Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay Z, was born on December 4, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York. He started his career in music as a rapper, quickly becoming one of the most successful in the industry with hit albums like Reasonable Doubt, The Blueprint, and 4:44. He is also the founder of Roc-A-Fella Records, which helped launch the careers of rap legends like Kanye West and Just Blaze. Outside of music, Jay Z has been involved in several successful business ventures, including co-founding the entertainment company Roc Nation and investing in the streaming service TIDAL. He is known for his philanthropy and social activism, utilizing his influence to advocate for criminal justice reform and other social causes. He is married to superstar singer Beyoncé and they have three children together. Jay Z’s influence on hip-hop and popular culture is undeniable, cementing his place as one of the most successful and influential artists of all time.
