With JAY-Z set to receive the 2018 Salute to Industry Icons Award this weekend, his streaming giant TIDAL has compiled a series playlists and in-depth reviews highlighting his key contributions to art, industry, society and culture at large. From Reasonable Doubt to 4:44, Shawn Carterâs musical legacy in undeniable.
Peep some exclusive TIDAL content below!
Crew Cuts: JAY-Z Posse Tracks
JAY-Z may be the most celebrated solo rap artist all-time, but heâs also a team player. Hereâs a collection his greatest appearances on posse cuts, including âReservoir Dogs,â âSwagga Like Us,â the âAll The Way Up (Remix)â and more.
JAY-Z: Rap Duets
Hov handled the brunt the bars on â4:44,â but heâs done his fair share tag-teaming on tracks over the years with the best rappers in the game. Here are 50 JAY-Zâs finest rap duets, including classics like âBrooklynâs Finestâ with The Notorious B.I.G., âBlack Republicansâ with Nas and âRenegadeâ with Eminem.
Evolution: JAY-Z (1996-2002)
JAY-Zâs debut album, âReasonable Doubt,â was released in 1996, and heâs since been on a consistent ascent up the ladder success. Regardless his business wins, itâs the music thatâs been the foundation his career. Letâs take it back to the golden years JAY-Zâs evolution as an artist and celebrate the hit songs and deeper cuts that put him on track to become the untouchable living legend he is today. Hov!
Evolution: JAY-Z (2003-2009)
With the release âThe Black Albumâ in 2003, JAY-Z had plans retiring from rap but it was clear that he couldnât leave the game alone. Before long, he stepped down from his post as Def Jam president and got back to the booth. Enjoy this stadium status playlist Hovâs mid-2000s run, from his âBlack Albumâ smashes â99 Problemsâ and âDirt Off Your Shoulderâ to his âBlueprint 3â chart-topper âEmpire State Of Mind.â
Evolution: JAY-Z (2010-2017)
JAY-Z has continued to evolve during the latter stint his career, displaying his mastery and agility as a songwriter. Through choice collaborations, heâs also embraced the new generation artists. Enjoy this playlist Hovâs most recent jewels, including songs from â4:44,â âWatch The Throneâ and âMagna Carta Holy Grail,â plus collabos with Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Future and more.
By The Numbers: JAY-Z
One million, two million, three million, four. Yup, Jiggaâs still spending money from â88, and the digits continue to accumulate. As for the music, well, from âMy 1st Songâ to â100$ Bill,â heâs got too many classics to count. This is JAY-Z, by the numbers.
President Carter: The Def Jam Years (Rap)
Heâs not a businessman, heâs a business, man! And JAY-Zâs stint at as Def Jam president proved he knew how to make moves on the block and in the boardroom. Hereâs a collection rap releases from the mid-200s President Carter era at Def Jam.
President Carter: The Def Jam Years (R&B)
Def Jam Records in more than just a rap labelâitâs responsible for bringing R&B artists to the forefront, too. During JAY-Zâs run as Def Jam president, he showed and proved that as an executive with a background in rap, he had an ear for R&B talent, too. Enjoy this playlist Def Jamâs R&B hits released under President Carterâs mindful leadership, including joints by Rihanna, Ne-Yo, The-Dream and more.