Greenlights

Written by:
Matthew McConaughey
Narrated by:
Matthew McConaughey

Unabridged Audiobook

Ratings
Book
3238
Narrator
808
Release Date
October 2020
Duration
6 hours 42 minutes
Summary
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Discover the life-changing memoir that has inspired millions of readers through the Academy Award®–winning actor’s unflinching honesty, unconventional wisdom, and lessons learned the hard way about living with greater satisfaction.

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE GUARDIAN

“McConaughey’s book invites us to grapple with the lessons of his life as he did—and to see that the point was never to win, but to understand.”—Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

I’ve been in this life for fifty years, been trying to work out its riddle for forty-two, and been keeping diaries of clues to that riddle for the last thirty-five. Notes about successes and failures, joys and sorrows, things that made me marvel, and things that made me laugh out loud. How to be fair. How to have less stress. How to have fun. How to hurt people less. How to get hurt less. How to be a good man. How to have meaning in life. How to be more me.
 
Recently, I worked up the courage to sit down with those diaries. I found stories I experienced, lessons I learned and forgot, poems, prayers, prescriptions, beliefs about what matters, some great photographs, and a whole bunch of bumper stickers. I found a reliable theme, an approach to living that gave me more satisfaction, at the time, and still: If you know how, and when, to deal with life’s challenges—how to get relative with the inevitable—you can enjoy a state of success I call “catching greenlights.”
 
So I took a one-way ticket to the desert and wrote this book: an album, a record, a story of my life so far. This is fifty years of my sights and seens, felts and figured-outs, cools and shamefuls. Graces, truths, and beauties of brutality. Getting away withs, getting caughts, and getting wets while trying to dance between the raindrops.
 
Hopefully, it’s medicine that tastes good, a couple of aspirin instead of the infirmary, a spaceship to Mars without needing your pilot’s license, going to church without having to be born again, and laughing through the tears.
 
It’s a love letter. To life.
 
It’s also a guide to catching more greenlights—and to realizing that the yellows and reds eventually turn green too.
 
Good luck.
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Zaimah H.

Can’t find a better voice. To tell better stories. With content more enlightening and practical. Loved it. (PS... Greenlight.)

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Adela C.

It was so good I keep talking about it! Listening to it again!

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Trenton G.

The most I’ve ever enjoyed a self improvement book. McConaughey has a life worth listening to. Beneficial for anyone in good or bad times. Thanks!

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Anonymous

Great book until the last 7 minutes….. once he went all BLM I turned it off!

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MaKaibree R.

I don’t even have to read it to know how life changing and amazing it’s going to be. I waited up till 1AMmst for its release. Finally got it. Can’t wait to read it. Thank you for writing this inspiration Matthew! XO

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Jacob B.

great read

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Ro3cc

An amazing story to an incredible life which is relevant to us all on a personal level.

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Anonymous

Alright, alright, alright. Some stories are interesting, but after awhile the ego and bs gets to be too much.

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Rone B.

I dare not write “unbelievably” good!! But it was fabulous! I listened to it when ever I could and was annoyed to have to stop listening! I had no idea of how interesting Mathew is and remains to be. I was lucky to have listened to this book rather than reading it, because Mathew’s voice oozed with charisma and completed the experience. This was an easy 5 star listen.

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Renee

Only through the first hour but I could listen to this all day.. very entertaining! Highly recommend!

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Christine R.

What a great read by Matthew. He is so much more than what we have seen as an actor. I thought his words and inspirations were very thought provoking, interesting and worth hearing/following. I enjoyed that he didn't relive all of his dating experiences as some authors tend to do. He is blessed to have found the one woman that allows him to be himself to experience his life to the fullest. His life and all of the experiences are very interesting. I highly recommend.

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Anonymous

Language is awful. F this F that. Couldn’t finish this

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Kerey D.

This audiobook had me spellbound from minute one. It’s both an autobiography and a roadmap for life, punctuated by hilarious, thoughtful or adventurous anecdotes. I was surprised by Matthew’s depth, honesty (even in his dishonesty….you’ll have to listen to understand that thought!) and his humility. His hunger to taste everything life has to offer, to risk it all, how rich this parallel life was juxtaposed to his Hollywood movie star status. His notion of what marriage could do to him struck a chord with me. How that notion changed during his relationship with Camilla broke a barrier for me - I was reminded to live every day with intention. His spirituality, and how he looks at the world and other cultures could heal the darkest of hearts. There are so many gems in this book which are made all the more palatable by his infectious narration. I will give it a few days and listen to it all over again. #highlyrecommend

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Shahrzad T.

