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Chapter Overview
Chapter 1: AudiobookHub Recommendation
Chapter 2: Through immense talent and determination, JAY-Z transformed himself, evolving from a blight hustler into a bright hustler over time.
Chapter 3: JAY-Z succeeded in making his music reach a broad base of fans, even while releasing experimental, political tracks too.
Chapter 4: JAY-Z is an underappreciated poet who truly deserves recognition as a master of his craft.
Chapter 5: JAY-Z’s artistic practice dismantles the barriers separating “high” and “low” art forms.
Chapter 6: JAY-Z is deeply devoted to social justice and puts real money behind his words consistently.
Chapter 7: JAY-Z has pursued political change from inside major institutions.
Chapter 8: The personal turned political for JAY-Z and Beyoncé.
Description
JAY-Z: Made in America (2019) explores the enormous political and artistic contributions of one of the most influential hip-hop artists of our time. JAY-Z is the only rapper to become a billionaire. His career spans three decades and 17 platinum albums. However, he is much more than just a mega earner. These blinks reveal that he is also an adventurous, experimental artist and a principled activist, using his considerable influence to fight against social inequality.
Who Should Listen
- Fans of JAY-Z who want to deepen their knowledge of their idol
- Memoir lovers who want to learn about the remarkable trajectory of a musical entrepreneur who turned his life around
- Poetry lovers who want to read about one of the most unconventional poets of our time