JAŸ-Z

Shawn Corey Carter, known professionally as Jay-Z, is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur. Born on December 4, 1969, in New York City, Jay-Z began his musical career in the late 1980s. He co-founded the record label Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995 and released his debut studio album Reasonable Doubt in 1996, earning critical acclaim. With twelve additional albums, including The Blueprint, The Black Album, American Gangster, and 4:44, Jay-Z has achieved both creative and commercial success. He is also the founder and chairman of Roc Nation, an entertainment company, and served as the president and CEO of Def Jam Recordings from 2004 to 2007. Jay-Z has collaborated with various artists, including Kanye West on the album Watch the Throne and Beyoncé on Everything Is Love.