It didn’t teach me anything. Appeared more of a self serving book for the author.

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Caroline

Best book listened to in 2021. Love it. Didn’t want the book to end. What a narrator too!

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Anonymous

Interesting listen but seems exaggerated.

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Jonathan Ramos

very impressive

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Anonymous

Not so «all right!» As someone who seeks out the astronomy from the astrology, I found this book’s bumperstickphilosophy somewhat to light weighted. I’m suprised it became a NYT bestseller..

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Patty Oole

An easy listen; uplifting inspirational story for the wild souls.

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Krys H.

Fantastic!!

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Manuela L.

Absolutely loved listening to this audiobook. I found myself driving down the road with a big smile on my face or just laughing out loud. Matthew McConaughey not only wrote a very entertaining book, but his narration is thoroughly enjoyable!

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Ramona G.

Read out of curiosity. Interesting stories, he’s had some life. 5 stars if you love him because that will make a difference. For me, it was OK. If you don’t like him, don’t bother. He’s definitely a colorful character. Definitely not life changing or inspirational in any way. Just crazy stories, really.

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Frazer N.

Some amazing stories and a solid easy listen. He can be pretty over enthusiastic at times which can get a little annoying. But can't fault him for it, its part of his charm and I wouldn't be listening to it in the first place if it was some old literary grump narrating it!

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Michelle H.

Interesting, enlightening, and calming all at once!

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Jay N.

I tore through this faster than any book I've read in a long time...and I wasn't even that big of a McConaughey fan. I am now though. This book is fantastic, inspirational, and addicting. 5/5 stars for Matthew.

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Travis C.

It’s definitely a good book to listen to again and possibly by the printed copy. Loved it!!

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Michele O.

Best autobiography I’ve listened to. So good!

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Michelle E.

Great story teller!

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Danny U.

McConaughey did a great job of story telling some very cool events that have happened in his life. Phenomenal listen

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Tawana A.

This by far is my absolute favorite autobiography! I loved listening to him tell all of his stories-he knows what he’s doing. I could listen to Matthew McConaughey narrate all my books

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Jesse D.

This is a great book to read or listen to. I love hearing his ways of storytelling with his accents and all. He is such a positive, free spirit man. He is truly a smart person who has lived an interesting incredible journey so far. A must read and must buy!!

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Caroline L.

It started out well, but deteriorated into an egotistical monologue. Although only 6+ hours I had a hard timing finishing as it became repetitive and boring.

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Virginia W.

I love this book and listening the Matt’s voice. I want more!

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Antonio M.

The f**king man!

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Cricket B.

Matthew McConaughey is an incredible story teller! He made this book come to life!

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Michelle M.

Great Book!

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Slwmvr

Excellent read!

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Anonymous

Absolutely perfect! I don’t know where to start—LISTEN TODAY, thank me later

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Sharon P.

Loved this book. It is interesting and had no idea of Matthew’s poetic side. It’s a wonderful listen.

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Hillary P.

Loved it!!!

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Crystal I.

I was on the Art of Livin and it was amazing. I downloaded Greenlights that night. Greenlights is an amazing book. You see what Matthew went through in life and it teaches you to see opportunities everywhere. Thank you for your book!

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Hkintzler

Best book I have listened to in a long time. So happy to hear him narrate his own story. Loved it will listen to it again.

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Jamie M.

McConaughey narrates the living memoir in his own person which I have a massive new found respect for. From his desire to escape his fame, to chasing it and becoming characters, and how his family values and 10 things he want's to accomplish keep him living for the day. His family values, lessons in life and continuance of this life journey are loudly refreshing.

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Leo C.

Easily the best book I've read this year

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Rin S.

It’s worth your time. The rhythm of his writing demands that he reads this, and McConaughey’s performance does not disappoint. I’ll add my voice to the chorus of folks saying they will or have already given it a second listen.

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Anonymous

Great book! Very insightful! Brilliant man!

This can only be done by listening to get the full effect! Loved it!

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Anonymous

The story and content is good, but I find it overrated. The narrator is a very good actor indeed, but the style of narrating was bit too didactic for me.

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Jami L.

Excellent book. Having MM narrate his writing is special and made the book even more of interest. Thought provoking!

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Hunter P.

What an outstanding book and story by an amazing actor. lessons of life told within the soothing voice of Wooderson himself. This is one of the most important journey and self motivational books you'll ever listen to. Give this a read it's pretty "Alright, Alright, Alright!"

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John A.

Absolutely amazing book

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Kristina H.

Good book

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Whitney H.

