Jay-Z

Jay-Z, born Shawn Corey Carter on December 4, 1969, is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur whose career began with the 1996 album *Reasonable Doubt*. Known for fluid, sharply worded storytelling, he expanded his influence beyond recording by co-founding Roc Nation, an entertainment company representing artists, producers, songwriters, and athletes. His induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021 recognized both his musical impact and his role in shaping the modern hip-hop business.