Jay Z

Jay Z, born Shawn Corey Carter on December 4, 1969, is a prominent American rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his albums "Reasonable Doubt" (1996) and "The Blueprint" (2001), which solidified his status in the hip-hop industry. Jay Z co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995 and later established Roc Nation in 2008. His business ventures include the clothing line Rocawear and the luxury sports bar chain 40/40 Club. He became the first rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. In 2008, he married Beyoncé, further cementing their status as a power couple in the music industry. Jay Z's influence extends beyond music, notably his significant stake in the streaming service Tidal.