Will Kanye West Surpass Jay-Z?

For the better part of hip-hop’s existence, it was solely considered a genre of music. We now recognize the larger cultural movement surrounding the New York-bred art form as a leading force driving growth in fashion, entertainment, food and beverage, and technology. As a result, the top 10 highest earners of 2019 on Forbes’ annual list of hip-hop’s richest account for a staggering $633,500,000 in combined earnings. And for the first time in his career, Kanye West ($150 million) has outpaced the rest of his competitors to take the top spot — leapfrogging JAY-Z by $69 million.

It was certainly a banner year for West, especially considering he claimed to be $56 million in debt just over three years ago. While earning the top spot is certainly noteworthy, his income jumped dramatically between 2018 and 2019, accounting for a net increase of $122,500,000. Although the entire industry had a great year — with the top 20 acts’ revenue increasing by 33 percent since 2018 — the huge financial increase poses an interesting question: with an album on the way, YEEZY accounting for $1.5 billion in annual sales, and a track record of exploring radical projects, will Kanye West be joining JAY-Z in the billionaire’s club?

Drake Talks Beef With Kanye West And Jay-Z

 

Kanye West ended his feud with Drake as they smiled together in a new video. Drake first confirmed that the feud appeared to be over when he shared two clips on Instagram.

Alongside the two videos, Drake wrote: “You have reached your destination.” Kanye West further proved the feud was over when he shared the same video onto his Instagram Story. The Donda hitmaker continued to document his night with Drake by sharing a photo of the two rappers joined by J Prince.

How Important Is It for Jay-Z To Appear on Kanye West Album?

 

Is it important for Jay-Z to appear on Kanye West album? Kanye West’s Donda rollout was a rollercoaster of pump fakes, surprises, and spectacles. At one point, the 46-year-old threatened to remove several guest stars from the album, including Jay-Z.

Why Roc-A-Fella Signed Kanye West

The creativity, the energy, the plan of action Kanye West puts into his music is inevitable. How could you not sign a artist with so much to add to the growing music industry.

Kanye West Says Jay-Z Will Be His Vice-President

Kanye West has revealed that he wants Jay-Z to be his vice-presidential running mate in the upcoming US election.

Speaking to Kris Kaylin of the Charleston radio station Z93 Jamz on Sunday (July 19), West addressed this aspect of his campaign on the same day that he staged his first rally in the South Carolina city.

Kaylin initially brought up the independent presidential candidate Jade Simmons, asking West if he had considered teaming up with her.

Why Did Jay-Z Stopped Dealing with Kanye West

 

When Jay-Z was 12 years old, tragedy struck in his family. Despite escaping jail time, Jay-Z couldn’t escape the guilt of failing his brother. So, when Kanye West stepped on to the rap scene, Jay-Z saw a second chance to be a good brother to Kanye. But it all went downhill fast. 

Jay Z Top 5 Best Music Videos

The biggest man in the music industry has had the best of his music videos featured on The Wrap-Up Magazine. Shawn Corey Carter, known professionally as JAY-Z, is an American rapper and businessman. 

He is one of the best-selling musicians of all time. Watch his Top 5 music videos here.

Which Couple is Richer? Kim Kardashian and Kayne West or Jay-Z and Beyonce?

 

Jay Z, who has a net worth of $1 billion, is worth more than Beyoncé, but Kim Kardashian West is the breadwinner in her marriage with Kanye West.

Who's got the hottest album? Who's got the most valuable product line? Who is the biggest celebrity in the world? Who has the biggest TV/Netflix contract? Who sold out more shows? Who has the best house? Who has more houses?

For a long time the answer to that last question has definitively been Jay-Z and Beyonce. For over a decade, Kanye's net worth couldn't hold a candle to Jay's. In 2013, Jay-Z was worth $500 million, while Kanye was worth around $75 million.

Top 5 Most Jay-Z’s Controversial Moments

 

There have been multiple instances in Jay-Z’s career where he has made headlines for the wrong reasons, either with fans, other rappers, in-laws, or even his wife.

Below, we’ve listed out the top five most controversial moments Hov has endured, ranking them from least significant to most.

Will Kanye West and Jay-Z Reunite For ‘Watch The Throne 2’

 

Just a few days out from the tenth anniversary of Kanye West and Jay-Z’s collaborative epic, ‘Watch The Throne’, social media personality and friend of West’s Justin Laboy has claimed that a follow-up album is coming – and sooner than fans might expect.

Jay-Z or 50 Cent?

 

Another round of Celebrity Match Up's is back. This time they hit these scene with New York rappers Jay-Z of Roc Nation and 50 Cent of G-Unit.

Both rappers has made there mark in the industry. 50 Cent recently released his book, Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter, in which the rapper speaks on the alleged rift between JAY-Z and Kanye West and why he believes Hov has become "disappointed" with his friend Ye. 50 Cent says his relationship with Jay-Z is purely ''business'' and insists the pair will never be friends.

