What is Jay-Z’s real name?
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He was born Shawn Corey Carter in 1969.
Which New York borough was Jay-Z born in?
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He grew up in the Marcy Houses in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.
What was Jay-Z’s 1996 debut album called?
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Reasonable Doubt was released in June 1996.
Which record label did Jay-Z co-found?
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He co-founded Roc-A-Fella in 1995 after struggling to get a deal.
What is the name of the entertainment company Jay-Z launched in 2008?
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Roc Nation began as a partnership with Live Nation.
Which champagne brand is Jay-Z most associated with?
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Known as Ace of Spades for the pewter label.
Which spirit category is D’Usse, the brand Jay-Z co-owned?
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D’Usse is a cognac, produced in partnership with Bacardi.
Who is Jay-Z married to?
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They married in 2008.
Jay-Z and Kanye West released which joint album in 2011?
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Watch the Throne included Niggas in Paris and Otis.
Which song pairs Jay-Z with Alicia Keys and celebrates New York?
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It topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 2009.
Jay-Z Quiz: Easy Challenge
Getting Started
A few gaps to fill – the harder tiers are waiting.
Solid Knowledge
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Full Marks Territory
Excellent. The Legendary tier is where it gets difficult.
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