Decoded

Description: This is the intimate, first-person chronicle of the life and work of Jay-Z, born Shawn Carter in Brooklyn's notorious Marcy Projects, now known to many as the greatest rapper alive. Told through lyrics, images and personal narrative, Decoded shares the story of Jay-Z's life through the 10 codes that define him, giving an unparalleled insight into his background, influences and the artistic process that shapes his work. Each chapter features a highly personal narrative section followed by a visually captivating selection of his most famous and provocative lyrics underlining the chapter's themes, along with Jay-Z's own 'decoding' of each lyric, uncovering the wordplay and stories behind the song. This is a brilliant insight into the art and poetry of hip-hop, as well as the life of one of the genre's greatest artists.

About the author

Jay-Z (Shawn Carter) is the former CEO of Def Jam Recordings and Roc-A-Fella Records. He is one of the most successful hip hop artists and entrepreneurs of all time.

Product details

• Authors: Jay-Z
• Publisher: Virgin Books
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.11.2010
• EAN: 9780753522707
• ISBN: 978-0-7535-2270-7
• No. of pages: 314
• Dimensions: 188 mm x 233 mm x 19 mm
• Series: VIRGIN BOOKS
• Subject: Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Biographies, autobiographies