Ethnicity "By Shawn Corey Carter"

Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969), known professionally as Jay-Z,^[a] is an American rapper, businessman, and record executive. Rooted in East Coast hip-hop, he was named the greatest rapper of all time by Billboard and Vibe in 2023.^[8] Known for his complex lyrical ability—which often uses double entendres and word play—and braggadocio, his music is built upon a rags to riches narrative. He served as president and chief executive officer of Def Jam Recordings from 2004 to 2007, and founded the entertainment company Roc Nation the following year.^[9] He is the world's richest musical artist, worth $2.6 billion as of 2025.^[10][11]