Jay-z - Lucifer (feat. Kanye West) Apr 2026

: The song solidified Kanye as a top-tier producer just months before his own debut, The College Dropout .

: It remains a staple in Jay-Z’s live sets, known for its high-energy call-and-response during the hook. Jay-Z - Lucifer (Feat. Kanye West)

: The hook references "Chase the Devil," a nod to the reggae roots of the sample. : The song solidified Kanye as a top-tier

: Kanye flipped "I'm Me" by Max Romeo, a 1976 reggae classic. Jay-Z - Lucifer (Feat. Kanye West)

: Often cited as one of the best tracks on The Black Album .

: The track features high-pitched vocal chops and aggressive, driving percussion that defined the early-2000s Roc-A-Fella sound. 📝 Lyrical Themes

: Following their success on The Blueprint , Kanye West provided one of his most iconic beats for Jay-Z’s "retirement" album.