Jay-Z
Shawn Corey Carter, known professionally as Jay-Z, is an American rapper, businessman, and record executive. He was named the greatest rapper of all time by Billboard and Vibe in 2023. Rooted in East Coast hip-hop, Jay-Z is known for his complex lyricism that often uses double entendres, wordplay, and braggadocio. His music is built on a rags to riches narrative. He is the wealthiest musical artist in history, worth US$2.8 billion as of 2026.
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🎬 Movies
Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé
actor
2019
Amy
actor
2015
Made in America
actor
2013
Through the Fire
actor
2005
Fade to Black
actor
2004
Death of a Dynasty
actor
2003
State Property
actor
2002
Paper Soldiers
actor
2002
The Concert for New York City
actor
2001
Backstage
actor
2000
Streets Is Watching
actor
1998
Streets Is Watching
writer
1998