Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter has been a vocal advocate for criminal justice reform. He spoke to 'CBS Mornings' co-host Gayle King about his life and his work.
Music, business and cultural icon Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter says he sometimes can't even believe his own success. The mega-mogul rose to fame in the 1990s for his music and went on to become a billionaire through a career that has included numerous record and business deals. Reflecting on his many endeavors, he said there's one thing that matters to him most: 'being a beacon and helping out my culture, people of color.
'It was also important for Carter and his team that the exhibit — created by JAY-Z's company Roc Nation — was in a public library, where anyone can see it free of charge. One pivotal aspect of the installation is its deep dive into JAY-Z's 13 studio albums. Carter first hit the rap scene as an independent artist before joining Def Jam Records in the early 2000s. His debut album, 'Reasonable Doubt,' holds particular meaning for him.
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