Jay-Z Age, Birthday & Biography

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📋 Jay-Z — Personal Information

Full Birth Name	Shawn Corey Carter
Stage Name	Jay-Z
Date of Birth	December 4, 1969
Birth Year	1969
Day Born	Thursday
Birth City	New York City
Birth Country	United States
Place of Birth	New York City, New York, United States
Nationality	American
Gender	Male
Zodiac Sign	♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac	Rooster
Generation	Generation X
Height	187 cm (6'2")
Profession	Rapper, Record Executive, Entrepreneur

📖 Jay-Z Biography

Shawn Corey Carter, known professionally as Jay-Z, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record executive. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists in history. Raised in the Marcy Projects of Brooklyn, he co-founded the record label Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995. He released his debut studio album, Reasonable Doubt, in 1996 to critical acclaim. Throughout his career, he has released numerous multi-platinum albums, including The Blueprint and The Black Album. Jay-Z is one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 140 million records. He has won 24 Grammy Awards, the most by any rapper. Beyond music, he is a highly successful businessman, founding the entertainment company Roc Nation. He also holds significant stakes in various industries, including spirits, fashion, and technology. In 2019, he became the first hip-hop billionaire. He has been married to singer Beyoncé since 2008, and the couple has three children. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.