![]() Jay-Z was the first rapper to age gracefully, the one who embraced preconceived ageism within a subculture by confronting it head-on, proclaiming “30 was the new 20” without anyone even remotely challenging as much. Rather he has set himself apart by making forward-looking, awe-inspiring, never-been-done-before revelatory choices that have helped lead a personalized sense of transcendence throughout all of hip-hop. Because much like his roundball peer, the man born Shawn Carter has built his empire not by merely showcasing his exceptional rhyming skills. Moments - not dunks, not passes, not shots, not highlights - moments. To try and nail down a list of the best Jay-Z songs is kind of like trying to nail down a list of Michael Jordan’s best moments on a basketball court. ![]()
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