I love listening to him. Green lights is just another way of saying I am the luckiest guy on earth. His life really isn’t that interesting. I would have rather heard about his time cross country camping in trailer parks or his love life. It’s all very surface level

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TheGretch

I loved this book! Matthew’s writing and narrating is so entertaining. A great listen, if you need a mood lift. Have listened to it more than once.

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Lorena G.

Very important tips and reflections throughout the book for a happy and productive life. Funny and inspiring storytelling.

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Anonymous

Such a great read.

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Hassan A.

nice

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Brendan C.

I liked it alot.

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Anonymous

what a life changing book!

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Lynn K.

Such a great voice. I very much enjoyed this listen because it was real. It was funny despite its depth. The parenting insight he noted was spot on with my own experiences. I’ll listen to it again just to laugh at the stories again.

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Susan W.

It started off well enough. Lots of great wisdom and tid bits. Then it turned mid way through.

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Stephanie G.

I wonder what would have happened if he could have crossed paths with Matthew Perry.

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Tanya S.

The author really didn’t show us him. The narration was a reverie of bullet points on a timeline. I couldn’t make any connections to any of the people in this book. The details lacked personal connection. I was disappointed. M.M. Showed zero vulnerability. He had all of the answers. He had zero problems. He was a hero without true human conflict.

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Alexina K.

Great story and fabulous narration

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Harry P.

one of the best autobiographys ever!!!

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Dustin B.

Hands down my favorite book. I give it a two thumbs up “green light”

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Jesper L.

Very inspiring with many insights

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Alan W.

Made the time go fast driving to Florida.

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Vanessa G.

A wild ride and beautifully flawed journey. I enjoyed his candor and his openness to his childhood. I grew up in a similar environment and I understand the feeling of being protective of your upbringing. The ending was WILD tho

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John G.

A great read from start to finish. While some of the chapters become redundant, it is a down to earth accounting of life, love, setbacks, and green lights.

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Anonymous

I love it, thanks for writing this inspiration!

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Mariana V.

It's a shame not all audiobooks get to have the same enthusiastic and professional interpretation. This one is a must listen, specially to people that want to start their journey into audiobooks.

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J R.

Interesting story, pretty amazing experiences, and VERY clever to record his thoughts AND look back to reflect on them. A bit of an ego and a little preachy at the end, but considering his start in life, what a trip. We listen in the car and lost the end of many thoughts when he stopped talking so loud. couldn't modulate the controls fast enough. Overall worth a listen, just to realize that we should be present and aware.

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Michelle D.

This was extremely entertaining and filled with great life lessons we can all learn from.

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Susan S.

AMAZING. Absolutely thought provoking throughout the book. The narration of Matthew's voice is, as always, smooth and so easy to listen to. I will be listening to this book again, and again.

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Samantha M.

My first audio book and I enjoyed listening to it during my commute. I don’t think i would have enjoyed it hard copy, as I did listening to Matthew narrate his own book. Very effective!

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Tonya H.

Great- straight from the author

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Nadja C.

Oh how I wish the authors of the books were always the narrators!! Not only is this book ABSOLUTELY AMAZING and gave me so much perspective about life and how to live it, but the story told by McConaughey is unlike any other I’ve ever heard! I laughed, I cried, I anticipated what he was about to say, completely immersed in the story.

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Anonymous

Love to hear him narrate his life

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Anonymous

Really enjoyed hearing stories from his life. Love the concept of greenlights. I couldn't imagine anyone reading this but Matthew.

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Pamela Brown

This is by far one of the best books that I have listened to. Having him read his own material made it even better. So many useful leasons. This is a must!!!!

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alicegeorgia

I find the book very inspiring and Matthew is taking it to the next level with his interpretation. I’m happy I chose to listen it, not reading it.

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Anonymous

He is a great storyteller

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Gail R.

Really enjoyed listening to this!

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Suzann E.

Loved the book and all its surprises. The reading was, at times, overly dramatic. Still, I recommend it!

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Barbara A.

Loved this book. And who best to narrate than the author himself.

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Amy N.

it was amazing. I've listened 3 times already. love it.

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Anonymous

Expected a genuine biography but got a kitschy bro blog – “Green Light”!

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Keith L.

This book is absolutely amazing and eye opening! I highly recommend this book!!

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Theresa S.

Outstanding. Fun to read and inspiring Overall job well done!

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Candice

Very inspiring

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Chelsea E.

Great listen on the road. Good stuff

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Christal T.

I LOVED this book and Matthew rocked as the narrator. Amazing, funny, down to earth read. Definitely recommend. Thank you for sharing your story!

