Category: Jay-Z

Frank Ocean / Jay-Z / Kanye West / The-Dream

December 24, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published December 24, 2020

“No Church in the Wild” by Jay-Z and Kanye West

Around the turn of the century Jay-Z, a rapper who has been professionally active since 1988, began dropping heavy religious references in his songs. Indeed the first of his tracks where he may have really done so, 2001’s “Izzo...

Eminem / Jay-Z

October 31, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published October 31, 2020

“Renegade” by JAY-Z (ft. Eminem)

Renegade ranks amongst the best rap duets ever made. It was dropped at a time when both Jay-Z and Eminem were more or less at their peaks. This was especially true for the latter artist. For instance, at least one...

Jay-Z

August 25, 2020

 by Amanda London · Published August 25, 2020

“Takeover” by Jay-Z

Jay-Z in “Takeover”, claims to be taking over the rap industry, together with his Rocafella family. The chorus sees him mention all the artists on his label and how they are running the whole rap industry....

Jay Electronica / Jay-Z

March 19, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 19, 2020

“Flux Capacitor” by Jay Electronica (ft. Jay-Z)

“Flux Capacitor” is another track in which Jay-Z and Jay Electronica take an intellectual approach to the lyrics being relayed.  More to the point, Jigga likens himself to “Moses”, i.e. someone who has come...

Jay Electronica / Jay-Z

March 18, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 18, 2020

“A.P.I.D.T.A.” by Jay Electronica (ft. JAY-Z)

It is Jay-Z who actually holds down most of the lyrical content of “A.P.I.D.T.A.”, as in the chorus and post-chorus. The chorus is based on him looking forward to meeting dearly-departed loved ones in the...

Jay Electronica / Jay-Z

March 18, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 18, 2020

“Ghost of Soulja Slim” by Jay Electronica (ft. JAY-Z)

“Ghost of Soulja Slim” is more of a true collaboration between Jay Electronica and Jay-Z where Jigga actually drops a verse. And in this particular case, he of course presents himself as a true soldier...

Jay Electronica / Jay-Z / Travis Scott

March 18, 2020

 by Jessica Shelton · Published March 18, 2020

“The Blinding” by Jay Electronica (ft. JAY-Z & Travis Scott)

In “Blinding”, Jay Electronica takes a more-intellectual approach in presenting himself. In fact this tune harps back to the ‘conscious rap’ style that was once popular in 20th century hip-hop. That is to say that instead...

Beyonce / Childish Gambino / Jay-Z

July 19, 2019

 by SMF · Published July 19, 2019

“MOOD 4 EVA” by Beyoncé, Jay-Z & Childish Gambino

First off, in “MOOD 4 EVA”, it should be noted that the titular “mood” the artists (specifically Beyoncé) are referring to is based on their celebrating life. And this mindframe is defined primarily by two...

Beyonce / Jay-Z

June 4, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published June 4, 2019

“Drunk in Love” by Beyoncé (ft. Jay-Z)

In this song, Beyoncé recalls a passionate intimate experience with her lover which was literally influenced by some alcohol. She uses the term ‘drunk’ in its literal sense and as a euphemism for being...

Jay-Z / Rihanna

May 16, 2019

 by Jessica Shelton · Published May 16, 2019 · Last modified August 11, 2023

Meaning of “Umbrella” by Rihanna (ft. Jay-Z)

The titular metaphor / thesis sentiment revolves around Rihanna assuring the addressee that he or she can “stand under (her) umbrella”. In other words, she is ever willing to receive and support this individual.  And...