An exhibition devoted to Jay-Z has opened this week on the Brooklyn Public Library.

The E book Of Hov is a brief exhibition on the central department of the library. It’s described as together with “hundreds of archived objects, together with unique recording masters, never-before-seen photographs, iconic stage put on, prestigious awards, and recognitions, in addition to movies and artifacts from each aspect on Jay-Z’s skilled life.”

The outline provides: “The multimedia exhibit explores Jay-Z’s world influence as a musician, innovator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.

“Our aim, with The E book Of Hov tribute exhibition, is to offer a behind-the-scenes have a look at a Corridor of Fame songwriter and performer, profitable enterprise particular person, and a consequential philanthropist who has by no means forgotten the teachings he realized on the highway to success. And the borough the place his journey started.”

Forward of the opening of the exhibition on Friday (July 14), the facade of the constructing has had lyrics from the rapper emblazoned on it, whereas the exhibition additionally incorporates a recreation of Baseline Studio, the room the place Jay-Z recorded a few of his most iconic albums.

See footage from the opening of the exhibition under.

The scene exterior of Jay-Z’s tribute on the Brooklyn Public Library tonight 🐐pic.twitter.com/ZYXzYlugSj

— Complicated Music (@ComplexMusic) July 14, 2023

Earlier this 12 months, Jay-Z shared a brand new remix of his 2009 monitor ‘Empire State Of Thoughts’ that includes Gil Scott-Heron, and debuted it at his first dwell efficiency in 4 years.

The rapper unveiled the remix at an occasion sponsored by the Louis Vuitton Basis and Tiffany & Co in Paris in April. It was his first onstage look since 2019.

In different information, it was introduced this 12 months that Jay-Z is the final rapper remaining on Forbes’ record of billionaires. The rapper’s internet price was reported as growing from $1.5billion (£1.2billion) to $2billion (£1.6billion). Kanye West was additionally revealed as having dropped off the record, following his departure from Adidas.