Jay-Z
Shawn Carter, AKA Jay-Z, is one of the kings of East Coast hip-hop and has been for decades. Well-known for his marriage to pop queen Beyonce, his collaborations with Kanye West and others, for founding his own record label, and for an impressive catalog of solo releases. Jay-Z has been involved in the music business since the 90s, and his influence has been undeniable and inescapable ever since.