“999 is taking whatever bad situation, whatever negative situation, and turning it into something positive and using it to push yourself forward.”Juice WRLD
American - Rapper & Singer|December 2, 1998 - December 8, 2019

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Juice WRLD Quotes
Read 31 Juice WRLD quotes on music, authenticity, feelings, dreams and turning negatives into positives from the influential Chicago rapper and singer.
“Nobody on this earth is perfect. Everybody has their flaws; everybody has their dark secrets and vices.”Juice WRLD
“Even if I'm talking about something that's negative, I look at it as putting my mistakes out there for people to learn from it.”Juice WRLD
“My music is straightforward because I want to give people me and let them know they're not alone in going through the things that they go through.”Juice WRLD
“I talk about a lot of issues I go through and some of my fans go through and try to create a fellowship where people can relate to each other.”Juice WRLD
“I can admit and say that I have feelings.”Juice WRLD
“I feel like I inspire more people than I think I do. I just need to remember that.”Juice WRLD
“I've always been different.”Juice WRLD
“Words have a lot of power.”Juice WRLD
“It is hard to separate the art from the artist.”Juice WRLD
“I think it's important to add a personal aspect to your music; that's what makes it authentic at the end of the day.”Juice WRLD
“Music is the best way that I can communicate with other people.”Juice WRLD
“I really just like making music. People call that "work." Like, "Oh, you're going to the studio to work?" No, that's even what I do on my off day. I love recording.”Juice WRLD
“I don't want to get lost in everything. I just want to keep the same work ethic.”Juice WRLD
“Honestly, the way I make music, I don't want to sound cocky or anything, but I try my best to make music that doesn't have an expiration date.”Juice WRLD
“I feel like that's what's going to be most respected at the end of the day, that I'm able to do so many different things and become less of a rapper and just more of a musician.”Juice WRLD
“I freestyle everything.”Juice WRLD
“I had phases of listening to rap and trap, and then I had phases where I'd listen to post-hardcore, rap, grunge, metal... all that. And now it all clashes together.”Juice WRLD
“I've always been involved in music. Whether it be taking piano lessons or something, I always have.”Juice WRLD
“I started recording in my sophomore year in high school. I recorded things on my cell phone in my basement.”Juice WRLD
“My school had a radio show, and when I first decided to become a rapper, I was on there, and I would, like, freestyle.”Juice WRLD
“Even in high school, I went through a lot of relationship issues, and that's at the centre of my music.”Juice WRLD
“I never thought about college, but my mom thought about it for me. I knew 100 percent it wasn't for me.”Juice WRLD
“I kinda grew up in different places. I was just from everywhere.”Juice WRLD
“Lucid dreaming is dreaming but you being aware that you're doing it.”Juice WRLD
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About Juice WRLD
American - Rapper & Singer | December 2, 1998 - December 8, 2019
Juice WRLD (December 2, 1998 – December 8, 2019), born Jarad Anthony Higgins, was an American rapper, singer and songwriter from Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in the city's southern suburbs, took piano lessons as a child, and began recording songs on his phone in high school before uploading them to SoundCloud.
His 2018 hit "Lucid Dreams" made him a star, and his album *Death Race for Love* reached number one on the Billboard 200 in 2019. Blending hip-hop, rock and emo influences, he became known for openly discussing heartbreak, anxiety and mental health. He died in December 2019 at just 21 after an accidental overdose. His posthumous album *Legends Never Die* also reached number one, and his mother founded the Live Free 999 Fund to support young people facing mental health and substance-use struggles. Here are 31 Juice WRLD quotes from his interviews.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Juice WRLD and these famous quotes.
Who was Juice WRLD?
Juice WRLD was an American rapper and singer from Chicago, known for emotional, melodic songs that mixed hip-hop with rock and emo influences. His biggest hits include "Lucid Dreams," "All Girls Are the Same" and "Robbery."
What was Juice WRLD's real name?
His real name was Jarad Anthony Higgins. He chose the name Juice WRLD after earlier using the name "JuiceTheKidd," inspired by Tupac Shakur's character in the film *Juice*.
What does 999 mean?
Juice WRLD explained that 999 is an upside-down 666, representing taking a bad or negative situation and turning it into something positive. It became a symbol for his fans and the name of his mother's charity, the Live Free 999 Fund.
What was Juice WRLD's biggest song?
"Lucid Dreams" (2018) was his breakthrough hit, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming one of the most-streamed songs of its time.
How did Juice WRLD die?
Juice WRLD died on December 8, 2019, in Chicago, six days after his 21st birthday. The medical examiner ruled his death an accidental overdose. His family has since spoken openly about addiction to help other young people.
What is the Live Free 999 Fund?
The Live Free 999 Fund was set up by his mother, Carmela Wallace, in 2020 to support young people struggling with mental health and substance use, carrying on the openness Juice WRLD showed in his music.