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Jay-Z explores his musical legacy in new HBO docuseries

Jay-Z in 8 HBO documentary Rick Rubin hip-hop history The Notorious B.I.G.

The new HBO docuseries ‘Jay-Z in 8’ features rapper Jay-Z in conversation with producer Rick Rubin, analyzing over 25 tracks from his 30-year career. The series, which began airing on September 18, explores his creative process, his upbringing, and the cultural impact of his music.

In the series, Jay-Z shares personal reflections, including his initial lack of interest in being a performing artist and his desire to become a mogul instead. He also provides new insights into hip-hop history, such as the deteriorating relationship between The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur. Jay-Z recalled how Biggie attempted to warn Tupac about certain individuals, a warning that inadvertently created further tension.

Other highlights from the episodes include Jay-Z’s memories of the transition of Hot 97 radio toward rap programming and his discussion regarding the rollout of ‘The Black Album’. Additionally, he addressed his relationship with DJ Funkmaster Flex, who jokingly reacted to being referred to as a ‘local DJ’ during a discussion about the 2003 album's single selection.

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Funkmaster Flex · HBO · Jay-Z · Rick Rubin · The Notorious B.I.G. · Tupac Shakur

Sources

Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [rnbphilly.com]
‘JAŸ-Z In 8’ Documentary: Every Track Featured in the New HBO Series [kissrichmond.com]
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Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [cassiuslife.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [1053rnb.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [thebeatdfw.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [wtlcfm.com]
Funk Flex Takes Offense to JAŸ-Z Calling Him a “Local DJ” [worldmusicviews.com]
Jay-Z Drops New Details About Biggie and Tupac’s Fallout, Reveals the Private Warning That Changed Everything [atlantablackstar.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [kysdc.com]
JAŸ-Z Recalls First Time Listening To Hot 97 In New HBO Max Doc [www.hot97.com]
Jaÿ-Z Shares How He Once Hated Being an Artist, Nearly Quit Rap and Gives New Details About His Friendship With The Notorious B. I. G. in Jaÿ-Z in 8 Docuseries [www.xxlmag.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [rickeysmileymorningshow.com]
Here’s What We Learned From JAŸ-Z’s HBO Documentary [bossip.com]
'JAŸ-Z in 8' Doc Explores Hov's Classic Catalog [www.theroot.com]