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Angela H.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book!! I laughed; it was thought-provoking and inspiring! Great read!

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Raluca R.

Great!

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Anonymous

It was an easy listen and I loved how he told his own story.

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Shelly R.

You do not have to be a Fan of Matthew's to enjoy this book. He is a fabulous story teller. I enjoyed every part of this book

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Siobhán H.

A great listen

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David S.

The best audiobook I have ever listened to!

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Jaimie J.

I really enjoyed this book. I love that it was read by Matthew himself.

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Samantha S.

I laughed out loud and cried un apologetically bc that’s what MM does to you. I highly recommend the audio narration to fully appreciate. It’s must add to your autobiography list.

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Anonymous

I could listen to it over and over again. So many little and big takeaways, you don’t want to miss them. You want to take it all in and carry the messages with you. Thank you Matthew McConaughey!

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Debra B.

Firstly, a great narration by Matthew. It's mostly upbeat with entertaining stories and positive vibes. What do the Australians say? Good on ya!

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Gwenaëlle N.

Great spirit, great story, inspiring !

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Roman S.

Best book I’ve ever read!

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Jimmy N.

Great book and great stories told by Matthew himself. Inspiring book and just great to hear stories and fun read.

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NewRob B.

#BEST Inevitably

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Faith L.

Recommended it to so many people!

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David G.

Brilliant and captivating.

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Larry S.

Good story telling, but tough to take away lessons with the variation in pace. Will need to read it now and take notes. But the listen was entertaining with his own voice and style.

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Heather M.

I didn’t know what to expect from Mathew McConaghey and had no preconceived notions about the book nor did I realize it was a self help book when I started. It was wonderful and entertaining. I found myself looking forward to my work commute to listen more. Great narration. Would highly recommend. Alright, alright, alright.

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Anonymous

Absolutely loved listening to greenlights!

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Shokoofeh K.

Amazing book and exceptional narration. I picked many life lessons, especially the reinvention part, what I experienced myself every couple of years and looked back proud.

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Anonymous

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Being from Oklahoma is easy to connect with his words. I found many common phrasing oh, and receive many laughs. His voice is very relaxing and the speech pattern is very easy for me to relate to. I have a hunch, that alright alright alright came from the feeling of pulling up to a pasture party Bonfire keg combo with a lot of pretty girls.

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Razvan Gligor

His voice is adding an extra flavour to this book. Of course his experience is one of a kind but if you like the actor, you're going to enjoy the journey presented in this book.

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Aaron Linden

I always loved Matthew's movies from the first to his last ones. the listen was a very good and I know I'll try to listen to it again someday soon because it was that good! who ever reads this will want to also! This Book deserves 10 Stars

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Aneehs

Love his insights on life and living. Thank you Matthew for this beautiful book. I wish to hear more of you through books.

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Natalie H.

Now I am going to go back and listen to it all again.....can't tell enough folks to read/listen and start Liv'n!

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Anonymous

Couldnt stop listening!

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Expressively Y.

Wow such an incredible audiobook. Greenlight.

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Anonymous

Great book! His voice is awesome!

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Anonymous

Love listening to him and it was entertaining. Not the best book ever, but enjoyable.

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AlliMacke

Loved everything about this book! Everything!

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Brenda B.

A book that keeps you smiling!!!

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Frankie C.

Candid and perfectly narrated by the very animated author/actor himself. It is as if you are watching a movie because he enables you to visualize everything so well!

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Mai S.

Enjoyed every minute of it and loved the voice of one of my all-time favourite actor! Laughed out loud for the impressions of mama and pops' - so geniously told!

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Lorin B.

Alright, alright, alright. Great book. Fun listen.

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Starlyn 3.

Wow! Just wow. Thank you for sharing your funny, wild life! Pray that you always love God and your precious family! Alright Alright Alright!

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Anonymous

The best memoir ever…unique very different from any other autobiography. You can learn a lot by listening to his “notes”. Also you cannot find a better beautiful voice!

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Anonymous

Interesting storytelling through his words. It was exactly what I expected.

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Franciszek K.

Although I thought that this book would be something more of a guide (I'm still a little bit disappointed that it wasn't) the experience of hearing (and almost being in) those stories was truly amazing, especially because of the brillant narrator job of Matthew McConaughey himself.

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Nancy H.

Absolutely the best!!

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Luisiana M.

A M A Z I N G

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Anonymous

This is in my top 3 favorite books I’ve read this year - I want to get the paperback too so I can see the scrapbook type affect, but with that said I looved the audio version. This book made me laugh

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Nicoleta T.

I enjoyed every second of this book.

