Jay-Z Says Peace To Def Jam
Posted by Media Outrage on May 22nd, 2009
After more than a decade’s worth of musical hits on Def Jam Records, Jay-Z threw them the “peace” sign yesterday, as he exited that relationship.
Via AHH:
After more than a decade of providing a consistent string of hit albums and songs, Jay-Z is leaving Def Jam Records.
The rap mogul confirmed the amicable split Thursday (May 21). Jay-Z’s departure from Def Jam puts an end to rumors regarding the buy out of his contract with the iconic label, for a reported $5 million dollars.
During his stint at the Def Jam, Jay-Z transitioned from top-selling artist to music executive.
Jay-Z albums released under the Def Jam umbrella included In My Lifetime Vol. 1, Vol. 2.., Hard Knock Life and Vol. 3…Life and Times of S. Carter as well as The Dynasty: Roc La Familia, The Blueprint, The Blueprint: The Gift and the Curse and The Black Album.
After retiring from music in 2003, Jay-Z was appointed president and co-CEO of Def Jam by Reid.
The rapper’s time as president resulted in the acquisition of R&B/pop hit makers Rihanna and Ne-Yo.
In 2007, Jay-Z announced his resignation from his post as president of Def Jam when his contract was not renewed.
The rapper continued his relationship with the label as he remained on the Roc-a-Fella/Def Jam roster as a recording artist.
Prior to officially stepping down, Jay-Z released his 2006 comeback opus, Kingdom Come.
A year later, the rapper’s concept album, American Gangster, followed.
In 2008, Jay-Z aligned with Live Nation via a wide-ranging deal, record label that included the creation of the Roc Nation record label as well as albums, touring and publishing.
Mediaoutrage- He made a lot of money for them.
May 22nd, 2009 at 2:25 pm
Did he get a haircut yet?!
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May 22nd, 2009 at 2:26 pm
Well I’ll be damn…must be nice
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May 22nd, 2009 at 2:26 pm
yeah..all this dam money and he still looks like a bushy head camel!! Bey get your man!!
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May 22nd, 2009 at 4:13 pm
Yes the %&*^ he did MO ….He made them stacks on deck
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May 22nd, 2009 at 10:38 pm
He is exceptional in the business/money making department!!! Yes Indeed!
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May 22nd, 2009 at 11:10 pm
All good thing must end .. I was wondering when he was going to launch his own label !!!
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May 23rd, 2009 at 12:18 am
Ooooh….I heard about that…
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May 23rd, 2009 at 12:59 am
I don’t think they give a damn. He bought his own contract out. He gets more credit than he truly deserves…IMO!
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May 23rd, 2009 at 7:46 am
Im wit YISI!
Anywho, im on vaca in South Beach but I will b on here on a regular when I get back next week! I miss my MO fam! Holla!
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May 23rd, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Smurf have fun in South Beach! And be safe! See ya next week!
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