Bernie’s book was nothing short of inspiration and a story that introduces a mindset to keep one on a path to success. He was truly a man with blinders on. He navigated Hollywood keeping his roots in tact and stood on principles taught to him by his family. I’m afraid there won’t ever be another like him.

I like & enjoy Bernie, not the best biography, that is correct but he was a unique individual which makes his story a very good one. A boy from the ghetto who went through many hardship, made it without compromising himself. It's a delightful & insightful book.

...I couldn't put the book down!!! Anyone looking for pearls of wisdom, and I mean there are some rugged blue mother oysters of wisdom in this one, but 'Maybe You Never Cry Again' will give it to you straighter and realer than a stand-up routine of any length could ever tell.

A well put-together memoir from start to finish. The reading is not only rare and raw, but comes from a man with a heart as tender as it was big. The wisdom doesn't lay flat, but rather stands up to the telling of a persuasive entertainer. Told in crisp, jaunting, Bernie Mac fashion it's all in here; the values Bernie placed on becoming a man (stemming from his grandparents, his mother, and even his brother), his marriage & marriage, friends & friendships, his daughter & raising children, and how perspicaciously he modeled these values to steer his career. There is so much in here, and the book at approximately 300 pages is filled with pictures as well.

Overall the pacing is smooth and in quite a few spots especially touching. The comedy (true to Bernie Mac form) is fiercely honest, which includes many clips of his performances... some well-known, others less known. And the narration is unfailingly, over the top, all around inspirational. My gosh, can't nothing be more powerful than a man who values family!

He is a fantastic comedian, his show was wonderfully written/acted, but good lord this was a horribly written and read book.

Most comedians' autobiographies are funny, but Bernie Mac's hard life leaves the reader more amazed than amused. There are funny moments, to be sure, but we're left with great respect for this hardworking man of integrity who put the same pride of ownership into his comedy as he did to every other job in his life.
A true King of Comedy.

This was everything I didn’t know I needed. I listened to the audiobook where Bernie narrated his own story. It was really powerful.

Loved his story.

Insightful, Moving & Laugh Out Loud Funny! Excellent Read! I Loved It!

Suprisingly, this book has many tips on good parenting. I miss you Bernie Mac.

This book is one of the prime reasons why I love autobiographies. The book is definitely written in his voice and this is another book where the medicine is in the candy. He tells his life story what happened and how he felt and thought in those moments. He really paints a very good picture for the reader. This book is surprisingly a great source of inspiration. I would recommend this book to young boys emerging into adulthood who had an unconventional childhood or someone who is ready to give up on something they really really want. This book is for survivors.

This autobiography was surprisingly good. I started reading it,with no expectations,at the recommendation of a friend. Although I grew up watching The Bernie Mac show, I knew nothing about the man himself. Bernie takes you through his entire life, from childhood to his rise to success,and injects comedy into the appropriate places. He doesn't overdo it on the jokes and he addresses important issues. The two greatest lessons learned from this book are to stay persistent and consistent. Remain true to yourself and people will have no choice but to respect you.

Actual Rating 3.5. Not the best memoir I've ever read but I loved hearing about Bernie's life in his own words.