JAY-Z‘s extensive discography almost included the Knobody-produced beat that went on to become Big Pun‘s biggest hit, among other now-classic Hip Hop records. According to Roc-A-Fella’s former Head of A&R Kyambo “Hip Hop” Joshua, Knobody had given him the “Still Not A Player” track first, however, it ended up becoming one of many future hits that JAY-Z was not interested …
JAY-Z‘s lyrics on “Big Pimpin’” almost became yet another reason for Pimp C to turn down appearing on the song, famed Roc-A-Fella A&R Kyambo “Hip-Hop” Joshua has revealed. During an appearance on the R.O.A.D. Podcast, Joshua was asked about his process and experiences as the label’s Head of A&R, a position which he held for eight years starting when Hov, …
Bun B has credited JAY-Z with having the first rap music video to officially be given a budget of $1 million. During an appearance on The Residency Podcast, the UGK rapper said that “Big Pimpin” was the first to achieve the feat, and clarified that rap music videos had gone over a million prior to the release of Hov’s 1999 …
JAY-Z is looking to bring his multi-billion dollar lawsuit against Bacardi to Bermuda. According to a report from AllHipHop on Thursday (January 5), the Roc Nation mogul has filed paperwork to move the $2.5 billion suit to Bacardi’s headquarters in the British Overseas Territory. “SC is now preparing to bring litigation against Bacardi in Bermuda, where Bacardi is incorporated and …
JAY-Z is looking to bring his multi-billion dollar lawsuit against Bacardi to Bermuda. According to a report from AllHipHop on Thursday (January 5), the Roc Nation mogul has filed paperwork to move the $2.5 billion suit to Bacardi’s headquarters in the British Overseas Territory. “SC is now preparing to bring litigation against Bacardi in Bermuda, where Bacardi is incorporated …
JAY-Z has put together a new playlist on TIDAL highlighting his favorite songs of 2022. Dubbed “JAY-Z’s Year End Picks 2022,” the 41-track mix showcases Hov’s diverse listening habits over the last 12 months, with a heavy dose of Hip Hop alongside a smattering of R&B, Afrobeats, reggaeton, pop and more. The playlist includes some of the year’s biggest rap …
JAY-Z is granting the wish of another young adult who’s looking to continue their path to higher learning at the Roc Nation School of Music at Long Island University (LIU). The student, Samantha Samaka, announced on Twitter recently that she’s received a $40,000 scholarship to attend the school, which had apparently been her dream. Samaka thanked Hov and his wife, …
Fat Joe and Jay-Z feuded for years before finally putting their differences aside. Fat Joe ultimately inked a deal with Roc Nation management in 2017, which helped the Bronx rapper transform his career as a television host. In recent years, the only collab we got was Jay’s verse on the “All The Way Up (Remix),” but according to Joe, that …
Kanye West has been out and about since announcing his bid for President. The 45-year old star recently had dinner with former nemesis Ray J and controversial alt-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos at Giorgio Baldi. West wasn’t the only star to hit up the famous Italian spot on Monday. Jay-Z & Beyonce was spotted enjoying dinner at Baldi just before Kanye …
DJ Khaled, Young Guru & more shared the classic flick. Jay-Z’s success in the music industry is unlike any of his hip hop peers. The hip hop mogul went from Marcy Projects rapper to billionaire businessman right before our eyes. It’s not often that Hov flaunts his success — but when he does, it’s always an epic moment for the …
