The Blueprint
Jay-Z, released in 2001 (USA), hip hop.
- Artist: Jay-Z
- Year: 2001
- Genre: Hip Hop
- Country: USA
Overview
Released on September 11, 2001, its sped up soul samples, much of it from a young Kanye West, made struggle and triumph cinematic again. Izzo and Heart of the City confirmed Jay-Z as the premier rapper and businessman of the era.
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