December 24, 2023
“Jay-Z Day,” a resolution pushed by New York City councilwoman Farah Louis, awaits its official recognition.
A New York City Councilwoman is pushing for a legislation that would formally make “Jay-Z Day” recognized on Dec. 4. Councilwoman Farah Louis has introduced a resolution to honor the rapper on his birthday.
Councilwoman Louis, who represents Brooklyn, “The Story Of O.J.” rapper’s hometown, spoke on her reasoning for making “Jay-Z Day” official as she presented the resolution to her fellow government leaders.
“The global phenomenon that is Jay-Z – born Shawn Carter – is widely known as an artist, mogul, husband and father, wealth builder and supporter of economic development and community causes,” stated Lewis, reported by the New York Post. “Dec. 4 as Jay-Z Day announces to the world how this Brooklyn son can be all things . . . Establishing an annual celebration to recognize a homegrown hero while proclaiming our municipal support is fitting.”
Jay-Z was born and bred in Brooklyn, notably raised in the Marcy Housing projects. He has consistently made nods to his upbringing in his songs, including his 2009 hit single “Empire State of Mind” featuring fellow New Yorker Alicia Keys.
His promotion of his birthplace has remained evident through not only his artistry, but his entrepreneurial endeavors as well. He was also heavily invested in the Nets basketball franchise as they moved to the New York City borough, only leaving as a minor investor of the team and its new hub at the Barclays Center once his company, Roc Nation, starting representing players. His inclusion in the economic development of the city overall, including the Manhattan-based 40/40 Club, set for reopening in February 2024, is one the the councilwoman hopes to forever celebrate through the passing of the resolution.
More recently, the Brooklyn Public Library paid tribute to the legendary entertainer-turned-entrepreneur with an exhibit deemed “The Book of HOV.” The installation detailed the life and career of the father of three and husband to Beyonce, further cementing his place in the city’s history.
Jay-Z himself has yet to comment on the potential recognition.
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