(ThyBlackMan.com) When you talk about legends in the rap game, Jay-Z isn’t just in the conversation—he’s the blueprint. From corner hustler to corporate boss, Hov has moved through the culture like a ...

To many, Jay-Z is the greatest and most iconic rapper of all time. Not only does he boast 14 No. 1 albums on the Billboard Top 200, as well as many other hit songs, but he is a self-made billionaire ...

From the Brooklyn projects to billionaire mogul, Jay-Z turns 56 today. Here’s a look at six brands that helped shape his ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Cardi B’s new single “Imaginary Playerz” is reviving interest in ...

The Brooklyn, New York City-born rapper Jay-Z is one of the most prolific songwriters of his genre and his era. Not only has he written hit after hit for himself, making himself one of the most ...

In 2025, Timbaland is proving that his influence extends far beyond the studio. This year, he co‑founded Stage Zero, an AI‑driven entertainment company that debuted the virtual artist TaTa, blending ...

Revenge is best served in music. Jay-Z dissed his former friend Kanye West while joining Beyoncé onstage during her “Cowboy Carter” show in Paris on Sunday. The couple, who hadn’t performed together ...

From Jay-Z and Taylor Swift to Rihanna and Beyoncé, here’s a look at the musicians who made it to the billionaire club in ...