“EMPIRE STATE OF MIND” by JAY-Z featuring ALICIA KEYS
“Empire State of Mind” is an R&B-infused Hip-Hop track that was recorded by American rapper, Jay-Z (featuring vocals by Alicia Keys). Written as an ode to New York City, this song celebrates many of the Big Apple’s cultural influences and iconic landmarks.
In 2011, it won two Grammy Awards for “Best Rap Song” and “Best Rap/Sung Collaboration”. A long-time fan of the New York Yankees, Jay-Z said that he was elated whenever this song was played during the 2009 World Series.
On this very day, December 4th 2009, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From his album, “The Blueprint 3”, here’s JAY-Z and ALICIA KEYS, with “EMPIRE STATE OF MIND”…