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Jay-Z: Parts Ways with Def Jam

 
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z has confirmed he has parted ways with Def Jam records. The one-time president of the label was quoted saying his time with Def Jam was “a unique and fulfilling experience.” The rap star made some of his biggest hits with Def Jam, according to Billboard.com.-QS