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 | From Chad Bowar, your About Music Editor Music superstars Beyonce and Jay-Z became proud parents this week with the birth of their daughter, Blue Ivy Carter. Jay-Z has already written a song about her. This week we spotlight the lives and careers of the high-powered couple. | |
Jay-Z Released 'Glory,' Featuring His Baby Daughter
Many music fans might fear this is an effort to cash in on publicity surrounding the recent birth of Beyonce and Jay-Z's baby Blue Ivy Carter, listed as B.I.C. in the song credits. However, listen to it once and you will be charmed by the honesty and glowing pride of Jay-Z. The mix features cries from the 2 day old Blue Ivy Carter.
| Top 10 Beyonce Songs
Beyonce first came to the attention of pop fans as a member of Destiny's Child. She had nine top 10 hit songs with the group. In 2003 Beyonce released her first solo album Dangerously In Love, and she has been even more successful as a solo artist. This is a guide to her top 10 songs as a solo artist.
| Jay-Z Profile
Jay-Z was raised by his single-parent mom Gloria. His father Adnes Reeves, who is now deceased, walked away when Jay was only 12. Left with no father figure to model after, young Shawn turned to the streets of Marcy for inspiration. He delved into drug-peddling and became involved in various clandestine street activities.
| About Beyonce Knowles
Beyonce's husband is rapper/hip-hop entrepreneur Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter. They began dating in 2002 and were married on April 4, 2008 in New York City. Beyonce is the older sister of alternative R&B singer Solange (Knowles), and Beyonce's parents also raised singer Kelly Rowland from the age of 14 to adulthood.
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