It has been 14 years that Jay Z has been a continuous performer of stage in the world of music and it has been a remarkable journey since he debuted with “Reasonable Doubt.” He was not an instant hit and had to discover his style. “Must I say a unique style and he is perhaps the greatest hip-hop singer around. “In My Lifetime Vol.1” is a major work by the rapper. Although the album was not an instant hit, it went on to receive high laurels. For “In My Lifetime Vol.1” Jay Z experimented with a bit different style than that of “Reasonable Doubt.” It was the introduction of pop that made the fans uncomfortable. Having dealt with drugs related charges the rapper has steadily raised to success. With the release of his 11th album “The Blue Print 3” he is on his way to become one of the greatest musical icons.

In My Lifetime Vol.1 was credited with Platinum Certification with more than 1 Million copies in sales.

Sean Combs – Bad Boy Entertainment, was the producing company for the album and bears his marks of “jiggy” style. Among the other producers of 1997 album were Tedd Riley, Chad Hugo and DJ Premiere. The first track of the album was, “Intro: A Million and One Questions/Rhyme No More”. The original,”In My Lifetime” album consisted of 14 tracks, the European version was released with 16 tracks including a version of D’Influence.

Jay Z has been equally successful entrepreneur with a net worth of around $150.

Jay Z in My Lifetime