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Tautvydas R.

The movies Free state of Jones, The Gentleman just forced enjoy to the most details of Matthews art of actor skills and effort. And then Jordan Peterson, Joe Rogan brought attention to the Greenlights book as well as nice worth listening conversation. So the book was in somewhat good expectation territory already, no surprise it was just a pleasure to my ears and soul while going through the day routine at work. 5 stars to you Matthew greenlight indeed

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Anonymous

Matthew is a great storyteller and has been through some crazy stuff in life. If you like him as an actor, you’ll love this book.

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Roxanne D.

The book was great, I'd listen again.

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Charles N.

Awesome mind and depth of soul

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Anonymous

Thought the narration was over dramatic. I expected to love this book as I was a huge fan of his, after listening to his story, not so much anymove

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Adriana Muntean

An amazing experience, which I started recommending to my clients in coaching because, besides being very well written, funny and insightful, it is also therapeutic. And his voice is always a bliss :)

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Anonymous

wow, loved the book. always been a fan of Matthew. ..I think it was a well written book of his life, by him. will recommend to alot of people

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Anonymous

to dramatic.... reminded me of a beat street poet...

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Anonymous

Great storytelling keeps you interested and you can see it happen. Riding in the car with Matthew as he drives back and forth from one state to another.

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Cherish S.

NARRATED BY THE MAN HIMSELF?! Nothing gets better than this. I LOVE this book!! Definitely a good read, his look out at life is amazing.

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claire s.

Enjoyable, well read by McConaughey himself.

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Angelia C.

Great story! Such an inspiration… Greenlights the classy way to proclaim “winning”!

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JoAnne D.

Mathew is a great story teller.. I was laughing out loud and crying several times. I will for sure listen to it again. Great message!

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Matthew S.

Wonderful book

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Amy G.

I enjoyed this book so much. He did a great job all around. Bumper sticker: write more books Mathew!!

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Paniz R.

Pretty inspirational, definitely worths listening even for the second time

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Yotam E.

Alright alright alright!

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Susan Rollenhagen

Pretty good, about what I expected. Nothing really too enlightening, but he's so charming it makes up for it.

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Cynthia D.

What a great audio book! Narrated by the author, he had me laughing so much, I left my car running at the parking garage while listening with ear buds while walking to work. He had me crying about his joy of being a father. I love the thought he put into writing this book. Each of us may not make millions, but can understand his philosophy, maybe you already live by it or can get some words of wisdom from it. His book has pictures taken throughout his life and the audio has his verbal expressions, its yours to pick. It was for sure a greenlight to me!!

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Jackie B.

Amazing book, I’ve been telling everyone!!

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Anonymous

Great book. Authentic, well-thought through.

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Anonymous

Loved it, could come back to “listen” to it a time or two when needing positivity!!

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Anonymous

Very good book and Matthew my hat is off to you and thank you for the great read

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Davy W.

Was good up until the very end when he got political like so many Hollywood actors do.

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Anonymous

Honest story of True Lion! God bless Matthew

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thejudylwd

Fascinating! Thoroughly enjoyed

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Chris B.

Amazing! I loved every bumper sticker, every experience, and every dream pursued. Thanks for sharing your journey so far. It inspired me greatly!

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Suzanne P.

Very interesting. Remarkably self absorbed.

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Anonymous

A great book written by a great actor with an amazing voice!

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Cynthia G.

I Loved it!

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Anonymous

Thanks Matthew

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Julius O.

Entertaining but good information on the process of life.

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Arlene F.

I loved listening to Mathew M. tell his story but I had to give him a 4/5 because he sometimes goes off into existential tangents. I absolutely loved his storytelling and I appreciate his positive advice about « green lights ». I would recommend this book to anyone beginning their life’s journey.

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Hannah T.

Loved this book!! Listening was amazing and I catch myself looking for green lights in life daily!! #newoutlook

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Paula H.

Great, storyteller! I think I could listen to Mathew all day.

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Rebeca A.

alright. alright. alright

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Anonymous

Loved this! Funny and Optimistic!

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Shelley W.

Awesome book. Having him narrate was really good.

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Anonymous

I absolutely loved reading Greenlights and then listening to the audio book was fantastic of course I've always been a huge fan of Mathew McConaughey and by the way he read the book in the audio version showed not only little things everyone should do in their life but i reckon it shows most of all just how writing this book brought back so many memories he hadn't thought about in years and how happy he sounded while reading his book

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Albert G.

This was an extremely enjoyable book to listen to. Matthew did a great job telling his story. I was a little sad when the book was finished because I enjoyed it so much. AMG

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Michael T.

