On this date in 2007, Jay-Z launched his American Gangster album, which additionally served because the soundtrack to the film of the identical identify with Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe.
It was a conceptual album that was impressed by the movie of the identical identify. The album spawned hits like “I Know”, “Roc Boys (And The Winner Is)”, and “Blue Magic”. Visitor options embody Idris Elba, Lil Wayne, Beanie Sigel, and Nas. The album options manufacturing from Diddy, The Neptunes, Simply Blaze, and The Hitmen.
American Gangster debuted at primary on Billboard 200, promoting 425,861 copies within the first week. This album tied Jigga with Elvis Presley for second-most primary albums. It was a business success and seen as a great follow-up from Hov’s 2006 album Kingdom Come.
What was your favourite music from the album?