American Gangster

American Gangster

 
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Separate from the official motion picture soundtrack, this collection of all-new original material is a musical journey and lyrical interpretation of snapshots from the upcoming motion picture American Gangster. The conceptual, full body of genius work from the new album balances the line between pure entertainment and real life. JAY-Z draws upon past experiences, speaking to the harsh reality of the drug trade still taking place in our nation's cities. While not glorifying the Frank Lucas story, JAY-Z articulates the lure of a gangster's life and stands as an example of one who chose to leave those streets behind to go on and become one of the most successful entrepreneurs of our time.

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Product Details
  • Artist: Jay-Z
  • Binding: Audio CD
  • EAN: 0602517499898
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • Label: Roc-A-Fella
  • Manufacturer: Roc-A-Fella
  • MPN: 001022902
  • NumberOfDiscs: 1
  • OriginalReleaseDate: 2007-11-06
  • ProductGroup: Music
  • ProductTypeName: ABIS_MUSIC
  • Publisher: Roc-A-Fella
  • ReleaseDate: 2007-11-06
  • Studio: Roc-A-Fella
  • UPC: 602517499898

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JAY-Z IS ONCE AGAIN AT THE TOP OF HIS TALENT2008-08-18
Shawn Carter is back with another excellent album as usual.
Tha gangsta image goes perfectly with Jay-Z's thug style.
I ain't got nuthin' more to say but "BUY URGENTLY THIS ALBUM IF YOU'RE A TRUE JAY-Z FAN. Jay-z comes always with fresh music and great inspiration and he never disapoint his fans. Listen to this album.ยจ
Peace Jay-Z and thanks for your great music.
2 Mainstream for me2008-08-02
Yeah some good producers on this one but 2 much mainstream for me. Maybe for you 2! =)
Jay-Z the king reclaims his throne2008-07-12
Jay-Z's american gangster really prove that he still has the fire inside to make a great album . I had picked up kingdom come and was very dissapointed in it but this effort appears to put J back as one of the top men in the rap game while many gush over lil Wayne he does'nt not compare to Jay-Z . I think Jwent back to his roots to deliever this powerful album .
One word for this album -CLASSIC! CLASSIC! CLASSIC!2008-07-07
I am a very harsh critic of Hip Hop, but I will have to say Jigga came through with this one. I just love this album. Its like you can never get tired of listening to it. Once again Jay-Z continues to prove why he is the Greatest rapper of all-time...ever to do it..
if jay didnt have fans before this album would he get any ?2008-06-16
every album after the black album jay loses respect. he doesnt do it for the love he does it for the money. dont get me wrong thats what were here for. but after you make your deal the buisness is done and you get back in the kitchen to cook up that new masterpiece. if jay didnt have fans before this album would he get any honestly? its time to retire.
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