This book was not “Alright Alright Alright” it was absolutely amazing! I listened to it while out on my bicycle rides.. Once I finished, I just started it all over again! There was some solid advice, and awesome life stories shared here in these pages! Great job McConaughey

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Angela M.

Awesome listen! Matthew has an awesome voice and interesting outlook on life. Highly recommended

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Sloane D.

If you like Matthew and his works, this book is a great insight into the man we know today. I loved his philosophies and outlook on life. It was very enjoyable and the fact that he narrated it himself made it that much better. It was the greatest book of all time, but for what it is, I absolutely loved it.

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Anonymous

It was very entertaining listen to McConaughey himself narrating his life story. And really liked his inspiring notes to self. Recommend this.

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Carol S.

Very entertaining! I laughed out loud a lot!

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Kyle S.

Great stories with some lessons sprinkled throughout. Finished it quickly!

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Luis F.

Very interesting story, full of inspiring moments. Very well written. Superb narration. It's always a plus, having the author narrate his own book. When he is an actual actor, magic happens.

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LadyLinda

It was interesting read. I would’ve liked to hear more about his dark childhood and adolescence.

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Anonymous

I laughed, I cried, I related. I notice I now relate to silver linings as “Green Lights” and quoting “bumper stickers” This is the kind of book you can listen to over and over again (and I rarely re-read a book) Well played Matthew McConaughey!

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Kristin R.

Interesting to hear about his past and how he actually took his dreams seriously to figure out what they meant. He’s definitely lived a full life and seen a lot of this world that many of us will never see. Very interesting to have a window into that wandering mindset. Great life lessons learned are passed on to readers. Know your identity and who you want to be and live it out well. He tells us to know our values and doesn’t shy away from occasionally mentioning his trust in God.

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Milica D.

Lots of great lessons on life, living and continuing to live. An inspiring story, well written and read, for anyone who needs to realize how precious our time here on Earth is.

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TAMERA L.

Awesome Book! I loved it from beginning to end! I laughed and I learned new things. I recommend this book to any adult!

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TOBY B.

I absolutely LOVED IT!

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Christina P.

I was able to relate on so many levels. This book really opens your mind up to your own life’s greenlights.

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Anonymous

Such an introspective listen. Inspiring and eye opening. Will listen again!

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Stephanie T.

Great life lessons.

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Jonathan M.

Wow, what a great listen! Took me by surprise, actually. Matthew has led such a remarkably interesting life, and to hear him tell it is even better than reading it; though I must confess, I would be reading it in his voice, regardless. His stories and recollections are captivating, and I often found myself waiting in the car until one was finished. The pace of the book moves seamlessly, once you get used to the wonky format, ie no real chapters, etc. Overall, I highly recommend this.

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Asian Baabe

A window to his soul... this book was amazing and I absolutely loved it. Having the author narrate it was the icing on the cake - thank you Matthew McConaughey.

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Anonymous

It made me feel amazing. The book is essential and the narrator is in tune with the message and the feeling

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Zham O.

Really enjoyed the book!

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Anonymous

He is an amazing story teller! This was extremely well written!

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Marcus V.

Matthew is a pretty good story teller.

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Jacklyn V.

An outrageous tail of youth and maneuvering into adulthood with side tracts of fantastic proportions! His continued Respect for each of his parents thoughout it all is very impressive as well as his discovery of his own religious values !

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will Schofield

Great book, was definitely a green light!

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Kay L.

l am currently listening to Green Lights written and narrated b Matthew McConaughey. l really like hearing about his life in his voice. This is a very good book. It give you a different outlook on life.

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Nichola M.

Brilliant.

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Beth V.

Entertaining. Motivating. Inspiring. Perfection in narration by Matthew! Thank you for challenging me and making me think! "GREENLIGHT!"

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Sharina M.

I love this book! Reminiscing about that 3rd parking lot that hardly anyone parked in at Longview High School.

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Cory D.

I loved it !!!!! Thank you very much for writing it

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Anonymous

Thank you for writing this book. My husband and I grew up so differently and he had a hard time with the way my 11 siblings communicate. After reading your book THREE times he understands that it’s OK. Not all families are sugar and spice and that’s ok. It’s what you take away from the experience. Again Mahalo Nui Loa for helping us see the Greenlights in our lives. Much love and wish you the best.

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Sophany Plantenberg

LOVE THIS BOOK!!!

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Anonymous

Raised the bar with excellent narration!

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Mario

I did not like this audiobook at first, but the more I listened, the more I loved it. Way to go Matthew. Greenlights!

