--- product_id: 103120832 title: "Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius" price: "113 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/103120832-sweat-the-technique-revelations-on-creativity-from-the-lyrical-genius store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius **Price:** 113 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius - **How much does it cost?** 113 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/103120832-sweat-the-technique-revelations-on-creativity-from-the-lyrical-genius) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius - Kindle edition by Rakim. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius. Review: Sweat The Technique - Whether you’re a fan of his music, (how can you not be), or not you will enjoy this. Rakim is a deep thinker, great storyteller who has wonderful experiences to share. Feels like you’re sitting with him having a conversation with a friend. I bought more than one to gift to friends and relatives. A great read! Review: "more than just a memoir; it’s a journey back to my childhood" - Sweat the Technique is a masterful journey into the mind of one of the greatest rappers of all time, Rakim. As someone who has admired Rakim since 1985, when I first heard his music playing from a friend’s boom box on the bus, this book was an absolute treasure. Growing up in a small town in East Texas, we were probably late to the new sound, but when I first heard Rakim, I was completely blown away. His lyrical genius and unique style left a lasting impression on me, and he quickly became my favorite rapper. This book took me back to those days, reminding me of the impact Rakim had on my life and how his music shaped my understanding of hip-hop. Sweat the Technique isn’t just a book about creativity—it’s a revelation. Rakim shares his insights on writing, inspiration, and the discipline it takes to be a true artist. His reflections on his craft are both profound and relatable, offering a glimpse into the mind of a lyrical genius who has influenced countless artists and fans over the decades. Thank you, Mr. Griffin, for this incredible book. It’s more than just a memoir; it’s a journey back to my childhood and a deep dive into the artistry that has made Rakim a legend. For any fan of hip-hop, this book is a must-read. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07DHMS5QL | | Accessibility | Learn more | | Best Sellers Rank | #289,499 in Kindle Store ( See Top 100 in Kindle Store ) #18 in Rap Music (Kindle Store) #23 in Biographies of Rap & Hip-Hop Musician #49 in Jazz Musician Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,569) | | Enhanced typesetting | Enabled | | File size | 3.6 MB | | ISBN-13 | 978-0062850256 | | Language | English | | Page Flip | Enabled | | Print length | 236 pages | | Publication date | September 24, 2019 | | Publisher | Amistad | | Screen Reader | Supported | | Word Wise | Enabled | | X-Ray | Enabled | ## Images ![Sweat the Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81j8r9dsMPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweat The Technique *by C***N on January 22, 2026* Whether you’re a fan of his music, (how can you not be), or not you will enjoy this. Rakim is a deep thinker, great storyteller who has wonderful experiences to share. Feels like you’re sitting with him having a conversation with a friend. I bought more than one to gift to friends and relatives. A great read! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "more than just a memoir; it’s a journey back to my childhood" *by S***O on August 19, 2024* Sweat the Technique is a masterful journey into the mind of one of the greatest rappers of all time, Rakim. As someone who has admired Rakim since 1985, when I first heard his music playing from a friend’s boom box on the bus, this book was an absolute treasure. Growing up in a small town in East Texas, we were probably late to the new sound, but when I first heard Rakim, I was completely blown away. His lyrical genius and unique style left a lasting impression on me, and he quickly became my favorite rapper. This book took me back to those days, reminding me of the impact Rakim had on my life and how his music shaped my understanding of hip-hop. Sweat the Technique isn’t just a book about creativity—it’s a revelation. Rakim shares his insights on writing, inspiration, and the discipline it takes to be a true artist. His reflections on his craft are both profound and relatable, offering a glimpse into the mind of a lyrical genius who has influenced countless artists and fans over the decades. Thank you, Mr. Griffin, for this incredible book. It’s more than just a memoir; it’s a journey back to my childhood and a deep dive into the artistry that has made Rakim a legend. For any fan of hip-hop, this book is a must-read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Phenomenal book *by N***7 on April 26, 2020* This week’s book 📖 was phenomenal! Sweat The Technique: Revelations on Creativity from the Lyrical Genius Rakim! What a mind! I have LOVED this man’s music 🎶 lyrics, swag, energy and everything since the first time I heard his music on the radio! His prose in this book which is a lesson and memoir is enlightening! I enjoyed reading how he creates and his insight of history, religion, mathematics, architecture and so much more! Artists always amaze me, Rakim is..... whew DEEP! Love this in a #BlackMan I’m a year younger than him and grew up in the NYC area! It was nostalgic reading about the places he performed in like the LQ Latin Quarters club in #NYC! Yass! I cut my party club life in those same places! Thank you @officialrakimallah for yet another master piece! 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