Jay Z Biography – Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z, is an American rapper, record executive, and media mogul.
He is considered as one of hip-most hop’s influential musicians.
He was the CEO of Def Jam Recordings and was instrumental in the economic and creative success of artists like as Kanye West, Rihanna, and J. Cole.
Who is Jay Z?
Jay-Z has officially become the first rapper to become a billionaire, with a net worth of $1 billion!
Shawn Carter, who was born in Brooklyn, began his rap career by co-founding Roc-A-Fella Records.
In 1996, he released his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, which earned him $2.3 million.
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter personifies the rap-to-riches fantasy. He maintained his progress as a rapper and businessman with an entrepreneurial approach and loads of talent.
Jay Z Net Worth: How much money does he have?
As of June 14, 2022, Jay-Z’s worth is expected to be $1.3 billion.
Jay Z Career
Despite being nameless for a brief period of his early career, he quickly gained to prominence through collaborations with Kareem Burke and Damon Dash. The three subsequently established their own independent record label, Roc-A-Fella Records.
In 1996, he published his debut album, ‘Reasonable Doubt.’ Although it was not well received by the public, it is largely regarded as one of the best albums of all time, with songs like ‘Can’t Knock the Hustle’ and ‘Brooklyn’s Finest.’
With the album ‘Vol.2… Hard Knock Life,’ he garnered even more popularity in 1998. The album’s title track, ‘Hard Knock Life,’ is considered Jay-most Z’s successful commercial song to date. This was the beginning of his success and career in the music industry.
He collaborated with ‘M.I.A’ on their track ‘XXXO’ in 2012.
In July 2013, he released his studio album, ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail.’ Jay-Z also stated that he will be launching a sports agency called ‘Roc Nation Sports’ soon.
Jay Z Age: How old is he?
Jay-Z was born in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, New York on December 4, 1969. He has been alive for 52 years.
Jay Z Wife: Beyoncé Giselle Knowles
Jay-Z and Beyoncé married in a private ceremony in New York City in 2008.
Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin, and the bride’s fellow Destiny’s Child alums Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams were among the 40 guests who attended the private event.