50 and Jay-Z were involved in a rap ‘beef’ with each other in early 2009, but while neither has said anything publicly to settle their differences, they met backstage when Jay-Z played a huge concert with 50’s mentor, Eminem, at Detroit’s Comerica Park last year, although 50 refuses to say what happened between them.

How Jay-Z created a hip-hop path to luxury

 

This past Monday, rapper Jay-Z unveiled a deal with LVMH to expand his Armand de Brignac champagne globally. The next day, Oatly, the Swedish vegan-milk group in which he has invested, took its first step towards a $10bn initial public offering.

Jay-Z has further tasks to occupy him, apart from his own music. He still heads Roc Nation, a music and sports talent agency that includes Rihanna among its clients. He is also “chief visionary officer” of a special-purpose company backed by Roc Nation that acquired two Californian cannabis groups in November. And so on.

Our Best Articles About Jay-Z

Jay-Z is another artist that has been on the forefront of our magazine. He is one artist who has remained on top and kept himself relevant.

Below we have listed some of Jay-Z's best articles we have created for you to enjoy. Click any link under the photo to engage with comments and see more about what's going on.

Did Kanye West just Expose Beyonce and Jay-Z

 

Did Kanye West just expose Beyonce and Jay Z for killing someone? Or is he just tripping once again?

So Kanye West recently made some bold claims about Beyonce and Jay Z, and how they’re heavily involved in the occult and have performed human sacrifices. Of course, this sent everyone into a frenzy because, while there have been rumors of this for years, this is the first time we’re hearing from someone so close to the source.

Jay-Z & Kanye West Highest-Paid Rappers of 2021

 

Jay-Z and Kanye West are in elite company as a pair of the 10 highest-paid musicians of 2021. But both rappers and businessmen ain’t bringing in as much bank as Bruce Springsteen, though.

Rolling Stone compiled the list, written by author Zach O’Malley Greenburg, who noted that selling copyrights is what brought in the most dollars for the big bank artists.

Jay-Z Is Now the Most-Nominated Artist in Grammys History

 

Jay-Z is still making history by the numbers. Jay-Z made Grammys history with his three nominations on Tuesday, becoming the most-nominated artist ever with a grand total of 83 nominations and solidifying his and Beyonce’s status as music royalty.

Did Jay Z Clown Kanye West?

 

Touré detailed meeting Kanye West for the first time amid the release of his debut album, The College Dropout. Touré revealed that he was surprised when he got to Kanye's apartment and saw a framed photo of the rapper hanging up. 

Jay Z Splits From Longtime Business Partner

Jay Z has ended his partnership with John Meneilly, a man he once called his ‘consigliere.’

On to the next one. Jay Z and Solange Knowles may have (publicly at least) squashed whatever beef led to their now-infamous elevator brawl, but Hova and his longtime business manager are over.

Music industry insiders exclusively tell Confidenti@l that Jay Z has cut ties with John Meneilly, who helped build the “Empire State” rapper’s empire. Music industry insiders tell Confidenti@l that news of Meneilly’s departure started making the rounds shortly before Memorial Day weekend.

The former Provident Financial executive is largely credited with navigating the rise of the Rocawear clothing line, which Jay Z sold off for $200 million in 2007 while maintaining marketing and licensing rights. Meneilly is also credited as one of the architects behind Jay Z’s huge deal with Samsung last year, which instantly moved a million copies of the rapper’s “Magna Carta Holy Grail.” Meneilly was also a chief player at Roc Nation, which has grown from a record label to a talent management group that reps Yankee CC Sabathia and former Bronx Bomber Robinson Cano.

The “99 Problems” rapper is having a rough couple of weeks for sure. In addition to a surveillance video that went public of his sister-in-law pummeling him after the Met Ball gala in mid-May, photos of Jay and Bey sufaced in the Hamptons last weekend while his “Watch the Throne” collaborator Kanye West was marrying Kim Kardashian in Europe. Jay Z is also being sued for $7 million by an artist who says the rapper ripped off his Roc-A-Fella records logo design in 1995. Jay Z’s legal team is trying to postpone that case while Mr. and Mrs. Carter are on tour this summer.

The War Between Jay-Z, Drake & Lil Wayne

 

Jay-Z has had an interesting relationship with Lil Wayne and Drake, which has stemmed over the last 20 years.

Initially, Weezy F. Baby considered Jay his idol and biggest inspiration - and almost signed to Def Jam and Rocnation / Roc-a-fella Records (Jay-Z's label) - before Birdman put a stop to it. Jay-Z mentioned this in a 2013 interview on The Breakfast Club with Charlemagne.

Jay-Z Returns To Spotify Music

Rap icon Jay-Z brought his music discography back to the world’s largest streaming platform Spotify, leaving Tidal subscribers scratching their heads. The service he bought for $56 million in 2014 has struggled to gain any real market share against major players like Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.