid burnout and chemical dependency etc. She also offers a uniquely positive message - that learning to cope with her early failures helped her later to be unafraid in the public arena.
Put on Your Crown is an authentic and powerful message for women of all ages!
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; 1 edition (May 6, 2010), 208 pages.
Review copy provided courtesy of the publisher.
Put on Your Crown addresses important moments in Owens' life, including, the sudden death of her brother; going broke; body image issues; her parents' divorce; growing up in the `hood and celebrity. She also shares literary (and audio) space with her resilient and inspiring mother, Ms. O, who also offers stories and life lessons.
While I am not familiar with Owens' hip hop music and have only seen a few of her acting roles I grew to admire her by the book's conclusion. She comes across as a friend who has experienced both the highs and lows of life, but still has both feet planted solidly on the ground. I especially liked when she spoke about her close relationships with her mother and late brother. For the most part, Owens seems candid about the matters she addresses: the pressure to be thin in Hollywood; the need to watch one's money no matter how much one has; the need to take breaks to avoid burnout and chemical dependency etc. She also offers a uniquely positive message - that learning to cope with her early failures helped her later to be unafraid in the public arena.
Put on Your Crown is an authentic and powerful message for women of all ages!
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; 1 edition (May 6, 2010), 208 pages.
Review copy provided courtesy of the publisher.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Small Book with Big Lessons
Queen Latifah shares her story, the good and the bad.
The chapters cover: Success, Beauty, Money, Love, Fear, Loss, Strength and Joy. Read more
The chapters cover: Success, Beauty, Money, Love, Fear, Loss, Strength and Joy. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dottie Randazzo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the Queen
Same as all my other reviews. Love Queen Latifah, so any book about her or that she has written is a good read for me.
Published 4 months ago by Doglady1998
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
A Great Book!!!!Simply honest and sincere, written as if she is having a conversation with you. Every topic was so relatable
Published 9 months ago by Krystal B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Read. This. Book! Amazing!
The Queen has done it--written a book which will inspire us all to take what we are given in life and use those things to do our best, be our best, and look for the best in other... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Heidi G
4.0 out of 5 stars
Highly inspirational for women
In the very beginning of the book, Queen Latifah talks about how she wanted to write a book that empowered all women, no matter their creed. Read more
Published 15 months ago by fredamans
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspired me to take better care if myself
I was so inspired by reading this book. Queen Latifah wrote this book from an honest, down to Earth personal perspective. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Atma Lisa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Life lessons that we can all use!
While I don't necessarily think of myself as a young woman anymore (which is who the book is geared towards) I do think that this book contains lessons that any woman, and even... Read more
Published on May 15, 2011 by Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Priceless Advice for Young Women
Queen Latifah heartfelt and humble advice is priceless. In her book, "Put on Your Crown", it is obvious why she has "Queen" before her name because she gives royal advice to the... Read more
Published on March 15, 2011 by Books and Beignets (BAB) Book Club
4.0 out of 5 stars
Liked it.
I like the points she makes. They are inspirational, and you can tell it's written (or ghost written) in her own words. Read more
Published on February 11, 2011
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointment
I listened to this book on CD. Luckily I checked it out from a library and didn't pay for it. After getting half way through the book I decided to look up the reviews on Amazon to... Read more
Published on February 8, 2011 by A. Spires
