Jay-Z said he was inspired by the power of Kuti's work and his life story, which resulted in his interest to help produce the musical. [101] Fela! is a story about an African pioneer and political activist who made his first moves on the scene during the 1970s. [101] Jay-Z performing at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2010

Dec 27, 2024 · Jay-Z’s efforts to dismiss a case accusing him of raping a then-13-year-old girl in 2000 have been denied by a judge, who also granted the “Jane Doe” accuser the ability to...

Since 1996, 21-time GRAMMY award-winner, Shawn "JAY-Z" Carter has been a dominant force in popular culture. With multiple businesses and accolades across the various entertainment and lifestyle...

Jan 13, 2025 · JAY-Z, American rapper and entrepreneur, one of the most influential figures in hip-hop in the 1990s and early 21st century. His songs included ‘Izzo (H.O.V.A.),’ ‘99 Problems,’ ‘Empire State of Mind,’ ‘No Church in the Wild,’ and ‘Holy Grail.’

May 12, 2021 · American rapper, songwriter, and producer Jay-Z is one of the best-selling artists of all time. He has won 24 Grammy Awards throughout his career, which includes 14 No. 1 albums and hit...

Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), known professionally as Jay-Z (stylized as JAY-Z), [a] is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, actor, and entrepreneur. He is the former CEO of Def Jam Recordings and Roc-A-Fella Records .

2 days ago · Jay-Z has been the co-producer of the Super Bowl halftime show since 2019, which means he’s a part of the team that selects the halftime performers each year.

As of December 2024, Forbes reported Jay-Z's net worth to be $2.5 billion. Here's everything to know about how Jay-Z amassed his fortune.

Dec 2, 2024 · Jay-Z, born Shawn Corey Carter on December 4, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York, is a towering figure in the world of hip-hop and beyond, transcending his early life challenges in Brooklyn's Marcy Projects to become a global icon.

Shawn Corey Carter, known professionally as Jay-Z, is an American rapper, businessman, and record executive. Rooted in East Coast hip-hop, he was named the greatest rapper of all time...