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How Jay-Z became such a successful businessman

Madeline Stone   

How Jay-Z became such a successful businessman

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Jay-Z recently relaunched Tidal, a $20-per-month music streaming service that some are saying could spell trouble for other streaming sites like Spotify.

The launch is just the latest in a string of business successes for the 45-year-old rapper, who also owns a record label, talent agency, and fashion brand. His net worth has been estimated to be more than $500 million.

Jay-Z has found success by creating his own opportunities.

In doing so, he's gone from being a teen selling drugs on a Brooklyn street corner to a bona fide business mogul.

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