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Anonymous

Blew my mind! Great book!

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David S.

Highly recommend, interesting and funny. His narration of the story couldn’t have been better to me.

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Heather M Crawford

I laughed so much and loved listening to the amazing adventures.

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Sabra G.

The part I most related to came at “I had been going to bed with an itchy butt and waking up with a stinky finger long enough.” Ha! Not because I had, but because I am facing daily life so busy yet so off-target from how I want to spend my time. Matthew’s periodic life evaluations are healthy and motivating. I love optimists! Thanks for the book.

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Anonymous

Awesome from start to finish!

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Anonymous

Loved this book, loved that MM read it, made it even better than reading it! His description of Marriage may have been my favorite part. A definite read.

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Gloria R.

Like being able to go along the journey and pick up some lessons.

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Anonymous

Such a stunning book!

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Anonymous

who better to narrate the book than the person who wrote it?! I loved this audiobook so much that I went and bought a hard copy. This was an easy listen, I was interested throughout the entire book. This book is an excellent choice for those who are just starting to get in to audiobooks. GreenLights is a book that is inspiring, and I believe that anyone who reads it will gain something good.

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Karen P.

Kept me entertained and gave a great insight into his life!

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Dawson P.

I loved hearing Matthew read this. I had no idea about his childhood or anything about his personal life and found it quite entertaining. His sense of humor is unique and I’m a fan now more than ever.

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Lizpierce2013

Great stories! I Agree with all the reviews, you feel like you are listening to a friend tell you stories! Such a talented man with a great story to tell!

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Anonymous

Easy listening and Mathews enchanting accent keeps you engaged in every word he says. I love that he narrates his own story.

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Jared L.

Absolutely superb!

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Pat K.

I LOVED this book. He reads it like he talks. I enjoyed listening to it. In fact I finished it in 3 days. I felt that he was sitting next to me. I wish more books were read like this.

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Penny W.

What a fun audiobook! Matthew narrates his amusing, honest stories in his voice with his own chuckles and inflections tossed in. You feel like you’re sitting in a bar having a brewski with a friend. By the end, you feel like you are good, close friends with Matthew McConaughy. Highly recommend! Warning: strong language and adult content. Do not listen with kids around.

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Anonymous

This is a unique audiobook, I love it! I purposely did not read too much about what it was about so I didn't know what to expect. It is very inspirational and can make you giggle at times also.

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Anita L.

Loved this book!! Matthew is so engaging in his delivery and a master at the different accents. He is able to place the listener within the storyline he tells. A good insight into his life to date. Totally recommend this one!!

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Rebecca P.

Was curious on this book. I typically do not care to read or listen to books from celebrities. But this intro caught my attention. Listened to the entire book in one day. It is soo good. Inspiring, honest, intriguing, and best of all ... his honesty to himself, family, and integrity. Hearing his life and determination motivates me and even reminded me to stop and reflect my own life happiness. Highly recommend this book. Oh bonus, listening to him read. Was probably the best part. He told it in his version. I love listening to the author read. I feel more meaning from it.

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BigCat020

As a young listener, this book added motivation and a line of sight to not always take the easy route but to face challengers and climb that hill. Pick your battles and keep on livin... L.I.V.I.N. Fantastic book

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Jeannie Kult

Wow! I loved the book as much as the author. I didn't know if I would enjoy the words as much as the man speaking the words but I was pleasantly surprised. Made me think, made me laugh and made me interested in my own life. what I have done, and haven't done. yet. I've always loved your work Matthew ❤ But now I think I know the man. Just keep living and I'll just keep watchin. Good luck, Jeannie

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Anonymous

What a human and insightful memoir!!! The narration animated and bursting with vitality!!

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Dan T.

Cool book!

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Grant C.

great listen love the attitude love the vulnerability . honesty and morality ..

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Anonymous

Entertaining

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Anonymous

Well written and well spoken!!!

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Kim B.

I loved it!

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Stormi L.

I always loved Matthew M. This book is full of advice, getting you to realize how you can turn a bad situation (red light) into a good one (green light) I would say it's kind of self help but the McConaughey way, maybe the dazed & confused way. definitely would recommend

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Mclean

Very insightful, gonna start it again, couldn’t soak it all in in one try

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Brian J.

Matthew McConaughey is a consummate story teller, he lays out the events and guiding principals of his life in a very entertaining yet thought provoking book. I will recommend this book to everyone, and highly recommend they.get the audiobook version.

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Debra P.

Excellent book. I really enjoyed it! Makes me want to move to Austin

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Sarah V.

