that1creativelady's review against another edition
4.0
There were some repetitive statements and a few unnecessary anecdotes, but overall good story telling.
Although I think he may have glossed over the possibility that during that time at ILC when his ideas kept getting declined and ridiculed, he was getting high. Maybe he was being one of those people who think they are funny when they are high, but they aren't.
Although I think he may have glossed over the possibility that during that time at ILC when his ideas kept getting declined and ridiculed, he was getting high. Maybe he was being one of those people who think they are funny when they are high, but they aren't.
shannanh's review against another edition
5.0
Anyone who was a teenager or older in the 90's probably watched In Living Color. Now one of the stars, Tommy Davidson tells his truth, from the way his adopted mother found him in a trash can, to his time on the show, his family life as well as his addictions. Mr. Davidson gives his truth, in a raw and honest way. I especially appreciated the way his mother made sure he knew the African American part of him (She did a much better job than Lynn's sister did on that episode of Girlfriends). He didn't seem to throw anyone under the bus, he just gave his honest truth. The way he felt and the way things happened through his eyes. I really enjoyed this book.
I received a copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All Thoughts and opinions are my own.
I received a copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All Thoughts and opinions are my own.
1sfranklin's review against another edition
4.0
Great memoir of sorts! Great to learn about such a great comedy icon from the 90s. I enjoyed learning about his upbringing and his career. His story also shows how important it is to get therapy to resolve underlined issues from childhood to avoid major issues.
addicted2bookz's review against another edition
5.0
In the beginning, it seemed like he focused more on the show In Living Color than himself. As I continued to read, I understood why it seemed that way. The show was his big break. I was surprised at how Keenan Wayans treated him and others who weren't Wayans. He exposed some folks, but not maliciously. He managed to keep a lot of his personal life out of the book. As for other readers who were put off by the language, he's a comedian who has never marketed himself as one who doesn't use profanity. #Coronacationreading
booksenvogue's review against another edition
4.0
This memoir was way overdue! In Living Color was Tommy Davidson's big break. As an infant abandoned in the trash, discovered and raised by a white family, who stumbled into comedy as a child, this man has a deeply personal story to tell. This book was a blunt and honest revelation for a behind the scenes account of the 90s hit show. The book also briefly hints on Tommy Davidson's career as a whole, racism, nepotism in the industry, family life, and addiction. There was a lot to unpack with this one, but Tommy Davidson tells it in a way that will still make you laugh from time to time.
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I encourage you to check this out ( FYI, this contains explicit language here and there).
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I encourage you to check this out ( FYI, this contains explicit language here and there).
ladyida1's review against another edition
5.0
LOVE THIS autobiography.
It was simple and to the point. It wasnt alot of name dropping nor was it putting alot of poeple down and making himself look good. Just telling his life from his point of view.
He's a very good story teller.
It was simple and to the point. It wasnt alot of name dropping nor was it putting alot of poeple down and making himself look good. Just telling his life from his point of view.
He's a very good story teller.
mrreadwrites's review against another edition
4.0
Not bad at all. Tommy Davidson has a very interesting story to tell. And I'm glad he told it.
mickified's review against another edition
5.0
An intense and enjoyable book where sentimentality and talking smack intertwine. RIP, Solley’s.
kvmartin's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Great read. I love how he told his story. I like the fact even the people that he felt felt hurt he didnt bash, but up lifted them and didnt make you feel negative toward them. He showed you how you can learn from everything that happens to you in you life. You can take those experiences good and bad and grow.