Jay-Z: album cover evolution

One of the greatest rappers of all time.

Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z has sold millions of albums worldwide and has become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in America.

Take a look at his album cover evolution, spanning over 15 years.

Reasonable Doubt (1996)

In My Lifetime, Vol. 1 (1997)

Vol. 2… Hard Knock Life (1998)

Vol. 3… Life and Times of S. Carter (1999)

The Dynasty: Roc La Familia (2000)

The Blueprint (2001)

The Blueprint²: The Gift & The Curse (2002)

The Black Album (2003)

Collision Course (with Linkin Park) (2004)

Kingdom Come (2006)

American Gangster (2007)

The Blueprint 3 (2009)

Watch the Throne (with Kanye West) (2011)

The Blueprint 3 is my personal favourite. I love the white instruments in the background and the 3 red strip design as it’s strong and symbolic.

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