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If he is [Nipsey Hussle](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nipsey_Hussle), I'd like to call myself LaToya Align lol I have seen various memes going around about **Aligning versus Hustling**. Which do you resonate with? Personally I say, figure out what works for you and flow with it. But let's take a deeper look at the definitions of each word. 

What does it mean to **hustle**?

- Obtain by forceful action or persuasion.
- Busy movement and activity.

What does it mean to **align**?

- Put (things) into correct or appropriate relative positions.
- Come together in agreement or alliance.

As noted on [allmusic.com](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/nipsey-hussle-mn0000616192/biography), "Nipsey Hussle's name was adapted from the odd source of [Nipsey Russell](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nipsey_Russell), an iconic comedian and actor." So, definition of Hustle aside, I am sure Nipsey named himself Nipsey Hussle, because it rhymed with Russell's last name and simply because of what the word hustle means to him. 

Based on Nipsey's last interview with [Big Boy](https://www.radiobigboy.com/), hustling or aligning, whatever he is doing is working! I encourage us all to figure out what works and stick with it :) Enjoy the interview, I know I sure did! 

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