23. Hudson Yards Heavenly Bodies

Love is maturation. What did Jay-Z really mean when he first announced retirement during The Black Album? Perhaps the decision was based on his stage in life. Or maybe his unconditional love for music would not allow him to stay away permanently.

Love is reflection. What is it that compels the human subconscious to separate itself from that which it loves, only to return? How are we driven to constantly seek solutions to inconsequential problems? Is it because love is strong? Or humans are weak?

Love is addiction. Familiarity. Convenience. Discomforting comfort. For Jigga, the action of returning to the game may have been productive in many ways. For everyone else, deciding not to leave behind what one loves may obstruct happiness and success.