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Decoded (Hardback)
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Short Description for DecodedA first-person chronicle of the life and work of Jay-Z, born Shawn Carter in Brooklyn's notorious Marcy Projects, known to many as the greatest rapper alive. Told through lyrics, images and personal narrative, it shares the story of Jay-Z's life through the 10 codes that define him.
Full description- Publisher: Virgin Books
- Published: 18 November 2010
- Format: Hardback 336 pages
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- Categories: Rap & Hip-Hop | Individual Composers & Musicians, Specific Bands & Groups | Biography: Arts & Entertainment
- ISBN 13: 9780753522691 ISBN 10: 0753522691
- Sales rank: 5,353
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Full description for Decoded
This is the intimate, first-person chronicle of the life and work of Jay-Z, born Shawn Carter in Brooklyn's notorious Marcy Projects, now known to many as the greatest rapper alive. Told through lyrics, images and personal narrative, "Decoded" shares the story of Jay-Z's life through the 10 codes that define him, giving an unparalleled insight into his background, influences and the artistic process that shapes his work. Each chapter features a highly personal narrative section followed by a visually captivating selection of his most famous and provocative lyrics underlining the chapter's themes, along with Jay-Z's own 'decoding' of each lyric, uncovering the wordplay and stories behind the song. This is a brilliant insight into the art and poetry of hip-hop, as well as the life of one of the genre's greatest artists.
