As we know poker is an extremely tense game. It all comes down to mind control over your opponent. Bluffing is a huge strategy when playing your hand. The psychology of poker is to always stay one step ahead.
Music is the key to many things in life and poker is no different. Getting the right motivation from music can be a deal-breaker with how you go into a poker game. I’ve compiled a playlist of songs that will help you prepare for battle during your poker tournament.
Jeezy – Get Ya Mind Right
With anything you want to be successful at, you have to be in the right mind frame. Tunnel vision is important when playing poker. Eliminate all distractions and keep your eye on the prize. Jeezy’s track Get Ya Mind Right is a clear reminder of that.
Pusha T – Money On My Mind
Transitioning into Pusha T’s Money On My Mind will certainly keep you on your A-game. Pusha is the epitome of what hustling is all about. Staying one step ahead is how Pusha has positioned himself in the hip hop world which now extends beyond music.
Meek Mill – Check
For motivational use only is what Meek Mill lives by. Meek has a large library of songs where it motivates you to go out and get it. Sometimes we are all dealt a bad hand, but it’s how you make the best of that hand. Meek Mill has constantly come out on the winning side when getting the short end of the stick, you can too.
Kanye West – Can’t Tell Me Nothing
Kanye West is one of the most confident artists and it shows in his catalog. Can’t Tell Me Nothing represents Kanye’s confidence and is a perfect song to help build up your confidence when heading into a game of poker.
Nipsey Hussle – Hussle And Motivate
The late great Nipsey Hussle lived by the motto “all money in”. Nipsey represented always taking full control of every situation. Poker is a game where you want to control the pot with bet size and position. Always be willing to bet on yourself.
50 Cent – I Gotta Win
A winner knows he’s a winner. Going into any poker game, this is the attitude one must have in order to come out on top. Who better than 50 Cent to help make sure you. 50 Cent who came from very humble beginnings rose not only to the top of the Hip-Hop world but the world of business.
Jay-Z – Roc Boys (And The Winner Is)
There’s no such thing as second place. Jay-Z has displayed this throughout his career. From the music industry to the world of sports, Shawn Carter has shown what it takes to win. Hard work and dedication but more importantly consistency. A consistent strategy is what has set the Brooklyn boy far apart from his peers. Jay-Z has given you the blueprint, now it’s up to you to follow it and use it to your advantage to come out on top.
In conclusion, the key to gaining some edge in poker starts with your mindstate. You have to remain cool, calm, and collective. Never panic, stay on your toes and always stay a step ahead of your opponent.
With anything you want to be successful at, you have to already know you are successful. Having an aura of success will bring you nothing less than success. Confidence will intimate your opponent at the poker table. That fear will throw them off their game and give a strong edge. Don’t be afraid to go all in!