Loved it. Thank you

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Tom T.

GREENLIGHT: One of the best books over the past year!

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Gerald M.

Great insight , Greenlight

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Anonymous

Amazing! Enlightening, funny, great listen! I will be listening again!

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Madle

Enjoyable. Funny. Unambiguously recommend the narrated version! Not sure it would have the same punch by just written word.

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Alyssa P.

Loved this. Matthew is one of my favorite actors and I love his voice! Great narration; great messages throughout.

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Kurt S

The intro’s pace and and straightforwardness was good but was not suitable when the first chapter began. It became tiresome after several minutes. I almost turned the book off but continued on. Eventually the tone and pace simmered down. What a relief. The rest of the book was entertaining with exception of moments that seemed like verbal barrages of tmi. I did like Matthew’s voice changes when he spoke in the second person’s character.

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Qtee180

No one is going to tell your life story better than you and I think it was perfect to listen to McConaughey tell it! His stories and the wisdom he learned along the way is life-changing.

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Rae L.

I didn't want the book to end. Having the author narrate was the best possible idea for this book, especially since it was about his life. I loved it.

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Van D.

Outstanding!!! Getting to listen to Matthew for 6 hours was a huge bonus!!!

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Sandi T.

wow. one or two crass descriptions and a tiny bit of old school chauvinism to give an otherwise flawlessly inspired self narrative the tiniest of blemishes. spoken word, poetic prose, the marlborough man - matthew's voice could inspire a bull to grow teats.

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Filip B.

Love Matthew’s voice!

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George L.

After listening to MM talk to three of my favourite podcasters for a couple of hours each and being blown away by his depth and intellect, I was sure I'd want to check this out. I love non-fiction and success stories anyway, but I've also always loved McConaughey in films. He's such a good storyteller, and that soothing Texas drawl is like the icing on the cake. So much wisdom, philosophy and inspiration in this book. Words to live by, to learn from and take into your own life, whatever you're trying to achieve. Matt's the real deal.

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Tara T.

Interesting look into the stars life and family. He does a wonderful narration of his book on tape. you will find yourself smiling and laughing at the humor in his stories that translates well with his unique style of writing and speaking. Would recommend this book it gives you a positive message with a little more insight about the author. It’s a feel good read. Just keep LIVIN

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Mike B.

WTF are you waiting for? Ya'll HAVE to read or listen to this book. So raw, so genuine and such great nuggets of thought provoking questions, statements, quotes and bumper sticker words of wisdom. I laughed out loud to the point of almost peeing my pants, cried a bit and had some deep thinking throughout this entire book. Wherever you are at in this amazing journey of life, this one will help you re-center and truly make you question what is important, what makes us US and what the heck to do once we lock it in. Now I need to go on a road trip and sort some stuff out! Cheers to living our best life NOW!

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Tracy W.

I loved it. The stories were so heart told it was wonderful to listen too. I often smiled, laughed and sighed. I look forward to having the stories and his amazing voice in my life often. Thank you for the sharing your true life lessons and inspirations.

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Steve.C

Awesome book! Funny story’s and a great look inside the man

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Zach H.

Beautiful insights from a beautiful man: both of the body and the soul.

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Ray W.

this book has been more self illuminating and one I wish I had read at 17 running into life. thank you for taking your time to share this with us.

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Melanie P.

I love this book. I admire his vulnerability and learning about his experiences. He is inspiring. I also enjoy his creative mind.

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Patricia H.

This book is so funny and so real. I laughed and cried, played parts over and over. I just love the whole book. I felt such a connection and told my husband he had to read it or listen to it on tape like I did. Awesome is the best way I can describe it. Please write more!!!!

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EsmondFamily

Great book. Great lessons. Fun to listen to. Inspiring.!

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Vera L

It was a great book. His voice is easy to listen to. He is one of my favorite actors. This book made me laugh. Great book! Vera

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Trudy H.

A hoot! Enjoyed it all! Some laugh out loud moments! Interesting life insights! MM a great narrarator... Downloaded to hear again

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Torben S.

Terrific, engageing, cool and very, very nice!!!❤️

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Berva Lorraine H.

Definitely an artist in life and in the movies he has been part of. I enjoyed the view into his life, but he kept the mystery too.

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Ivie A.

A must listen to, then read. Will read again and again. Sending to my children and grands.

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Blake M.

Fantastic book, always been a big fan of his roles in movies but even bigger fan now, the best part was the narration by himself!

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Anonymous

A true poet - of literature and of life. I couldn't put it down - inspiring, educational and, of course, entertaining.

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Miss Rita

Loved it!!

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