4:44 — 2017

A mature, confessional late peak of reflection and soul samples. Sharp and acclaimed. A creative high. Proof that Jay-Z hadn't run out of ideas.

On vinyl: Fresh pressings are easy to source; this is a good one to buy new rather than hunt second-hand.

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More from Jay-Z — where to go next

If you have 4:44, these are the Jay-Z records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   Reasonable Doubt1996 · Hip-Hop
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2. 2
   Vol. 2... Hard Knock Life1998 · Hip-Hop
   Classic
3. 3
   The Blueprint2001 · Hip-Hop
   Classic
4. 4
   The Black Album2003 · Hip-Hop
   Classic
5. 5
   4:442017 · you're viewing this one
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