December 24th 2023.
A New York City Councilwoman is pushing for a legislation that would officially recognize December 4th as "Jay-Z Day." Councilwoman Farah Louis, who represents Brooklyn, the rapper's hometown, introduced the resolution to honor him on his birthday.
Councilwoman Louis spoke on her reasoning for making "Jay-Z Day" official when presenting the resolution to her fellow government leaders. “The global phenomenon that is Jay-Z – born Shawn Carter – is widely known as an artist, mogul, husband and father, wealth builder and supporter of economic development and community causes," she said.
"Dec. 4 as Jay-Z Day announces to the world how this Brooklyn son can be all things . . . Establishing an annual celebration to recognize a homegrown hero while proclaiming our municipal support is fitting.”
Jay-Z was born and raised in the Marcy Housing projects of Brooklyn. He has consistently made references to his upbringing in his songs, such as his 2009 hit single "Empire State of Mind" featuring fellow New Yorker Alicia Keys. His promotion of his birthplace has remained evident through his artistry, as well as his entrepreneurial endeavors.
He was heavily invested in the Nets basketball franchise as they moved to Brooklyn, and has been involved in the economic development of the city, including the Manhattan-based 40/40 Club, which is set for reopening in February 2024. Councilwoman Louis hopes to forever celebrate his contributions through the passing of the resolution.
More recently, the Brooklyn Public Library paid tribute to Jay-Z with an exhibit called "The Book of HOV." The installation detailed the life and career of the father of three and husband to Beyonce, further cementing his place in the city's history. Jay-Z himself has yet to comment on the potential recognition.
Overall, the resolution put forth by Councilwoman Farah Louis aims to recognize the impact Jay-Z has had on his hometown of Brooklyn, and the city of New York as a whole. It is a fitting tribute to one of the most famous and influential figures from the borough.
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